Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Samsung Galaxy S24 FE

Our Verdict: If you are choosing between Samsung Galaxy S24 FE and Samsung Galaxy A16, display quality is the main reason to lean one way. The S24 FE has its Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, 128GB to 256GB storage, and a 3.9/5 expert-review average from 10 reviews; the A16 mainly responds with its Super AMOLED panel and a lighter 200g body. The S24 FE is the better fit for display quality, while the A16 is the one to consider for portability.

The A16 is the cheaper one to own: around £284 over a typical contract, £292 less than the S24 FE.

Expert Rating
3.4
3 reviews
3.9
10 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
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 2400e (4 nm)
Battery
5,000 mAh 4,700 mAh
Storage
128GB 128GB, 256GB
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/6e
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm 162 x 77.3 x 8 mm
Weight
200 grams 213 grams
Water Resistance
IP54 IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£9.99/mo (£5.00 upfront) £21.99/mo (£19.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£124.99 £249.00
Samsung Galaxy A16 Samsung Galaxy A16 Samsung Galaxy S24 FE Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
Expert Rating 3.4
3 reviews
3.9
10 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
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 2400e (4 nm)
Battery 5,000 mAh 4,700 mAh
Storage 128GB 128GB, 256GB
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/6e
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm 162 x 77.3 x 8 mm
Weight 200 grams 213 grams
Water Resistance IP54 IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £9.99/mo
£5.00 upfront
£21.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
SIM-free £124.99 £249.00
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy A16 or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A16 is cheaper on contract at £284.36 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 S24 FE?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 385 pixels per inch, and the Samsung Galaxy A16 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A16 or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE 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 S24 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £124.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A16 and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A16 and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE use?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE uses the Exynos 2400e (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A16 or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A16 is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is more compact. It's 13g lighter at 200 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is actually the more compact phone at 162 x 77.3 x 8 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A16 or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is rated IP54, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A16 and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE run?

Both phones run Android.