OPPO A 6 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A16 5G

Our Verdict: If you are choosing between Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and OPPO A 6 Pro, portability is the main reason to lean one way. The OPPO has its AMOLED panel, a larger 7,000 mAh battery, and a lighter 185g body; the Samsung mainly responds with its Super AMOLED panel. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The OPPO is the better fit for portability, while the Samsung is the one to consider for display quality.
OPPO A 6 Pro OPPO A 6 Pro vs 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)
Battery
7,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
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
£9.99/mo (£99.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
£247.00 -
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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)
Battery 7,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
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 £9.99/mo
£99.00 upfront 		-
SIM-free £247.00 -
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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.