Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 16e 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 16e if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 16e
Samsung Galaxy A73
Performance
91.1 ★
77.4
Camera
80.0
92.0 ★
Battery
66.0
86.0 ★
Gaming
85.4 ★
75.3
Overall
83.5
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 16e
91.1/100
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy A73
92.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy A73
86.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 16e
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 16e
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A73
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A73
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 16e
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A73
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.10"
6.70"
Display Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, 800 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak)
Super AMOLED Plus Capacitive touchscreen, Multitouch
Resolution
1170x2532
1080x2400
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm)
Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (4-core graphics)
Adreno 642L
RAM
8 GB
8 GB
Storage
128 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS
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, Dolby Vision HDR, OIS
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4005 mAh
5000 mAh
Charging
Wired, 50% in 30 min 7.5W wireless (Qi)
Fast charging 25W
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-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
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
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm (5.78 x 2.81 x 0.31 in)
163.7 x 76.1 x 7.6 mm
Weight
167g
181g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, aluminum frame
Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Colors
Black, White
Gray, Mint, White
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 18.3.1, 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 16e
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Slow 5W charging
- 60Hz display only
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 16e or Samsung Galaxy A73?
Both phones are very closely matched with similar overall scores.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 16e 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 16e 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 16e and Samsung Galaxy A73?
Apple iPhone 16e costs PKR 289,999 while Samsung Galaxy A73 costs PKR 170,499. The price difference is PKR 119,500.
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