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iPhone 16 vs Samsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236): Which One Should You Buy?

iPhone 16 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 71.7/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

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Apple · 2024

iPhone 16

iPhone 16
72/ 100
Launch price$799
Samsung · 2022

Samsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236)

Samsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236)
71/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

iPhone 16 wins 2 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 16
iPhone 16
2 wins
Samsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236)
Samsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236)
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
iPhone 16Samsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236)
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    80
    80
  • CameraiPhone 16
    82
    60
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatterySamsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236)
    58
    86
  • DisplayiPhone 16
    64
    62
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueTie
    68
    68
Key differences
  • Samsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236) has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 3,561 mAh
  • Samsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236) has the bigger screen6.58" vs 6.1"
  • iPhone 16 is lighter170 g vs 197 g
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 16
  • ✓27 g lighter (170 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$9200 cheaper at launch ($799 vs $9999)
  • ✓48 MP main camera
Reasons to buy Samsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236)
  • ✓Bigger 5,000 mAh battery (+1,439 mAh)
  • ✓6.58" display

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 16Samsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236)
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 16 Wins Display
Screen typeSuper Retina XDR OLEDColor PLS TFT LCD display
Screen Size6.1"6.58"
Resolution & Density2556x1179 (460 ppi)1080x2408 (401 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz ProMotion60 Hz
Brightness2,000 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A18 (3nm)Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G SM6375 (6nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (5-core)Qualcomm Adreno 619
Operating SystemiOS 18Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB / 512GB128GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 16 Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.6, OIS, Sony IMXN/A
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)Not listed
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNot listed
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/1.9N/A
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone 16 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mmN/A
Weight170 g197 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Samsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity3,561 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging20W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless Charging25W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Not listed
Bluetooth5.3Not listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0Not listed
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$799Price on request
Our verdict

iPhone 16 wins — BeastScore 71.7/100

After comparing all the specs, iPhone 16 is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 71.7 vs top rival 71.4 and Significantly faster wired charging: 20W vs max 0W.

Buy iPhone 16 if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 71.7 vs top rival 71.4 · Significantly faster wired charging: 20W vs max 0W

Buy Samsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236) if you want

Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+1,439 mAh more)

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 16 or Samsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236)?

iPhone 16 leads with an overall BeastScore of 71.7/100 compared to Samsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236) (71.4/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 71.7 vs top rival 71.4 and Significantly faster wired charging: 20W vs max 0W.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 16 and Samsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236)?

iPhone 16 has a 6.1-inch display and 3561 mAh battery. Samsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236) has a 6.58-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 16 and Samsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236) compare for speed?

iPhone 16 scores 80/100 for performance; Samsung SM-A236E/DSN Galaxy A23 5G 2022 Top Edition Dual SIM TD-LTE APAC 128GB (Samsung A236) scores 80/100.

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