Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Samsung Galaxy A16 5G

Our verdict: When it comes to contract value, the Samsung Galaxy A16 wins — it's £192.26 less than the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G overall. If you'd rather buy outright, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G starts at £114.99 SIM-free.

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 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Storage
128GB 128GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
N/A 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
164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm
Weight
200 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated Not rated
Contracts
£9.99/mo (£5.00 upfront) £38.00/mo (£1.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£115.00 £114.99
Samsung Galaxy A16 Samsung Galaxy A16 Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
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 13 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity N/A 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 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm
Weight 200 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance Not rated Not rated
Contracts £9.99/mo
£5.00 upfront
£38.00/mo
£1.00 upfront
SIM-free £115.00 £114.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy A16 or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A16 is cheaper on contract at £265.62 over the life of the deal from £9.99 per month with £5.00 upfront.

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

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 or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 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.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy A16 or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £114.99.

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

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

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

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (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 A16 or Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?

They weigh about the same (200 grams vs 200 grams), both are similar in overall footprint.

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

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

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

Both phones run Android.