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iPhone 16 vs Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2)

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

Smartphone Battle

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Apple · 2024

iPhone 16

72/ 100

Launch MSRP$799 USD

Samsung · 2025

Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2)

72/ 100

Launch MSRPPricing on request

WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2) BETTER THAN iPhone 16?

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iPhone 16

Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2)Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta

SPEC FACTOR	iPhone 16	Samsung SM-S936B	LEADER
Refresh Rate	60Hz	60Hz	60Hz
Battery Capacity	3,561 mAh	4,900 mAh	+4,900 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	20W	Standard	25W Max
Main Camera Sensor	48 MP	N/A	48 MP
Screen Display Size	6.1"	6.66"	6.66"
Chassis Weight	170g	190g	170g Lightest

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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy iPhone 16:

✓20g lighter chassis (170g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
✓$9200 lower launch MSRP ($799 vs $9999)
✓48MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

Reasons to buy Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2):

✓Larger 4,900 mAh battery capacity (+1,339 mAh more capacity)
✓6.66" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification	iPhone 16	Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2)
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 16 Wins Display
Screen Type & Tech	Super Retina XDR OLED	AM-OLED display
Screen Size	6.1"	6.66"
Resolution & Density	2556x1179 (460 ppi)	1440x3120 (516 ppi)
Refresh Rate	60 Hz ProMotion	60 Hz
Brightness	2,000 nits peak	N/A
Screen Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2) Wins Performance
Chipset / Processor	High performance SoC	High performance SoC
CPU Cores	Multi-core high performance	Multi-core high performance
GPU Graphics	Integrated Graphics	Integrated Graphics
Operating System	iOS 18	Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	8 GB LPDDR	12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage	128GB / 256GB / 512GB	256GB
Storage Speed	High-speed flash	High-speed flash
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 16 Wins Camera
Primary Camera	48 MP, f/1.6, OIS, Sony IMX	N/A
Telephoto Zoom	None (Digital zoom only)	None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	12 MP, f/2.2	N/A
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video	4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR	4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video	4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS	4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens	12 MP, f/1.9	N/A
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone 16 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions	147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm	N/A
Weight	170 g	190 g
Build Materials	Glass front, metal/glass frame	Glass front, metal/glass frame
SIM Type	Nano-SIM / eSIM support	Nano-SIM / eSIM support
Water Resistance	IP68	Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity	3,561 mAh	4,900 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	20W wired fast charging	N/A
Wireless Charging	25W wireless charging	Not supported
Reverse Charging	Reverse wireless charging	Reverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Stereo speakers	Stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 7	Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth	5.3	Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & Speed	USB-C 2.0	USB Type-C
NFC	Yes (contactless payment)	Yes
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite Features	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Standard finishes	Standard finishes
Launch Price	$799	Price on request

Editorial Lab Verdict

Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 72.3/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 60/100 camera rating.

When to buy iPhone 16:

Significantly faster wired charging: 20W vs max 0W · Higher resolution main sensor: 48 MP vs max 0 MP

When to buy Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2):

Higher overall BeastScore: 72.3 vs top rival 71.7 · Larger battery capacity: 4,900 mAh (+1,339 mAh more)

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: iPhone 16 vs Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2)

Which phone is better: iPhone 16 or Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2)?

Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2) leads with an overall BeastScore of 72.3/100 compared to iPhone 16 (71.7/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 72.3 vs top rival 71.7 and Larger battery capacity: 4,900 mAh (+1,339 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between iPhone 16 and Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2)?

iPhone 16 is equipped with a 6.1-inch display and 3561 mAh battery, while Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2) features a 6.66-inch display and 4900 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between iPhone 16 and Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2)?

In lab hardware evaluations, iPhone 16 scores 82/100 in camera performance, while Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2) scores 60/100.

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iPhone 16 vs Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2)

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WHY IS Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2) BETTER THAN iPhone 16?

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 72.3/100

Frequently Asked Questions: iPhone 16 vs Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2)

Which phone is better: iPhone 16 or Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2)?

What are the primary battery and display differences between iPhone 16 and Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2)?

How do the camera capabilities compare between iPhone 16 and Samsung SM-S936B Galaxy S25+ 5G Global TD-LTE 256GB (Samsung Paradigm 2)?

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