Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A22 5G

Our Verdict: If you are choosing between Samsung Galaxy A22 5G and Samsung Galaxy A16 5G, display quality is the main reason to lean one way. The A16 5G has its Super AMOLED panel, a higher-resolution 13MP front camera, and its IP54 rating; the A22 5G mainly responds with a 6.6-inch TFT display at 399 PPI, a 48MP rear camera, and an 8MP front camera. The A16 5G is the better fit for display quality, while the A22 5G is the one to consider for simplicity.
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Expert Rating
3.5
9 reviews 3.4
8 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.6"
Display
Super AMOLED TFT
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
385 399
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) MediaTek MT6833
Battery
5,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
128GB 64GB, 128GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano 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 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm 167.2 x 76.4 x 9 mm
Weight
200 grams 203 grams
Water Resistance
IP54 Not rated
Contracts
- -
SIM-free
- £124.99
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Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Samsung Galaxy A22 5G Samsung Galaxy A22 5G
Expert Rating 3.5
9 reviews		 3.4
8 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.6"
Display Super AMOLED TFT
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 385 399
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) MediaTek MT6833
Battery 5,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 128GB 64GB, 128GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano 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 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm 167.2 x 76.4 x 9 mm
Weight 200 grams 203 grams
Water Resistance IP54 Not rated
Contracts - -
SIM-free - £124.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy A22 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G has the sharper display at 399 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G has a TFT.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy A22 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Samsung Galaxy A22 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G comes in 64GB, 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Samsung Galaxy A22 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G uses the MediaTek MT6833.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy A22 5G?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G is more compact. It's 3g lighter at 200 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G is actually the more compact phone at 167.2 x 76.4 x 9 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy A22 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is rated IP54, while the Samsung Galaxy A22 5G is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Samsung Galaxy A22 5G run?

Both phones run Android.