Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S23 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S23 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 Samsung Galaxy S23 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Samsung Galaxy A36
Samsung Galaxy S23
Performance
60.5
90.4 ★
Camera
76.0
86.0 ★
Battery
88.0 ★
56.0
Gaming
61.0
92.3 ★
Overall
74.4
82.6 ★
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23
90.4/100
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23
86.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy A36
88.0/100
Gaming Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23
92.3/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23
82.6/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy A36
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A36
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A36
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.70"
6.10"
Display Type
Super AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen
Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch
Resolution
1080x2340
1980x2340
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU
Adreno 710
Adreno 740
RAM
8 GB
8 GB
Storage
256 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
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
Triple Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS + 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", PDAF, 3x optical zoom + 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, (ultrawide), 1/2.55", Dual Pixel PDAF, Super Steady video, LED Flash
Selfie Camera
12 MP, f/2.0, (wide), Video (4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps)
12 MP, f/2.2, 25mm (wide), PDAF, Dual video call, Auto-HDR, HDR10+, Video (4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps)
Video Recording
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
3900 mAh
Charging
Fast battery 45W
Fast charging 25W wired, PD3.0, 50% in 30 min (advertised), 10W wireless (Qi/PMA), 4.5W reverse wireless
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direc
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE
v5.3 with A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C 3.2, USB On-The-Go
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM and eSIM, Dual SIM (2 Nano-SIMs and eSIM, dual stand-by)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
162.6 x 77.9 x 7.4 mm
146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm
Weight
195g
167g
Build Material
Corning Gorilla Glass 7+
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Colors
Blue; other colors
Lavender, Cream, Phantom Black, Green, Lime, Graphite,
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 15
Android 13
Our Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S23 is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 82.6/100 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
Samsung Galaxy A36
Pros
- Decent everyday performance
- All-day battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
Samsung Galaxy S23
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Samsung Galaxy A36 or Samsung Galaxy S23?
Samsung Galaxy S23 is the overall winner with a score of 82.6/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Samsung Galaxy A36 or Samsung Galaxy S23?
Samsung Galaxy S23 wins in camera with 86.0/100 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?
Samsung Galaxy S23 is better for gaming with a score of 92.3/100.
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 Samsung Galaxy A36 and Samsung Galaxy S23?
Samsung Galaxy A36 costs PKR 119,999 while Samsung Galaxy S23 costs PKR 399,999. The price difference is PKR 280,000.
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