Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII Price in Pakistan

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

✓ Head-to-Head Comparison: • PriceCR Hardware Benchmark Lab
Apple iPhone 16 Pro design and comparison in Pakistan

Apple iPhone 16 Pro

Rs 283,999

🏆 PriceCR Score: 82/100

Lowest verified at PriceOye & Retail Stores

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Sony Xperia 1 VIII design and comparison in Pakistan

Sony Xperia 1 VIII

Rs 596,999

🏆 PriceCR Score: 84/100

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⚖️ Head-to-Head Verdict: Which is Better in Pakistan?

In Pakistan, Apple iPhone 16 Pro starts from Rs 283,999, saving approximately Rs 313,000 over Sony Xperia 1 VIII (Rs 596,999). Choose Apple iPhone 16 Pro for superior price-to-performance, or Sony Xperia 1 VIII if you require its standout hardware advantages.

Why choose Apple iPhone 16 Pro?

  • ✓ More affordable by Rs 313,000 (52% lower price)
  • ✓ Powered by Apple A18 Pro

Why choose Sony Xperia 1 VIII?

  • ✓ Higher battery capacity (5000 mAh vs 3582 mAh)
  • ✓ Faster wired fast charging (30W vs 20W)
  • ✓ Larger display screen (6.5" vs 6.3")

🏆 Crucial Feature Scores (NanoReview Benchmark)

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

Apple iPhone 16 Pro (82/100) vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII (84/100)
Display Quality & Touch Apple: 95 | Sony: 95
Camera & 4K Video Recording Apple: 84 | Sony: 84
CPU Multi-tasking & Speed Apple: 96 | Sony: 96
Gaming & 3D Graphics Stability Apple: 91 | Sony: 91
Battery Capacity & Fast Charge Apple: 59 | Sony: 77
Value for Money & Price Ratio Apple: 62 | Sony: 55

✨ Which Phone Wins Your Use Case?

🎮 Best for High-FPS Gaming
Apple iPhone 16 Pro

Scores 91/100 in sustained GPU gaming frame rate.

📸 Best for Photography & Video
Apple iPhone 16 Pro

Scores 84/100 with higher resolution and low-light optical sensors.

⚡ Battery & Fast Charging King
Sony Xperia 1 VIII

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

💰 Best Price-to-Performance Value
Apple iPhone 16 Pro

Scores 62/100 delivering maximum features per currency unit.

📡 Pakistan 4G LTE & 5G Ready Carrier Compatibility

Official network frequency check for Jazz, Zong, Telenor, and Ufone networks in Pakistan.

Jazz 4G LTE Full Support
Band 1 (2100MHz), Band 3 (1800MHz), Band 8
Zong 4G LTE Full Support
Band 1 (2100MHz), Band 3 (1800MHz)
Telenor Pakistan Full Support
Band 5 (850MHz) / Band 3 (1800MHz)
Ufone 4G Full Support
Band 3 (1800MHz) / Band 8 (900MHz)
PTA DIRBS Verification Tip: Both devices can be verified for legal IMEI registration by sending SMS with 15-digit IMEI to 8484 or checking on dirbs.pta.gov.pk before completing purchase.

Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII Key Specifications Comparison

Specification Apple iPhone 16 Pro Sony Xperia 1 VIII
Starting Verified Price Rs 283,999
at PriceOye & Retail Stores Advantage
Rs 596,999
at PriceOye & Retail Stores
Display & Refresh Rate 6.3 inches (97.2 cm2), LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120 Hz 6.5 inches (16.51 cm), LTPO OLED, 120 Hz
Display Resolution 1206x2622 px (FHD+) 1080x2340 px (FHD+)
Processor / Chipset Apple A18 Pro Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
RAM & Internal Storage 8 GB RAM | 128 GB Storage 12 GB RAM | 512 GB Storage
Rear Primary Camera 48 MP, f/1.8, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 12 MP, f/2.8, Periscope Telephoto Camera, 48 MP, f/2.2, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera 48 MP, f/1.9, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 48 MP, f/2.8, Periscope Telephoto Camera, 48 MP, f/2.0, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera
Front Selfie Camera 12 MP f/1.9, Wide Angle, Primary Camera 12 MP, f/2.0, Wide Angle, Primary Camera
Battery & Fast Charging 3582 mAh - Fast, 20W: 50 % in 30 minutes 5000 mAh - 30W wired Advantage
5G Network Support 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Operating System iOS v18 Android v16
Build, Weight & Protection 199 grams, Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), titanium frame (grade 5), IP68 200 grams, Back: Glass, IPX5/IPX8

Frequently Asked Questions: Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII

Which phone is better, Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Sony Xperia 1 VIII?

Both Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Sony Xperia 1 VIII have distinct advantages in Pakistan. Apple iPhone 16 Pro starts from Rs 283,999, whereas Sony Xperia 1 VIII starts from Rs 596,999. Apple iPhone 16 Pro offers better value for money by being Rs 313,000 cheaper. Review the side-by-side camera, display, and battery specs table above to decide.

What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Sony Xperia 1 VIII in Pakistan?

In Pakistan, Apple iPhone 16 Pro is priced about Rs 313,000 lower than Sony Xperia 1 VIII based on verified market listings tracked daily on PriceCR.

Which has a better camera and battery, Apple iPhone 16 Pro or Sony Xperia 1 VIII?

Apple iPhone 16 Pro features 48 MP, f/1.8, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 12 MP, f/2.8, Periscope Telephoto Camera, 48 MP, f/2.2, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera with a 3582 mAh. On the other hand, Sony Xperia 1 VIII comes with 48 MP, f/1.9, Wide Angle, Primary Camera, 48 MP, f/2.8, Periscope Telephoto Camera, 48 MP, f/2.0, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera and a 5000 mAh. Check the comparison table for sensor details.