Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A37
Our verdict: Water protection goes to the Samsung Galaxy A37 with its superior IP68 rating. SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G comes in at £119.00 — the lower starting price of the two. You get more storage flexibility with the Samsung Galaxy A37, which comes in 2 variants.
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Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
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Samsung Galaxy A37
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| Expert Rating | 3.5 5 reviews |
3.7 4 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 13 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) | Exynos 1480 (4 nm) |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android | Android 16 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-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/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm | 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 200 grams | 196 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP54 | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts | — |
£14.99/mo
£49.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £119.00 | £349.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy A37?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 385 pixels per inch, and both use Super AMOLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 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 A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £119.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Samsung Galaxy A37 use?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A37 uses the Exynos 1480 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 is the more portable of the two — it's 4g lighter at 196 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm, and is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is rated IP54, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Samsung Galaxy A37 run?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy A37 runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.