Samsung Galaxy A14 vs Samsung Galaxy A16

Our verdict: Display is a trade-off — 6.7" on the Samsung Galaxy A16 versus 400 PPI on the Samsung Galaxy A14. If you'd rather buy outright, the Samsung Galaxy A14 starts at £89.95 SIM-free.

Screen
6.6" 6.7"
Display
PLS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2408 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
400 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek MT6769 Helio G80 (12 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Storage
64GB 128GB
OS
Android 13 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
5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
167.7 x 78 x 9.1 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm
Weight
201 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated Not rated
Contracts
£9.99/mo (£5.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£89.95 £115.00
Samsung Galaxy A14 Samsung Galaxy A14 Samsung Galaxy A16 Samsung Galaxy A16
Screen 6.6" 6.7"
Display PLS LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2408 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 400 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek MT6769 Helio G80 (12 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Storage 64GB 128GB
OS Android 13 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 5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 167.7 x 78 x 9.1 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm
Weight 201 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance Not rated Not rated
Contracts £9.99/mo
£5.00 upfront
SIM-free £89.95 £115.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A16?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A14's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy A14 has the sharper display at 400 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A14 uses a PLS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A16 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A16?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 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 A14 or Samsung Galaxy A16?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £89.95.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A14 and Samsung Galaxy A16?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A14 and Samsung Galaxy A16 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 is powered by the Mediatek MT6769 Helio G80 (12 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A16 uses the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A16?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is the more portable of the two — they weigh about the same (201 grams vs 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 Samsung Galaxy A14 or Samsung Galaxy A16?

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

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A14 and Samsung Galaxy A16 run?

The Samsung Galaxy A14 runs Android 13 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.