Samsung Galaxy A15 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A16 5G

Our verdict: It's a split on display: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has the bigger 6.7" panel, but the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is denser at 396 PPI.

Screen
6.5" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
396 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Storage
128GB 128GB
OS
Android 14 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
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
160.1 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm
Weight
200 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated Not rated
Contracts
£38.00/mo (£1.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£139.00
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G Samsung Galaxy A15 5G Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
Screen 6.5" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 396 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android 14 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 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 160.1 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm
Weight 200 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance Not rated Not rated
Contracts £38.00/mo
£1.00 upfront
SIM-free £139.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G has the sharper display at 396 pixels per inch versus 385, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A15 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.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G and Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G and Samsung Galaxy A16 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G uses the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is the more portable of the two — they weigh about the same (200 grams vs 200 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 160.1 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

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

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G and Samsung Galaxy A16 5G run?

The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G runs Android 14 and the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.