Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 Pro if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Performance
93.0
93.9 ★
Camera
80.0
86.0 ★
Battery
56.0
66.0 ★
Gaming
94.5 ★
94.3
Overall
83.6
85.8 ★
Value for Money
—
Best Value ★
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
93.9/100
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
86.0/100
Battery Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
66.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
94.5/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
85.8/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
🔋 Battery
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 16 Pro
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.30"
7.60"
Display Type
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+
Resolution
1206x2622
1812x2176
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A18 Pro (3 nm)
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (6-core graphics)
Adreno 740
RAM
8 GB
12 GB
Storage
128 GB
512 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.8, 120mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.06", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, 3D sensor‑shift OIS, 5x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, PDAF TOF 3D LiD
50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 66mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 12mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm
Selfie Camera
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
4 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/3.0", 2.0µm, under display Cover camera: 10 MP, f/2.2, 24mm (wide), 1/3.0", 1.22µm
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes, 3D (spatial) video/audio, stereo sound rec.
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
3582 mAh
4400 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
25W wired, 50% in 30 min 15W wireless 4.5W reverse wireless
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/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, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Dual SIM (Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM)
· Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm (5.89 x 2.81 x 0.33 in)
Unfolded: 154.9 x 129.9 x 6.1 mmFolded: 154.9 x 67.1 x 13.4 mm
Weight
199g
253g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, titanium frame (grade 5)
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2) (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Colors
Black Titanium, White Titanium, Natural Titanium, Desert Titanium
Icy Blue, Phantom Black, Cream, Gray, Blue
💻 Software
Operating System
HSPA, LTE, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.5
Our Verdict
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 85.8/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Battery. Apple iPhone 16 Pro puts up a strong fight and wins in Gaming.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
- Heavy (253g)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is the overall winner with a score of 85.8/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 wins in camera with 86.0/100 vs 80.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 has better battery with a score of 66.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro is better for gaming with a score of 94.5/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 offers better value at PKR 399,999 with a value score of 1.0.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5?
Apple iPhone 16 Pro costs PKR 403,999 while Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 costs PKR 399,999. The price difference is PKR 4,000.
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