Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Vivo V30e if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Vivo V30e if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Vivo V30e
Performance
96.5 ★
60.5
Camera
80.0 ★
76.0
Battery
76.0
96.0 ★
Gaming
96.5 ★
61.0
Overall
88.8 ★
76.0
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 Pro Max
96.5/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
80.0/100
Battery Winner
Vivo V30e
96.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
96.5/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
88.8/100
Best Value
Vivo V30e
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
🔋 Battery
🏆 Vivo V30e
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
💰 Value
🏆 Vivo V30e
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.90"
6.78"
Display Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits
AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 1300 nits (peak)
Resolution
1320x2868
1080x2400
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A19 Pro (3 nm)
Qualcomm SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (6-core graphics)
Adreno 710
RAM
12 GB
8 GB
Storage
256 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 48 MP, f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 4x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.95", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS (India only) 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Selfie Camera
18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide), PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
32 MP, f/2.5, 25mm (wide), AF - India 32 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide) - Malaysia
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps), ProRes, ProRes RAW (up to 120fps)
4K@30fps (India only), 1080p@30fps
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4823 mAh
5500 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 20 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
44W wired, PD Reverse wired
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE
5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm (6.43 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)
164.4 x 74.8 x 7.7 mm (6.47 x 2.94 x 0.30 in)
Weight
233g
179g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum back/ glass back (Ceramic Shield)
Glass front, plastic frame, glass back or plastic back
Colors
Silver, Cosmic Orange, Deep Blue
Velvet Red (Coco Brown), Silk Blue, Sky Mirror
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 26, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Android 14, Funtouch 14
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 88.8/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Gaming. Vivo V30e puts up a strong fight and wins in Battery. However, Vivo V30e offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Good battery life
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
Cons
- Premium pricing
- Heavy (233g)
Vivo V30e
Pros
- Decent everyday performance
- All-day battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or Vivo V30e?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is the overall winner with a score of 88.8/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or Vivo V30e?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 76.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Vivo V30e has better battery with a score of 96.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is better for gaming with a score of 96.5/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Vivo V30e offers better value at PKR 95,999 with a value score of 2.6.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Vivo V30e?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max costs PKR 564,999 while Vivo V30e costs PKR 95,999. The price difference is PKR 469,000.
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