Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 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 Flip5
Performance
91.1 ★
90.4
Camera
80.0 ★
40.0
Battery
76.0 ★
56.0
Gaming
85.4
92.3 ★
Overall
85.5 ★
71.1
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 Flip5
92.3/100
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 Flip5
💰 Value
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Plus
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.70"
6.70"
Display Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1750 nits (peak)
Resolution
1290x2796
1080x2640
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm)
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Adreno 740
RAM
8 GB
8 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), 0.7µm, dual pixel PDAF
12 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.76", 1.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm
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), 1/3.0", 1.22µm
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@60/240fps, HDR10+
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4674 mAh
3700 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, 50% 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, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
5.3, 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; International)· eSIM + eSIM (8 or more, max 2 at a time;
Nano-SIM + eSIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm (6.33 x 3.06 x 0.31 in)
Unfolded: 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mmFolded: 85.1 x 71.9 x 15.1 mm
Weight
199g
187g
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
Mint, Graphite, Cream, Lavender, Gray, Blue, Green, Yellow
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 26.5
HSPA, LTE, 5G
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 Flip5 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 Flip5
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
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 Flip5?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 40.0/100.
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 Flip5 is better for gaming with a score of 92.3/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus offers better value at PKR 361,999 with a value score of 1.1.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus costs PKR 361,999 while Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 costs PKR 368,999. The price difference is PKR 7,000.
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