Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy A17 if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy A17 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A17
Performance
89.1 ★
63.5
Camera
76.0
76.0
Battery
66.0
86.0 ★
Gaming
88.2 ★
61.5
Overall
82.8 ★
74.3
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 15 Pro Max
89.1/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy A17
86.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
88.2/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
82.8/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy A17
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
📷 Camera
Tie
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A17
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A17
📱 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, Multitouch
Resolution
1290x2796
1080x2340
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
90 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A17 Pro (3 nm)
Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (6-core graphics)
Mali-G57 MC2
RAM
8 GB
6 GB
Storage
256 GB
128 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, 120mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.06", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 5x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
Triple Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.76", AF, OIS + 5 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/5.0" + 2 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)
13 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.1, Video (1080p@30fps)
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps)
1080p@30fps
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4441 mAh
5000 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 15W wireless (MagSafe) 15W wireless (Qi2) - requires iOS 17.2 update 4.5W reverse wired
Fast battery 25W wired
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✗ No
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
5.3 with A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort
USB Type-C 2.0
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm (6.30 x 3.02 x 0.33 in)
164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm
Weight
221g
190g
Build Material
Glass front, glass back, titanium frame
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+, Mohs level 5
Colors
Black Titanium, White Titanium, Blue Titanium, Natural Titanium
Black, Gray, Light blue
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 17, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Android 15
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 82.8/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Gaming. Samsung Galaxy A17 puts up a strong fight and wins in Battery. However, Samsung Galaxy A17 offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Pros
- Strong performance
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
- Below-average battery
- Slow 15W charging
Samsung Galaxy A17
Pros
- Decent everyday performance
- All-day battery life
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
- No 5G
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A17?
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is the overall winner with a score of 82.8/100, winning in 2 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A17?
Both phones have identical camera scores.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy A17 has better battery with a score of 86.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is better for gaming with a score of 88.2/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy A17 offers better value at PKR 67,499 with a value score of 3.1.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A17?
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max costs PKR 474,999 while Samsung Galaxy A17 costs PKR 67,499. The price difference is PKR 407,500.
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