Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Samsung Galaxy A41

Our verdict: It depends what you value in a screen — the Samsung Galaxy A16 offers 6.7" but the Samsung Galaxy A41 counters with 431 PPI. Snap-happy users may prefer the Samsung Galaxy A16 and its 50MP rear camera. Front-camera quality goes to the Samsung Galaxy A16 at 13MP. You'll barely notice the Samsung Galaxy A41 in your pocket at 152g.

Screen
6.7" 6.1"
Display
Super AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
385 431
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65
Storage
128GB 64GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Standard SIM
Connectivity
N/A Up to 4G
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 149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm
Weight
200 grams 152 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated Not rated
Contracts
£9.99/mo (£5.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£115.00 £109.99
Samsung Galaxy A16 Samsung Galaxy A16 Samsung Galaxy A41 Samsung Galaxy A41
Screen 6.7" 6.1"
Display Super AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 385 431
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65
Storage 128GB 64GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Standard SIM
Connectivity N/A Up to 4G
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 149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm
Weight 200 grams 152 grams
Water Resistance Not rated Not rated
Contracts £9.99/mo
£5.00 upfront
SIM-free £115.00 £109.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A16 or Samsung Galaxy A41?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A41's 6.1", the Samsung Galaxy A41 has the sharper display at 431 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A16 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A41 has a AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A16 or Samsung Galaxy A41?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A41 has a 48 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 A41?

The Samsung Galaxy A41 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £109.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A16 and Samsung Galaxy A41?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A41 comes in 64GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A16 and Samsung Galaxy A41 use?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A41 uses the Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A16 or Samsung Galaxy A41?

The Samsung Galaxy A41 is the more portable of the two — it's 48g lighter at 152 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 149.9 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A16 or Samsung Galaxy A41?

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

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A16 and Samsung Galaxy A41 run?

Both phones run Android.