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 Apple iPhone 16 Plus if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Plus if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Plus if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Samsung Galaxy S23
Performance
91.1 ★
90.4
Camera
80.0
86.0 ★
Battery
76.0 ★
56.0
Gaming
85.4
92.3 ★
Overall
85.5 ★
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
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
91.1/100
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23
86.0/100
Battery Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
76.0/100
Gaming Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23
92.3/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
85.5/100
Best Value
Apple iPhone 16 Plus
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Plus
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23
🔋 Battery
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Plus
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23
💰 Value
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Plus
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.70"
6.10"
Display Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch
Resolution
1290x2796
1980x2340
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm)
Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Adreno 740
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)
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/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
12 MP, f/2.2, 25mm (wide), PDAF, Dual video call, Auto-HDR, HDR10+, Video (4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps)
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
3900 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 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/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
v5.3 with A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
USB Type-C 3.2, USB On-The-Go
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM and eSIM, Dual 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)
146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm
Weight
199g
167g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, aluminum frame
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Colors
Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine
Lavender, Cream, Phantom Black, Green, Lime, Graphite,
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Android 13
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 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
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, Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Samsung Galaxy S23?
Both phones are very closely matched with similar overall scores.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 16 Plus or Samsung Galaxy S23?
Samsung Galaxy S23 wins in camera with 86.0/100 vs 80.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus has better battery with a score of 76.0/100.
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?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus offers better value at PKR 354,999 with a value score of 1.1.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 16 Plus and Samsung Galaxy S23?
Apple iPhone 16 Plus costs PKR 354,999 while Samsung Galaxy S23 costs PKR 399,999. The price difference is PKR 45,000.
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