Samsung Galaxy A13 vs Samsung Galaxy A16

Our verdict: You'll get more screen real estate from the Samsung Galaxy A16 at 6.7", though the Samsung Galaxy A13 is crisper at 400 PPI. For video calls and selfies, the Samsung Galaxy A16 offers a 13MP front camera. If weight matters, the Samsung Galaxy A13 is easier to pocket at 195g. If contracts aren't your thing, the Samsung Galaxy A13 at £86.99 SIM-free is the cheaper buy.

Screen
6.6" 6.7"
Display
TFT Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2408 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
400 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 850 Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Storage
64GB 128GB
OS
Android 12 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 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
165.1 x 76.4 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
£9.99/mo (£5.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£86.99 £115.00
Samsung Galaxy A13 Samsung Galaxy A13 Samsung Galaxy A16 Samsung Galaxy A16
Screen 6.6" 6.7"
Display TFT Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2408 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 400 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 850 Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Storage 64GB 128GB
OS Android 12 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 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 165.1 x 76.4 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 £9.99/mo
£5.00 upfront
SIM-free £86.99 £115.00
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Samsung Galaxy A16 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A13's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy A13 has the sharper display at 400 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A13 uses a TFT panel while the Samsung Galaxy A16 has a Super AMOLED.

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

The Samsung Galaxy A13 features a 50 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 Samsung Galaxy A13 or Samsung Galaxy A16?

The Samsung Galaxy A13 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £86.99.

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

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

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

The Samsung Galaxy A13 is powered by the Exynos 850, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 uses the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm).

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

The Samsung Galaxy A13 is the more portable of the two — it's 5g lighter at 195 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 165.1 x 76.4 x 8.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A16 is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.

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

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

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

The Samsung Galaxy A13 runs Android 12 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.