iPhone 17 Pro: Apple Reclaims the Crown of Best Smartphone for Selfies, According to DxOMark
In a world where selfies and vertical videos dominate our screens, the quality of the front camera has never been more crucial. According to the latest DxOMark ranking, the iPhone 17 Pro has claimed the top spot globally.
A New Square Sensor That Changes Everything
The entire iPhone 17 lineup, from the standard model to the Pro Max, features an 18-megapixel front sensor with an aperture of f/1.9, replacing the previous 12-megapixel sensor found in the iPhone 16.
However, the real game changer is its square sensor, a first for smartphones. This format allows for automatic switching between portrait and landscape orientations without having to rotate the phone — a significant advantage for content creators accustomed to toggling between both formats.
DxOMark awarded 154 points to the iPhone 17 Pro, placing it ahead of the iPhone 16 Pro and the Honor Magic6 Pro (both with 151 points). Google’s Pixel 9 Pro XL trails with 148 points.
The margin is thin but sufficient to propel Apple to the forefront of the global selfie ranking.
Concrete Improvements
This advancement can be attributed to better exposure management, a wider HDR range, and richer colors — all while maintaining Apple’s signature warm skin tones. The new 20mm lens, slightly wider than the 23mm lens on the iPhone 16 Pro, also allows for more people to fit in the frame without distortion.
Some Limitations, but a Real Advancement
Not everything is perfect: in low light, some noise is still noticeable, and abrupt movements can disrupt stabilization.
However, overall, Apple has made a significant leap forward in an often underappreciated aspect of smartphone photography.
An iPhone Designed for Creators
For vloggers, streamers, and selfie enthusiasts, the iPhone 17 Pro represents a clear upgrade. Apple has not only increased the megapixels — the company has rethought the way users shoot and record themselves.
This time, innovation is truly reflected in the results.
