Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S25 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S25 if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S25 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 16e
Samsung Galaxy S25
Performance
91.1
96.5 ★
Camera
80.0
86.0 ★
Battery
66.0
66.0
Gaming
85.4
96.5 ★
Overall
83.5
88.3 ★
Value for Money
Equal
Equal
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Samsung Galaxy S25
96.5/100
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy S25
86.0/100
Gaming Winner
Samsung Galaxy S25
96.5/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy S25
88.3/100
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S25
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S25
🔋 Battery
Tie
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S25
💰 Value
Tie
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.10"
6.20"
Display Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, 800 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak)
Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen
Resolution
1170x2532
1080x2340
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm)
Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (4-core graphics)
Adreno 830
RAM
8 GB
12 GB
Storage
128 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS
Triple Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 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, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2", dual pixel PDAF, HDR, HDR10+, Video (4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps)
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, Dolby Vision HDR, OIS
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
4005 mAh
4000 mAh
Charging
Wired, 50% in 30 min 7.5W wireless (Qi)
Fast charging 25W wired, PD3.0, 50% in 30 min, 15W wireless (Qi2), 4.5W reverse wireless
📶 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/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
5.4 with A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0
USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm (5.78 x 2.81 x 0.31 in)
146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm
Weight
167g
162g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, aluminum frame
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Colors
Black, White
Icy Blue, Mint, Navy, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold, Coral Red, Blue Black
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 18.3.1, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Android 15
Our Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S25 is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 88.3/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Gaming. Apple iPhone 16e puts up a strong fight with a score of 83.5/100.
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 S25
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 16e or Samsung Galaxy S25?
Samsung Galaxy S25 is the overall winner with a score of 88.3/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 16e or Samsung Galaxy S25?
Samsung Galaxy S25 wins in camera with 86.0/100 vs 80.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Both phones have similar battery performance.
Which is better for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy S25 is better for gaming with a score of 96.5/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Both phones offer similar value for money.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 16e and Samsung Galaxy S25?
Apple iPhone 16e costs PKR 289,999 while Samsung Galaxy S25 costs PKR 284,999. The price difference is PKR 5,000.
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