Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 16
Samsung Galaxy S26
Performance
91.1 ★
88.7
Camera
80.0 ★
78.0
Battery
56.0
66.0 ★
Gaming
85.4
86.9 ★
Overall
81.5
83.0 ★
Value for Money
Equal
Equal
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Apple iPhone 16
91.1/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 16
80.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26
66.0/100
Gaming Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26
86.9/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26
83.0/100
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 16
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 16
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26
💰 Value
Tie
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.10"
6.30"
Display Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen
Resolution
1179x2556
1080x2340
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)
Triple Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, (ultrawide), 1/2.55", Super Steady video, LED Flash
Selfie Camera
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
12 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2", dual pixel PDAF, HDR, HDR10+, Video (4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps)
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps)
8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
3561 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
Fast battery 25W wired, PD3.0, 55% in 30 min, 15W wireless (Qi2 Ready), 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, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm (5.81 x 2.82 x 0.31 in)
149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm
Weight
170g
167g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, aluminum frame
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Colors
Ultramarine, Black, White, Pink, Teal
Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Android 16
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 16
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Below-average battery
- 60Hz display only
- Premium pricing
Samsung Galaxy S26
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 or Samsung Galaxy S26?
Both phones are very closely matched with similar overall scores.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 16 or Samsung Galaxy S26?
Apple iPhone 16 wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 78.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy S26 has better battery with a score of 66.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy S26 is better for gaming with a score of 86.9/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Both phones offer similar value for money.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 16 and Samsung Galaxy S26?
Apple iPhone 16 costs PKR 322,999 while Samsung Galaxy S26 costs PKR 319,999. The price difference is PKR 3,000.
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