OPPO A 6x 4G vs Samsung Galaxy A16

Our Verdict: Samsung Galaxy A16 and OPPO A 6x 4G suit different priorities. The Samsung is stronger for display quality, helped by a sharper 385 PPI display, its Super AMOLED panel, and a higher-resolution 50MP rear camera, while the OPPO is better suited to a larger 6,500 mAh battery and a 4.0/5 expert-review average from 6 reviews. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Choose the Samsung for display quality; choose the OPPO if battery size matters more.

The A5 2020 6x 4G is the cheaper one to own: around £261 over a typical contract, £20 less than the A16.

Expert Rating
4.0
6 reviews
3.4
3 reviews
Screen
6.75" 6.7"
Display
IPS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution
720 x 1570 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
256 385
Rear Camera
13 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
5 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 685 (6 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Battery
6,500 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
128GB 128GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G N/A
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
166.6 x 78.5 x 8.6 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm
Weight
210 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP54
Contracts
£8.99/mo (£9.00 upfront) £9.99/mo (£5.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£117.00 £119.00
OPPO A 6x 4G OPPO A 6x 4G Samsung Galaxy A16 Samsung Galaxy A16
Expert Rating 4.0
6 reviews
3.4
3 reviews
Screen 6.75" 6.7"
Display IPS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution 720 x 1570 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 256 385
Rear Camera 13 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 5 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 685 (6 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Battery 6,500 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G N/A
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 166.6 x 78.5 x 8.6 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm
Weight 210 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP54
Contracts £8.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
£9.99/mo
£5.00 upfront
SIM-free £117.00 £119.00
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

OPPO A 6x 4G
OPPO A 6x 4G

24 Months

128GB

Ice Blue

25GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£8.99 per month, £9 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy A16
Samsung Galaxy A16

24 Months

128GB

Green

25GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£9.99 per month, £5 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the OPPO A 6x 4G or Samsung Galaxy A16 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the OPPO A 6x 4G is cheaper on contract at £260.76 over the life of the deal from £8.99 per month with £9.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the OPPO A 6x 4G or Samsung Galaxy A16?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the Samsung Galaxy A16 has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 256, and the OPPO A 6x 4G uses a IPS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A16 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the OPPO A 6x 4G or Samsung Galaxy A16?

The OPPO A 6x 4G features a 13 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 OPPO A 6x 4G or Samsung Galaxy A16?

The OPPO A 6x 4G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £117.00.

What storage options are available for the OPPO A 6x 4G and Samsung Galaxy A16?

The OPPO A 6x 4G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the OPPO A 6x 4G and Samsung Galaxy A16 use?

The OPPO A 6x 4G is powered by the Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 685 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A16 uses the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the OPPO A 6x 4G or Samsung Galaxy A16?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is the more portable of the two: it's 10g lighter at 200 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm, and is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the OPPO A 6x 4G or Samsung Galaxy A16?

The OPPO A 6x 4G is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Samsung Galaxy A16 is rated IP54.

What operating system do the OPPO A 6x 4G and Samsung Galaxy A16 run?

Both phones run Android.