Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy A36 if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy A36 if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy A36 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A36
Performance
81.7 ★
60.5
Camera
72.0
76.0 ★
Battery
66.0
88.0 ★
Gaming
82.9 ★
61.0
Overall
79.0 ★
74.4
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 14 Pro Max
81.7/100
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy A36
76.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy A36
88.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
82.9/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
79.0/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy A36
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A36
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A36
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A36
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.70"
6.70"
Display Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
Super AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen
Resolution
1290x2796
1080x2340
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm)
Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Adreno 710
RAM
6 GB
8 GB
Storage
128 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.8, 77mm (telephoto), 1/3.5", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
Triple Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.96", PDAF, OIS + 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/4.0" + 5 MP, f/2.4, (macro), LED Flash
Selfie Camera
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
12 MP, f/2.0, (wide), Video (4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps)
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps)
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4323 mAh
5000 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 15W wireless (MagSafe) 15W wireless (Qi2) - requires iOS 17.2 update
Fast battery 45W
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direc
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
5.3 with A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
Lightning, USB 2.0
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm (6.33 x 3.06 x 0.31 in)
162.6 x 77.9 x 7.4 mm
Weight
240g
195g
Build Material
Glass front, glass back, stainless steel frame
Corning Gorilla Glass 7+
Colors
Space Black, Silver, Gold, Deep Purple
Blue; other colors
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 16, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Android 15
Our Verdict
Both phones are very closely matched. Your choice should depend on which features matter most to you — whether it's camera quality, battery life, gaming performance, or value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
Pros
- Strong performance
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
- Below-average battery
- Slow 15W charging
Samsung Galaxy A36
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 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A36?
Both phones are very closely matched with similar overall scores.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A36?
Samsung Galaxy A36 wins in camera with 76.0/100 vs 72.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy A36 has better battery with a score of 88.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is better for gaming with a score of 82.9/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy A36 offers better value at PKR 119,999 with a value score of 2.3.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A36?
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max costs PKR 415,999 while Samsung Galaxy A36 costs PKR 119,999. The price difference is PKR 296,000.
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