Apple iPhone 13 vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Price in UAE & Gulf

Side-by-side comparison of verified market prices, camera megapixels, battery life, display quality, and processor benchmark scores in UAE & Gulf.

✓ Head-to-Head Comparison: • PriceCR Hardware Benchmark Lab
Apple iPhone 13 design and comparison in UAE & Gulf

Apple iPhone 13

AED 1,031.7

🏆 PriceCR Score: 66/100

Lowest verified at SER Mobile Phones

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Samsung Galaxy S24 design and comparison in UAE & Gulf

Samsung Galaxy S24

AED 1,349

🏆 PriceCR Score: 75/100

Lowest verified at UAE Retail Stores

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⚖️ Head-to-Head Verdict: Which is Better in UAE & Gulf?

In UAE & Gulf, Apple iPhone 13 starts from AED 1,031.7, saving approximately AED 317.3 over Samsung Galaxy S24 (AED 1,349). Choose Apple iPhone 13 for superior price-to-performance, or Samsung Galaxy S24 if you require its standout hardware advantages.

Why choose Apple iPhone 13?

  • ✓ More affordable by AED 317.3 (24% lower price)
  • ✓ Higher battery capacity (7200 mAh vs 4000 mAh)
  • ✓ Higher primary camera resolution (64MP vs 50MP)
  • ✓ Higher selfie camera resolution (16MP vs 12MP)

Why choose Samsung Galaxy S24?

  • ✓ Powered by Exynos 2400 (4 nm) - International

🏆 Crucial Feature Scores (NanoReview Benchmark)

Standardized 0–100 evaluations across display, camera, performance, battery, and overall value.

Apple iPhone 13 (66/100) vs Samsung Galaxy S24 (75/100)
Display Quality & Touch Apple: 55 | Samsung: 95
Camera & 4K Video Recording Apple: 76 | Samsung: 86
CPU Multi-tasking & Speed Apple: 55 | Samsung: 55
Gaming & 3D Graphics Stability Apple: 50 | Samsung: 57
Battery Capacity & Fast Charge Apple: 77 | Samsung: 59
Value for Money & Price Ratio Apple: 72 | Samsung: 81

✨ Which Phone Wins Your Use Case?

🎮 Best for High-FPS Gaming
Samsung Galaxy S24

Scores 57/100 in sustained GPU gaming frame rate.

📸 Best for Photography & Video
Samsung Galaxy S24

Scores 86/100 with higher resolution and low-light optical sensors.

⚡ Battery & Fast Charging King
Apple iPhone 13

Scores 77/100 for all-day runtime and high-wattage charging.

💰 Best Price-to-Performance Value
Samsung Galaxy S24

Scores 81/100 delivering maximum features per currency unit.

📡 UAE 5G & 4G LTE Network Compatibility

Official network frequency check for e& (Etisalat) and du networks in the UAE.

e& (Etisalat) Full 5G Ready
5G Band n78 (3.5GHz) / 4G B3, B7, B20
du Full 5G Ready
5G Band n78 (3.5GHz) / 4G B3, B20
Virgin Mobile UAE Full 5G Ready
Operates on du 5G / 4G Infrastructure
UAE Warranty & TDRA Tip: Ensure units carry official TDRA approval to guarantee 1-year manufacturer warranty across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah authorized service centers.

Apple iPhone 13 vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Key Specifications Comparison

Specification Apple iPhone 13 Samsung Galaxy S24
Starting Verified Price AED 1,031.7
at SER Mobile Phones Advantage
AED 1,349
at UAE Retail Stores
Display & Refresh Rate 6.1 inches 6.2 inches, 94.4 cm2, Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
Display Resolution N/A 1080x2340 px (FHD+)
Processor / Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Exynos 2400 (4 nm) - International
RAM & Internal Storage 4GB RAM RAM | 128GB Storage 8 GB RAM | 128 GB Storage
Rear Primary Camera 64 MP with OIS, HDR Advantage 50 MP, f/1.8, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 10 MP, f/2.4, Telephoto Camera, 12 MP, f/2.2, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera
Front Selfie Camera 16 MP Selfie Camera Advantage 12 MP, f/2.2, Wide Angle, Primary Camera
Battery & Fast Charging 7200 mAh Advantage 4000 mAh - 25W wired, PD3.0, 50% in 30 min (advertised)
5G Network Support 5G, 4G LTE 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Operating System Android Android v14
Build, Weight & Protection Premium build 167 grams, Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame, IP68

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPhone 13 vs Samsung Galaxy S24

Which phone is better, Apple iPhone 13 or Samsung Galaxy S24?

Both Apple iPhone 13 and Samsung Galaxy S24 have distinct advantages in UAE & Gulf. Apple iPhone 13 starts from AED 1,031.7, whereas Samsung Galaxy S24 starts from AED 1,349. Apple iPhone 13 offers better value for money by being AED 317.3 cheaper. Review the side-by-side camera, display, and battery specs table above to decide.

What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 13 and Samsung Galaxy S24 in UAE & Gulf?

In UAE & Gulf, Apple iPhone 13 is priced about AED 317.3 lower than Samsung Galaxy S24 based on verified market listings tracked daily on PriceCR.

Which has a better camera and battery, Apple iPhone 13 or Samsung Galaxy S24?

Apple iPhone 13 features 64 MP with OIS, HDR with a 7200 mAh. On the other hand, Samsung Galaxy S24 comes with 50 MP, f/1.8, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 10 MP, f/2.4, Telephoto Camera, 12 MP, f/2.2, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera and a 4000 mAh. Check the comparison table for sensor details.