OPPO A 6 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A16 5G

Our verdict: Neither phone sweeps the display: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is bigger at 6.7" while the OPPO A 6 Pro is sharper at 397 PPI. Video callers will appreciate the OPPO A 6 Pro and its 16MP front camera. Portability goes to the OPPO A 6 Pro at 185g. If splashes worry you, the OPPO A 6 Pro offers the stronger seal at IP68.

Screen
6.57" 6.7"
Display
AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2372 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
397 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM + Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
158.2 x 75 x 8 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm
Weight
185 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP54
Contracts
SIM-free
£124.99
OPPO A 6 Pro OPPO A 6 Pro Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
Screen 6.57" 6.7"
Display AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2372 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 397 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM + Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 158.2 x 75 x 8 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm
Weight 185 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP54
Contracts
SIM-free £124.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the OPPO A 6 Pro's 6.6", the OPPO A 6 Pro has the sharper display at 397 pixels per inch versus 385, and the OPPO A 6 Pro uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

The OPPO A 6 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the OPPO A 6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the OPPO A 6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A16 5G use?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G uses the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is the more portable of the two — it's 15g lighter at 185 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158.2 x 75 x 8 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the OPPO A 6 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

The OPPO A 6 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is rated IP54.

What operating system do the OPPO A 6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A16 5G run?

Both phones run Android.