Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
Performance
96.5 ★
90.4
Camera
80.0 ★
40.0
Battery
76.0 ★
56.0
Gaming
96.5 ★
92.3
Overall
88.8 ★
71.1
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 17 Pro Max
96.5/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
80.0/100
Battery Winner
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
76.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
96.5/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
88.8/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
🔋 Battery
🏆 Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.90"
6.70"
Display Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Capacitive Touchscreen
Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1750 nits (peak)
Resolution
1320x2868
1080x2640
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A19 Pro (3 nm)
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (6-core graphics)
Adreno 740
RAM
12 GB
8 GB
Storage
256 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
Triple Camera: 48 MP, f/1.6, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS + 48 MP, f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 4x optical zoom + 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, (ultrawide), 1/2.55", PDAF + TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (
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
18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, (wide), PDAF, OIS + SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor), HDR, Dolby Vision HDR, 3D (spatial) audio, stereo sound rec., ProRes
10 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.0", 1.22µm
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@30/60fps, 1080p@60/240fps, HDR10+
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4823 mAh
3700 mAh
Charging
Fast battery Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 20 min, 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min, 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/6e/7, tri-band, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
v6.0 with A2DP, LE
5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗ No
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + eSIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm
Unfolded: 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mmFolded: 85.1 x 71.9 x 15.1 mm
Weight
233g
187g
Build Material
Ceramic Shield 2, Mohs level 5, Anti-reflective coating
Plastic front (unfolded), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Colors
Silver, Cosmic Orange, Deep Blue
Mint, Graphite, Cream, Lavender, Gray, Blue, Green, Yellow
💻 Software
Operating System
IOS 26
HSPA, LTE, 5G
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 88.8/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Battery, Gaming. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 puts up a strong fight with a score of 71.1/100. However, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 offers better value for money.
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
- No NFC
- Premium pricing
- Heavy (233g)
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 17 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is the overall winner with a score of 88.8/100, winning in 4 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 40.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has better battery with a score of 76.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is better for gaming with a score of 96.5/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 offers better value at PKR 368,999 with a value score of 0.8.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max costs PKR 564,999 while Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 costs PKR 368,999. The price difference is PKR 196,000.
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