Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S10e

Our verdict: Screen size goes to the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G at 6.7", while the Samsung Galaxy S10e wins on sharpness with 435 PPI. Keen photographers will appreciate the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and its 50MP main camera. Day-to-day comfort favours the Samsung Galaxy S10e at 150g. For water protection, the Samsung Galaxy S10e leads with an IP68 rating.

Screen
6.7" 5.8"
Display
Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2280
Pixels Per Inch
385 435
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Exynos 9820 Octa
Storage
128GB 128GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Yes
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X
Dimensions
164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm 142.5 x 70.5 x 7.9 mm
Weight
200 grams 150 grams
Water Resistance
IP54 IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
SIM-free
£129.99 £104.99
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Samsung Galaxy S10e Samsung Galaxy S10e
Screen 6.7" 5.8"
Display Super AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2280
Pixels Per Inch 385 435
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Exynos 9820 Octa
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Yes
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X
Dimensions 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm 142.5 x 70.5 x 7.9 mm
Weight 200 grams 150 grams
Water Resistance IP54 IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
SIM-free £129.99 £104.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy S10e?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S10e's 5.8", the Samsung Galaxy S10e has the sharper display at 435 pixels per inch versus 385, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy S10e?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S10e has a 16 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 S10e?

The Samsung Galaxy S10e is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £104.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Samsung Galaxy S10e?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S10e comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Samsung Galaxy S10e use?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S10e uses the Exynos 9820 Octa .

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy S10e?

The Samsung Galaxy S10e is the more portable of the two — it's 50g lighter at 150 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 142.5 x 70.5 x 7.9 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy S10e?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is rated IP54, while the Samsung Galaxy S10e is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Samsung Galaxy S10e run?

Both phones run Android.