Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 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 16 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 16
Samsung Galaxy A73
Performance
91.1 ★
77.4
Camera
80.0
92.0 ★
Battery
56.0
86.0 ★
Gaming
85.4 ★
75.3
Overall
81.5
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 16
91.1/100
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy A73
92.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy A73
86.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 16
85.4/100
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 16
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A73
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A73
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 16
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A73
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.10"
6.70"
Display Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
Super AMOLED Plus Capacitive touchscreen, Multitouch
Resolution
1179x2556
1080x2400
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm)
Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Adreno 642L
RAM
8 GB
8 GB
Storage
128 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 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
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, 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
3561 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 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
5.3, 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
147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm (5.81 x 2.82 x 0.31 in)
163.7 x 76.1 x 7.6 mm
Weight
170g
181g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, aluminum frame
Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Colors
Ultramarine, Black, White, Pink, Teal
Gray, Mint, White
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 18, 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 16
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Below-average battery
- 60Hz display only
- 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 16 or Samsung Galaxy A73?
Both phones are very closely matched with similar overall scores.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 16 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 16 is better for gaming with a score of 85.4/100.
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 16 and Samsung Galaxy A73?
Apple iPhone 16 costs PKR 322,999 while Samsung Galaxy A73 costs PKR 170,499. The price difference is PKR 152,500.
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