{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/infinix-note-50-pro-plus-vs-samsung-galaxy-a36/",
    "generated": "2026-08-09T12:20:54+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Infinix Note 50 Pro Plus vs Samsung Galaxy A36",
    "answer": "The Infinix Note 50 Pro Plus is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 87 against 77 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, battery & charging and memory & storage.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Infinix Note 50 Pro Plus",
            "slug": "infinix-note-50-pro-plus",
            "brand": "Infinix",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/infinix/infinix-note-50-pro-plus/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-10-2026-11_54_46-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 119999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-07-01T06:00:58+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 79.2,
                "camera": 98,
                "battery": 85.7,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 62.5,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 87.3
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "May 2025 (arrived in Pakistan)",
                    "Dimensions": "163.4 × 74.5 × 8.0 mm",
                    "Weight": "209 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP64 Dust Tight & Water Resistant (Water Splashes)"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.78 in",
                    "Resolution": "1080 × 2436 pixels (~393 ppi)",
                    "Panel type": "AMOLED, 144Hz, HDR10+"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Mediatek Dimensity 8350 (4 nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (1×3.35 GHz Cortex-A715 + 3×3.20 GHz Cortex-A715 + 4×2.20 GHz Cortex-A510)",
                    "GPU": "Mali G615-MC6",
                    "Operating system": "Android 15 with XOS 15 skin"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "12 GB (with extended RAM support)",
                    "Internal storage": "256 GB",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP wide (OIS) + 50 MP periscope telephoto (3× optical zoom, OIS) + 8 MP ultra-wide",
                    "Selfie camera": "32 MP wide",
                    "Video recording": "4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fp"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Non-removable Li-Ion ~5200 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "100W wired, 50W wireless MagCharge, reverse wireless"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.4",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint (under-display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass, proximity",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Samsung Galaxy A36",
            "slug": "samsung-galaxy-a36",
            "brand": "Samsung",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/samsung/samsung-galaxy-a36/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-30-2025-10_02_48-AM-683x1024.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 119999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-01-08T05:35:06+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 58.8,
                "camera": 98,
                "battery": 69.6,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 50,
                "value": 87.7,
                "overall": 76.6
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "Mid-to-late March 2025",
                    "Dimensions": "162.6 x 77.9 x 7.4 mm",
                    "Weight": "195 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP67 dust/water resistant"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.7 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1080 x 2340 pixels (~385 ppi)",
                    "Panel type": "Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen 120 Hz",
                    "Protection": "Corning Gorilla Glass 7+"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (4×2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 + 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)",
                    "GPU": "Adreno 710",
                    "Operating system": "Android 15 OS One UI 7"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "8 GB",
                    "Internal storage": "256 GB",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "Triple – 50 MP (wide, PDAF, OIS) + 8 MP (ultrawide) + 5 MP (macro), LED flash",
                    "Selfie camera": "12 MP (wide)",
                    "Video recording": "4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Ion (Lithium-Ion), non-removable 5000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "45W wired fast charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct",
                    "Bluetooth": "Bluetooth v5.3 with A2DP, LE",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "fingerprint accelerometer compass proximity gyro circle_to_search",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "infinix-note-50-pro-plus",
        "margin": 10.7,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "infinix-note-50-pro-plus": 79.2,
                    "samsung-galaxy-a36": 58.8
                },
                "leader": "infinix-note-50-pro-plus"
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "infinix-note-50-pro-plus": 98,
                    "samsung-galaxy-a36": 98
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "infinix-note-50-pro-plus": 85.7,
                    "samsung-galaxy-a36": 69.6
                },
                "leader": "infinix-note-50-pro-plus"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "infinix-note-50-pro-plus": 100,
                    "samsung-galaxy-a36": 100
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "infinix-note-50-pro-plus": 62.5,
                    "samsung-galaxy-a36": 50
                },
                "leader": "infinix-note-50-pro-plus"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "infinix-note-50-pro-plus": 100,
                    "samsung-galaxy-a36": 87.7
                },
                "leader": "infinix-note-50-pro-plus"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Infinix Note 50 Pro Plus packs a 200 mAh larger battery.",
        "Infinix Note 50 Pro Plus charges 55W faster.",
        "Infinix Note 50 Pro Plus offers 4 GB more RAM."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Infinix Note 50 Pro Plus or Samsung Galaxy A36?",
            "answer": "Infinix Note 50 Pro Plus comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 10.7 points. It wins on performance, battery & charging, memory & storage and value for money. Samsung Galaxy A36 can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Infinix Note 50 Pro Plus and Samsung Galaxy A36 in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Infinix Note 50 Pro Plus is listed at PKR 119,999 and Samsung Galaxy A36 at PKR 119,999. That makes Samsung Galaxy A36 cheaper by PKR 0. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Infinix Note 50 Pro Plus or Samsung Galaxy A36?",
            "answer": "Infinix Note 50 Pro Plus leads on battery. Infinix Note 50 Pro Plus carries a 5200 mAh cell and Samsung Galaxy A36 a 5000 mAh cell, with 100W and 45W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Infinix Note 50 Pro Plus or Samsung Galaxy A36?",
            "answer": "Infinix Note 50 Pro Plus is the stronger gaming phone here. Infinix Note 50 Pro Plus runs the Mediatek Dimensity 8350 (4 nm) while Samsung Galaxy A36 runs the Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}