Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE

Our Verdict: Samsung Galaxy A16 is the easier recommendation for a lower current starting price, about £104 versus £445, while Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE answers with broader contract availability. Samsung Galaxy A16 is currently cheaper to buy outright by roughly £341. Samsung Galaxy A16 lists the larger battery capacity at 5000mAh. The better buy is the Samsung Galaxy A16 for keeping the upfront or SIM-free spend lower; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is the better match if its extra hardware advantages line up with how you use your phone.

The A16 is the cheaper one to own: around £277 over a typical contract, £415 less than the Z Flip7 FE.

Expert Rating
3.4
3 reviews
3.3
10 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch
385 401
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
13 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Exynos 2400 (4 nm)
Battery
5,000 mAh 4,000 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, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
Weight
200 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance
IP54 IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£9.99/mo (£5.00 upfront) £13.00/mo (£365.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£137.00 £439.99

Prices updated 26 July 2026

Samsung Galaxy A16 Samsung Galaxy A16 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE
Expert Rating 3.4
3 reviews
3.3
10 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2460
Pixels Per Inch 385 401
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 13 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Exynos 2400 (4 nm)
Battery 5,000 mAh 4,000 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, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
Weight 200 grams 187 grams
Water Resistance IP54 IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £9.99/mo
£5.00 upfront
£13.00/mo
£365.00 upfront
SIM-free £137.00 £439.99
Prices updated 26 July 2026
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Samsung Galaxy A16
Samsung Galaxy A16

24 Months

128GB

Black

25GB

Data

£9.99 per month, £5 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE

24 Months

128GB

Black

100GB

Data

£13 per month, £365 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy A16 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A16 is cheaper on contract at £277.16 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 Z Flip7 FE?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE has the sharper display at 401 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A16 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A16 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 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 Z Flip7 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £137.00.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A16 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A16 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE use?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE uses the Exynos 2400 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A16 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is the more portable of the two: it's 13g lighter at 187 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm, and is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A16 or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is rated IP54, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A16 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE run?

Both phones run Android.