Apple iPhone 15 vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus 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 15 design and comparison in UAE & Gulf

Apple iPhone 15

AED 2,279

🏆 PriceCR Score: 72/100

Lowest verified at Zaibis Electronics

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Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus design and comparison in UAE & Gulf

Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus

AED 2,299

🏆 PriceCR Score: 91/100

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 15 starts from AED 2,279, saving approximately AED 20 over Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus (AED 2,299). Choose Apple iPhone 15 for superior price-to-performance, or Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus if you require its standout hardware advantages.

Why choose Apple iPhone 15?

  • ✓ More affordable by AED 20 (1% lower price)
  • ✓ Higher selfie camera resolution (16MP vs 12MP)
  • ✓ Powered by Apple A16 Bionic

Why choose Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus?

  • ✓ Higher battery capacity (4900 mAh vs 3349 mAh)
  • ✓ Larger display screen (6.7" vs 6.1")
  • ✓ Higher primary camera resolution (50MP vs 48MP)

🏆 Crucial Feature Scores (NanoReview Benchmark)

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

Apple iPhone 15 (72/100) vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus (91/100)
Display Quality & Touch Apple: 55 | Samsung: 95
Camera & 4K Video Recording Apple: 74 | Samsung: 86
CPU Multi-tasking & Speed Apple: 90 | Samsung: 96
Gaming & 3D Graphics Stability Apple: 76 | Samsung: 91
Battery Capacity & Fast Charge Apple: 55 | Samsung: 79
Value for Money & Price Ratio Apple: 80 | Samsung: 95

✨ Which Phone Wins Your Use Case?

🎮 Best for High-FPS Gaming
Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus

Scores 91/100 in sustained GPU gaming frame rate.

📸 Best for Photography & Video
Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus

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

⚡ Battery & Fast Charging King
Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus

Scores 79/100 for all-day runtime and high-wattage charging.

💰 Best Price-to-Performance Value
Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus

Scores 95/100 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 15 vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus Key Specifications Comparison

Specification Apple iPhone 15 Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus
Starting Verified Price AED 2,279
at Zaibis Electronics Advantage
AED 2,299
at UAE Retail Stores
Display & Refresh Rate 6.1 inches 6.7 inches, 110.2 cm2, Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120 Hz
Display Resolution N/A 1440x3120 px (QHD+)
Processor / Chipset Apple A16 Bionic Qualcomm SM8650-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) - USA/Canada/China
RAM & Internal Storage 6GB RAM RAM | 128GB Storage 12 GB RAM | 256 GB Storage
Rear Primary Camera 48 MP with OIS, HDR 50 MP f/1.8, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 12 MP f/2.2, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera, 10 MP f/2.4, Telephoto Camera Advantage
Front Selfie Camera 16 MP Selfie Camera Advantage 12 MP, f/2.2, Wide Angle, Primary Camera
Battery & Fast Charging 3349 mAh 4900 mAh - 45W wired, PD3.0, 65% in 30 min (advertised) Advantage
5G Network Support 5G, 4G LTE 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Operating System Android Android 14
Build, Weight & Protection Premium build 196 grams, Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame, IP68

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPhone 15 vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus

Which phone is better, Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus?

Both Apple iPhone 15 and Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus have distinct advantages in UAE & Gulf. Apple iPhone 15 starts from AED 2,279, whereas Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus starts from AED 2,299. Apple iPhone 15 offers better value for money by being AED 20 cheaper. Review the side-by-side camera, display, and battery specs table above to decide.

What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 15 and Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus in UAE & Gulf?

In UAE & Gulf, Apple iPhone 15 is priced about AED 20 lower than Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus based on verified market listings tracked daily on PriceCR.

Which has a better camera and battery, Apple iPhone 15 or Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus?

Apple iPhone 15 features 48 MP with OIS, HDR with a 3349 mAh. On the other hand, Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus comes with 50 MP f/1.8, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 12 MP f/2.2, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera, 10 MP f/2.4, Telephoto Camera and a 4900 mAh. Check the comparison table for sensor details.