Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy A73 if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy A73 if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy A73 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 17
Samsung Galaxy A73
Performance
91.1 ★
77.4
Camera
80.0
92.0 ★
Battery
56.0
86.0 ★
Gaming
92.9 ★
75.3
Overall
82.8
84.5 ★
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
91.1/100
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy A73
92.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy A73
86.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 17
92.9/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy A73
84.5/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy A73
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A73
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A73
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A73
📱 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
Super AMOLED Plus Capacitive touchscreen, Multitouch
Resolution
1206x2622
1080x2400
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A19 (3 nm)
Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Adreno 642L
RAM
8 GB
8 GB
Storage
256 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
Quad Camera: 108 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF, OIS + 12 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) + 5 MP, f/2.4, (macro) + 5 MP, f/2.4, (depth), LED Flash
Selfie Camera
18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide), PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", HDR, Video (4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps)
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps)
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
3692 mAh
5000 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
📶 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/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE
5.0 with A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
USB Type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Hybrid Dual SIM, Dual Standby, (Nano-SIM)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.5 x 8 mm (5.89 x 2.81 x 0.31 in)
163.7 x 76.1 x 7.6 mm
Weight
177g
181g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, glass back
Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Colors
Black, White, Mist Blue, Sage, Lavender
Gray, Mint, White
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 26, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Android 12
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 17
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Samsung Galaxy A73
Pros
- Strong performance
- Excellent camera system
- All-day battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 17 or Samsung Galaxy A73?
Both phones are very closely matched with similar overall scores.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 17 or Samsung Galaxy A73?
Samsung Galaxy A73 wins in camera with 92.0/100 vs 80.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy A73 has better battery with a score of 86.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 17 is better for gaming with a score of 92.9/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy A73 offers better value at PKR 170,499 with a value score of 2.0.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 17 and Samsung Galaxy A73?
Apple iPhone 17 costs PKR 398,999 while Samsung Galaxy A73 costs PKR 170,499. The price difference is PKR 228,500.
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