Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Performance
91.1
93.9 ★
Camera
80.0
100.0 ★
Battery
76.0
88.0 ★
Gaming
85.4
94.3 ★
Overall
85.5
93.7 ★
Value for Money
Equal
Equal
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
93.9/100
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
100.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
88.0/100
Gaming Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
94.3/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
93.7/100
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
💰 Value
Tie
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.70"
6.80"
Display Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch
Resolution
1290x2796
1440x3088
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm)
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Adreno 740
RAM
8 GB
12 GB
Storage
128 GB
512 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: 200 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.3", PDAF, Laser AF, OIS 10 MP, f/4.9, 230mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.52", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 10x optical zoom + 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.52", dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 12 M
Selfie Camera
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
12 MP
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps)
8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4674 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 45W wired, PD3.0 15W wireless (Qi/PMA), 4.5W reverse wireless
📶 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, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
5.3 with A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Dual Sim, eSIM (Nano-SIM), (2 Nano-SIMs and eSIM, dual stand-by)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm (6.33 x 3.06 x 0.31 in)
163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm
Weight
199g
233g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, aluminum frame
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Colors
Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine
Green, Phantom Black, Lavender, Cream, Lime, Sky Blue, Graphite, Red,
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Android 13
Our Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 93.7/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Battery, Gaming. Apple iPhone 16 Plus puts up a strong fight with a score of 85.5/100.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Good battery life
- Great for gaming
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- 60Hz display only
- Premium pricing
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Excellent camera system
- All-day battery life
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
Cons
- Premium pricing
- Heavy (233g)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is the overall winner with a score of 93.7/100, winning in 4 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra wins in camera with 100.0/100 vs 80.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has better battery with a score of 88.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is better for gaming with a score of 94.3/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Both phones offer similar value for money.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus costs PKR 354,999 while Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra costs PKR 389,999. The price difference is PKR 35,000.
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