Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Plus if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Plus if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Plus if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Plus if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Performance
91.1 ★
88.7
Camera
80.0 ★
78.0
Battery
76.0 ★
66.0
Gaming
85.4
86.9 ★
Overall
85.5 ★
83.0
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
91.1/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
80.0/100
Battery Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
76.0/100
Gaming Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
86.9/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
85.5/100
Best Value
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Plus
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Plus
🔋 Battery
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Plus
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
💰 Value
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Plus
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.70"
6.90"
Display Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen
Resolution
1290x2796
1080x2520
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm)
Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Xclipse 960
RAM
8 GB
12 GB
Storage
128 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
Dual Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.57", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, (ultrawide), 1/3.2", LED Flash
Selfie Camera
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
10 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), HDR, Video (4K@30/60fps)
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps)
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@60/120/240fps, HDR10+
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4674 mAh
4300 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
25W wired, QC2.0, 55% in 30 min 15W wireless 4.5W reverse wireless
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
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/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Dire
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
5.4 with A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
· Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm (6.33 x 3.06 x 0.31 in)
Unfolded: (166.9 x 75.4 x 6.1 mm) Folded: (85.7 x 75.4 x 13.1 mm)
Weight
199g
180g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, aluminum frame
Plastic front (unfolded), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Colors
Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine
Graphite, Cream, Pink, Mint
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Android 17, up to 7 major OS updates, One UI 9
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 16 Plus is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 85.5/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Battery. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 puts up a strong fight and wins in Gaming.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Good battery life
- Great for gaming
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- 60Hz display only
- Premium pricing
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Pros
- Strong performance
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus is the overall winner with a score of 85.5/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 78.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus has better battery with a score of 76.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 is better for gaming with a score of 86.9/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus offers better value at PKR 354,999 with a value score of 1.1.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus costs PKR 354,999 while Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 costs PKR 393,999. The price difference is PKR 39,000.
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