HONOR Magic 8 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy A16
The A16 is the cheaper one to own: around £281 over a typical contract, £106 less than the Magic 8 Lite.
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Prices updated 9 August 2026
HONOR Magic 8 Lite
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Samsung Galaxy A16
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| Expert Rating | 3.8 10 reviews |
3.4 3 reviews |
| Screen | 6.79" | 6.7" |
| Display | AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1200 x 2640 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 427 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 108 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 16 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) |
| Battery | 7,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android 15 | Android |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM + Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | N/A |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight | 189 grams | 200 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes | IP54 |
| Contracts |
£13.00/mo
£55.00 upfront |
£9.99/mo
£5.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £289.99 | £119.00 |
| Prices updated 9 August 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A16 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A16 is cheaper on contract at £280.76 over the life of the deal from £9.99 per month with £5.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A16?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has the sharper display at 427 pixels per inch versus 385, and the HONOR Magic 8 Lite uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A16 has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A16?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A16?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £119.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A16?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 comes in 128GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A16 use?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A16 uses the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A16?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is the more portable of the two: it's 11g lighter at 189 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A16?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 is rated IP54.
What operating system do the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A16 run?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite runs Android 15 and the Samsung Galaxy A16 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.