Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Apple iPhone 8 Plus if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 17
Apple iPhone 8 Plus
Performance
91.1 ★
47.9
Camera
80.0 ★
40.0
Battery
56.0 ★
40.0
Gaming
92.9 ★
46.3
Overall
82.8 ★
45.4
Value for Money
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Best Value ★
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Apple iPhone 17
91.1/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 17
80.0/100
Battery Winner
Apple iPhone 17
56.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 17
92.9/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 17
82.8/100
Best Value
Apple iPhone 8 Plus
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
🔋 Battery
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
💰 Value
🏆 Apple iPhone 8 Plus
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.30"
5.50"
Display Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits
Retina IPS LCD, 625 nits (typ)
Resolution
1206x2622
1080x1920
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
60 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A19 (3 nm)
Apple A11 Bionic (10 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Apple GPU (three-core graphics)
RAM
8 GB
3 GB
Storage
256 GB
64 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
12 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.8, 57mm (telephoto), PDAF, 2x optical zoom
Selfie Camera
18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide), PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
7 MP, f/2.2, 32mm (standard)
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps)
4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
3692 mAh
2691 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 20 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
15W wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min Wireless (Qi)
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✗ No
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, tri-band, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE
5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
Lightning, USB 2.0
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.5 x 8 mm (5.89 x 2.81 x 0.31 in)
158.4 x 78.1 x 7.5 mm (6.24 x 3.07 x 0.30 in)
Weight
177g
202g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, glass back
Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), aluminum frame
Colors
Black, White, Mist Blue, Sage, Lavender
Gold, Space Gray, Silver, Red
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 26, upgradable to iOS 26.5
iOS 11, up to iOS 16.7.12
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 17 is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 82.8/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Battery, Gaming. Apple iPhone 8 Plus puts up a strong fight with a score of 45.4/100. However, Apple iPhone 8 Plus offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 17
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Apple iPhone 8 Plus
Pros
- NFC payments
Cons
- Basic processor
- Average camera
- Below-average battery
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 17 or Apple iPhone 8 Plus?
Apple iPhone 17 is the overall winner with a score of 82.8/100, winning in 4 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 17 or Apple iPhone 8 Plus?
Apple iPhone 17 wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 40.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Apple iPhone 17 has better battery with a score of 56.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 17 is better for gaming with a score of 92.9/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Apple iPhone 8 Plus offers better value at PKR 120,999 with a value score of 1.7.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 17 and Apple iPhone 8 Plus?
Apple iPhone 17 costs PKR 398,999 while Apple iPhone 8 Plus costs PKR 120,999. The price difference is PKR 278,000.
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