Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 Pro if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 Pro if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 Pro if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Performance
96.5 ★
90.4
Camera
80.0 ★
40.0
Battery
56.0
56.0
Gaming
96.5 ★
92.3
Overall
84.8 ★
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
96.5/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
80.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
96.5/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
84.8/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 17 Pro
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 17 Pro
🔋 Battery
Tie
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 17 Pro
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.30"
6.70"
Display Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits
Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch
Resolution
1206x2622
1080x2640
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A19 Pro (3 nm)
Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (6-core graphics)
Adreno 740
RAM
12 GB
8 GB
Storage
256 GB
128 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)
Dual Camera: 12 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.76", 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS + 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), LED Flash
Selfie Camera
18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide), PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
10 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), HDR, Video (4K@30fps)
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps), ProRes, ProRes RAW (up to 120fps)
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
3998 mAh
3700 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD3.2, AVS, 50% in 20 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
Fast charging 25W wired, 50% in 30 min (advertised), 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
6.0, 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 and eSIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm (5.91 x 2.83 x 0.35 in)
Unfolded: (165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm), Folded: (85.1 x 71.9 x 15.1 mm)
Weight
206g
188g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum back/ glass back (Ceramic Shield)
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, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Android 13
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 17 Pro is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 84.8/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Gaming. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 puts up a strong fight with a score of 71.1/100. However, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
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 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro is the overall winner with a score of 84.8/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 17 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 40.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Both phones have similar battery performance.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro is better for gaming with a score of 96.5/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 offers better value at PKR 368,999 with a value score of 0.8.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5?
Apple iPhone 17 Pro costs PKR 519,999 while Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 costs PKR 368,999. The price difference is PKR 151,000.
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