Samsung Galaxy A13 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A16 5G

Our verdict: For screen quality, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G leads with a 6.7" display and 385 PPI density. For video calls and selfies, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G offers a 13MP front camera. You'll barely notice the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G in your pocket at 195g. If contracts aren't your thing, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G at £104.99 SIM-free is the cheaper buy.

Screen
6.5" 6.7"
Display
PLS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution
720 x 1600 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
270 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
5 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
MediaTek MT6833 Dimensity 700 Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Storage
64GB 128GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
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
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
164.5 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm
Weight
195 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated Not rated
Contracts
£38.00/mo (£1.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£134.99 £104.99
Samsung Galaxy A13 5G Samsung Galaxy A13 5G Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
Screen 6.5" 6.7"
Display PLS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution 720 x 1600 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 270 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 5 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset MediaTek MT6833 Dimensity 700 Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Storage 64GB 128GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type 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 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 164.5 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm
Weight 195 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance Not rated Not rated
Contracts £38.00/mo
£1.00 upfront
SIM-free £134.99 £104.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 270, and the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G uses a PLS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 5G 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.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £104.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G and Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 5G is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G and Samsung Galaxy A16 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 5G is powered by the MediaTek MT6833 Dimensity 700, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G uses the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 5G is the more portable of the two — it's 5g lighter at 195 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 164.5 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G and Samsung Galaxy A16 5G run?

Both phones run Android.