Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Pro if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Pro if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy A34 if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy A34 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Pro if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Samsung Galaxy A34
Performance
93.0 ★
60.5
Camera
80.0 ★
70.0
Battery
56.0
86.0 ★
Gaming
94.5 ★
61.0
Overall
83.6 ★
72.5
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 16 Pro
93.0/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
80.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy A34
86.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
94.5/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
83.6/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy A34
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A34
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A34
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.30"
6.60"
Display Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
Super AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch
Resolution
1206x2622
1080x2340
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A18 Pro (3 nm)
Mediatek MT6877V Dimensity 1080 (6 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (6-core graphics)
Mali-G68 MC4
RAM
8 GB
8 GB
Storage
128 GB
128 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.8, 120mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.06", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 5x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide)
Triple Camera: 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", PDAF, OIS + 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/4.0" + 5 MP, f/2.4, (macro), LED Flash
Selfie Camera
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.1", Video (4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps)
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@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@480fps
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
3582 mAh
5000 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
Fast battery 25W wired
📶 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, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.3, 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
Dual Sim, Dual Standby (Nano-SIM)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm (5.89 x 2.81 x 0.33 in)
161.3 x 78.1 x 8.2 mm
Weight
199g
199g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, titanium frame (grade 5)
Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Colors
Black Titanium, White Titanium, Natural Titanium, Desert Titanium
Lime, Graphite, Violet, Silver
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Android 13
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 16 Pro is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 83.6/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Gaming. Samsung Galaxy A34 puts up a strong fight and wins in Battery. However, Samsung Galaxy A34 offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Samsung Galaxy A34
Pros
- Decent everyday performance
- All-day battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A34?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro is the overall winner with a score of 83.6/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A34?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 70.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy A34 has better battery with a score of 86.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro is better for gaming with a score of 94.5/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy A34 offers better value at PKR 109,999 with a value score of 2.4.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A34?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro costs PKR 403,999 while Samsung Galaxy A34 costs PKR 109,999. The price difference is PKR 294,000.
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