Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus if you want the best value for your money.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
Performance
96.5
96.5
Camera
80.0
86.0 ★
Battery
76.0
78.0 ★
Gaming
96.5
96.5
Overall
88.8
89.2 ★
Value for Money
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Best Value ★
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
86.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
78.0/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
89.2/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
Tie
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
🎮 Gaming
Tie
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.90"
6.70"
Display Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1320x2868
1440 x 3120
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A19 Pro (3 nm)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite 2
GPU
Apple GPU (6-core graphics)
Adreno 840
RAM
12 GB
12 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 48 MP, f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 4x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF TOF 3D LiDAR sca
50MP (main, OIS) + 12MP (ultrawide) + 10MP (telephoto 3x)
Selfie Camera
18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide), PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
12MP (wide)
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS
8K@30fps, 4K@60fps, 1080p@60fps
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4823 mAh
4898 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 20 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
45W wired, 15W wireless, 4.5W reverse
📶 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/7
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE
Bluetooth 5.4
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort
USB Type-C 3.2
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Dual SIM (Nano-SIM + eSIM)
Dual SIM (Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm (6.43 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)
159.0 x 74.5 x 7.3 mm
Weight
233g
190g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum back/ glass back (Ceramic Shield)
Gorilla Glass Armor 2 front & back, armor aluminum frame
Colors
Silver, Cosmic Orange, Deep Blue
Black, White, Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 26, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Android 16, One UI 8
Our Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 89.2/100 overall. It excels in Camera, Battery. Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max puts up a strong fight with a score of 88.8/100.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Good battery life
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
Cons
- Premium pricing
- Heavy (233g)
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Good battery life
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
Cons
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus?
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus is the overall winner with a score of 89.2/100, winning in 2 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus?
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus wins in camera with 86.0/100 vs 80.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus has better battery with a score of 78.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Both phones offer similar gaming performance.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus offers better value at PKR 364,999 with a value score of 1.1.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max costs PKR 564,999 while Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus costs PKR 364,999. The price difference is PKR 200,000.
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