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 Samsung Galaxy A36 if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy A36 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 A36
Performance
91.1 ★
60.5
Camera
80.0 ★
76.0
Battery
56.0
88.0 ★
Gaming
92.9 ★
61.0
Overall
82.8 ★
74.4
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
Apple iPhone 17
80.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy A36
88.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 17
92.9/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 17
82.8/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy A36
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A36
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 17
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A36
📱 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 Capacitive Touchscreen
Resolution
1206x2622
1080x2340
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A19 (3 nm)
Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Adreno 710
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)
Triple Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.96", PDAF, OIS + 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/4.0" + 5 MP, f/2.4, (macro), LED Flash
Selfie Camera
18 MP multi-aspect, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide), PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
12 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 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 battery 45W
📶 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, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direc
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE
5.3 with A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.5 x 8 mm (5.89 x 2.81 x 0.31 in)
162.6 x 77.9 x 7.4 mm
Weight
177g
195g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, glass back
Corning Gorilla Glass 7+
Colors
Black, White, Mist Blue, Sage, Lavender
Blue; other colors
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 26, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Android 15
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 A36 puts up a strong fight and wins in Battery. However, Samsung Galaxy A36 offers better 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 A36
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 17 or Samsung Galaxy A36?
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 A36?
Apple iPhone 17 wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 76.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy A36 has better battery with a score of 88.0/100.
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 A36 offers better value at PKR 119,999 with a value score of 2.3.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 17 and Samsung Galaxy A36?
Apple iPhone 17 costs PKR 398,999 while Samsung Galaxy A36 costs PKR 119,999. The price difference is PKR 279,000.
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