Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
Released October 2024
Display
6.7 inches
Chip
Exynos 1330
Camera
50 MP
Battery
5000 mAh
Overview & Key Details
Experience long-term reliability with the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G, a budget-friendly powerhouse built to last. It features a vibrant 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with a fluid 90Hz refresh rate, perfect for immersive streaming. Powered by a capable octa-core processor, the device ensures smooth daily performance and 5G connectivity. Capture life’s moments with the versatile 50MP triple-camera system, and enjoy all-day power thanks to the massive 5000mAh battery with 25W fast charging support. Best of all, Samsung supports the A16 5G with an industry-leading commitment of 6 generations of OS upgrades and 6 years of security updates, keeping your phone future-ready through 2030.
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 66, 71 - International |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE-A, 5G |
Display
| Size | 6.7 inches, 110.2 cm² (~86.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~385 ppi density) |
| Type | Super AMOLED |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz |
| Brightness | 800 nits (HBM) |
| Protection | Moleds level |
Performance
| Chipset | Exynos 1330 (5 nm) or Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 + 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) or Octa-core (2/2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 + 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G68 MP4 or Mali-G57 MC2 |
| RAM | 6GB, 8GB |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB |
| Expandable | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
Main Camera
| Main Camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, AF |
| Main Camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, AF |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm |
| Main Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Main Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
Selfie Camera
| Selfie Camera | 13 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm |
| Selfie Camera | 13 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm |
| Selfie Video | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
| Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Wired Charging | 25W wired |
| Wireless | No |
| Reverse Charging | No |
Body
| Dimensions | 164.3 x 74.7 x 7.9 mm (6.47 x 2.94 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight | 200 g (7.05 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Water Resistance | IP54 dust protected and water resistant (water splashes) |
Features & Connectivity
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| Biometrics | Fingerprint (side-mounted) |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, compass, Virtual proximity sensing |
Audio
| Audio | Yes |
| 3.5mm Jack | No |
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Highlights
- Flagship-Grade Software Support
- Stunning Display at a Budget Price
- Improved Everyday Durability
Trade-offs
- Sluggish Real-World Performance
- Outdated Display Design & 90Hz Lock
- Disappointing Audio & Charging Pack-ins
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