Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max 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 16 Pro Max if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A36
Performance
93.0 ★
60.5
Camera
80.0 ★
76.0
Battery
76.0
88.0 ★
Gaming
94.5 ★
61.0
Overall
87.6 ★
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 16 Pro Max
93.0/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
80.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy A36
88.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
94.5/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
87.6/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy A36
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A36
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A36
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.90"
6.70"
Display Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
Super AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen
Resolution
1320x2868
1080x2340
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A18 Pro (3 nm)
Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (6-core graphics)
Adreno 710
RAM
8 GB
8 GB
Storage
256 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, 120mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.06", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 5x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (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@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 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
4685 mAh
5000 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
Fast battery 45W
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-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
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort
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
163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm (6.42 x 3.06 x 0.33 in)
162.6 x 77.9 x 7.4 mm
Weight
227g
195g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, titanium frame
Corning Gorilla Glass 7+
Colors
Black Titanium, White Titanium, Natural Titanium, Desert Titanium
Blue; other colors
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Android 15
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 87.6/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Gaming. Samsung Galaxy A36 puts up a strong fight and wins in Battery. However, Samsung Galaxy A36 offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Good battery life
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
Cons
- Premium pricing
- Heavy (227g)
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 16 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A36?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is the overall winner with a score of 87.6/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy A36?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 76.0/100.
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 16 Pro Max is better for gaming with a score of 94.5/100.
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 16 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A36?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max costs PKR 480,999 while Samsung Galaxy A36 costs PKR 119,999. The price difference is PKR 361,000.
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