Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Apple iPhone 17 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 Z Flip5
Performance
91.1 ★
90.4
Camera
80.0 ★
40.0
Battery
56.0
56.0
Gaming
92.9 ★
92.3
Overall
82.8 ★
71.1
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Apple iPhone 17
91.1/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 17
80.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 17
92.9/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 17
82.8/100
Best Value
Apple iPhone 17
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
🔋 Battery
Tie
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
💰 Value
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
📱 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, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1750 nits (peak)
Resolution
1206x2622
1080x2640
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A19 (3 nm)
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Adreno 740
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), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF
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, 20mm (ultrawide), PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
10 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.0", 1.22µm
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@60/240fps, HDR10+
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
3692 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
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/6/7, 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, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Dual SIM (Nano-SIM + eSIM)
Nano-SIM + eSIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.5 x 8 mm (5.89 x 2.81 x 0.31 in)
Unfolded: 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mmFolded: 85.1 x 71.9 x 15.1 mm
Weight
177g
187g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, glass back
Plastic front (unfolded), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Colors
Black, White, Mist Blue, Sage, Lavender
Mint, Graphite, Cream, Lavender, Gray, Blue, Green, Yellow
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 26, upgradable to iOS 26.5
HSPA, LTE, 5G
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 17 is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 82.8/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Gaming. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 puts up a strong fight with a score of 71.1/100.
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 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 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
Apple iPhone 17 is the overall winner with a score of 82.8/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 17 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
Apple iPhone 17 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 is better for gaming with a score of 92.9/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Apple iPhone 17 offers better value at PKR 398,999 with a value score of 0.9.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 17 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5?
Apple iPhone 17 costs PKR 398,999 while Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 costs PKR 368,999. The price difference is PKR 30,000.
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