Samsung Galaxy A16 (4GB + 128GB) review. Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartphones and if it's worth buying.
Overall score
What it is: An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score components:
90.0%
Technical Score
10.0%
User score
Technical Score
What it is: An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters: When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score components:
25.0%
Performance & Hardware
18.0%
Camera
15.0%
Display
15.0%
Battery
10.0%
Software
10.0%
Connectivity
4.0%
Audio
3.0%
Design
User score
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters: When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score components:
70.0%
User reviews
30.0%
Popularity
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.
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#222 in Best Smartphones Under £200
#348 in Best Smartphones Under £250
#436 in Best Value Smartphones
#447 in Best Smartphones Under £300
#575 in Best Smartphones Under £400
#648 in Best Smartphones Under £500
#702 in Best Battery Life Smartphones
#727 in Best Large-Screen Smartphones
#799 in Best NFC Smartphones
#830 in Best Android Smartphones
#875 in Best AI Smartphones
#878 in Best Smartphones
What it is: An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters: When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score components:
25.0%
Performance & Hardware
18.0%
Camera
15.0%
Display
15.0%
Battery
10.0%
Software
10.0%
Connectivity
4.0%
Audio
3.0%
Design
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters: When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score components:
70.0%
User reviews
30.0%
Popularity
What it is: An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters: When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score components:
60.0%
Overall score
40.0%
Price
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The Senior List identifies Samsung phones as ideal for seniors, highlighting the "Easy Mode" feature, which offers a simplified interface with larger icons and high contrast for users with vision or dexterity challenges. The guide recommends the Galaxy S24 for all-around performance, the A16 5G for budget-conscious users, and the Z Fold7 for its large display, with pros including...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is a budget-friendly Android device featuring a 6.7-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED display, an IP54 rating, and eSIM support, according to the PCMag Middle East review. Key pros include a remarkable six-year software update guarantee, solid 5,000mAh battery life, and competent 50MP camera performance for its price point. However, cons include performance...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A16 is positioned as a reliable, entry-level smartphone under $200, notable for its 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display and improved durability with an IP54 rating. Key compromises include only 4GB of RAM in the US model, leading to performance stuttering during multitasking, although the Exynos 1330 chipset handles basic daily tasks adequately. A major advantage is...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A16 is highlighted as a top budget contender, offering a 6.7-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED display and six years of support for under $200. While featuring a reliable 5,000mAh battery, the device in the US is limited by 4GB of RAM and the Exynos 1330 chipset, leading to performance stutter and aggressive app closing. Ultimately, the review justifies the purchase for...Read more
Consumer Reports describes the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G as a good budget option with pros including an excellent 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate, physical durability, and a six-year software update commitment. Cons include performance limitations, struggles in low-light photography, and the absence of stereo speakers, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and an adaptive...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A16 4G is presented as a durable budget phone prioritizing longevity, notable for Samsung's promise of six major OS updates. It features a new 6.7-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED display with 808 nits peak brightness and an IP54 rating, but performance and multimedia hardware remain similar to its predecessor, lacking stereo speakers and a 3.5mm jack. While its 5,000mAh...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A16 4G features a 6.7-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED display reaching 808 nits, a significant upgrade to IP54 dust and splash resistance, and surprisingly smooth performance from the MediaTek Helio G99 chipset. Key advantages include exceptional battery life with a 5,000mAh capacity lasting over 14 hours, alongside an impressive six years of software support. However, the...Read more
PCMag awarded the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G an Editors' Choice, naming it the top Android phone under $200 for balancing features and affordability. The phone's pros include a vibrant 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display, solid battery life, IP54 splash resistance, and six years of software support, while cons are a plastic build, sluggish performance during demanding tasks, a single speaker,...Read more
According to a PhoneArena review, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G stands out in the budget segment due to its strong software support policy and quality Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate. Key pros include six years of software and security updates, solid battery life, and capable main and ultrawide cameras, while significant cons are sluggish performance with noticeable...Read more
The Tech Advisor review describes the Samsung Galaxy A16 as a "well-built budget phone" with strong points in its vibrant 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display, large 5,000mAh battery offering up to two days of use, and a standout promise of six years of Android updates. However, it notes significant performance compromises due to the MediaTek Helio G99 or Exynos 1330 chipsets and only 4GB...Read more
The Senior List identifies Samsung phones as ideal for seniors, highlighting the "Easy Mode" feature, which offers a simplified interface with larger icons and high contrast for users with vision or dexterity challenges. The guide recommends the Galaxy S24 for all-around performance, the A16 5G for budget-conscious users, and the Z Fold7 for its large display, with pros including...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is a budget-friendly Android device featuring a 6.7-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED display, an IP54 rating, and eSIM support, according to the PCMag Middle East review. Key pros include a remarkable six-year software update guarantee, solid 5,000mAh battery life, and competent 50MP camera performance for its price point. However, cons include performance...Read more
The PC-Welt review highlights the Samsung Galaxy A16 as a budget-friendly device prioritizing a quality 6.7-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED display and exceptional longevity through six years of software support. Key advantages include a slim 7.9mm design with IP54 certification, a dependable 5,000 mAh battery lasting up to two days, and solid daily performance from its processor. However,...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A16 features a high-quality 6.7-inch OLED display with 90 Hz refresh rate and offers exceptional longevity with six years of software updates. The device boasts a 5,000 mAh battery with long runtimes and includes IP54 splash resistance, although it lacks stereo speakers, a 3.5mm jack, and 4K recording capabilities. Performance is limited by a budget chipset...Read more
The PC-WELT review of the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G highlights a "secure and solid" budget smartphone that emphasizes longevity with an unprecedented six years of software and security updates. Key features include a vibrant 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display (90Hz, 800 nits) and a 5,000 mAh battery that comfortably lasts up to two days, with 25W charging supported. While the Exynos 1330...Read more
The PC-Welt review highlights the Samsung Galaxy A16 as a budget-friendly device prioritizing a quality 6.7-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED display and exceptional longevity through six years of software support. Key advantages include a slim 7.9mm design with IP54 certification, a dependable 5,000 mAh battery lasting up to two days, and solid daily performance from its processor. However,...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A16 features a high-quality 6.7-inch OLED display with 90 Hz refresh rate and offers exceptional longevity with six years of software updates. The device boasts a 5,000 mAh battery with long runtimes and includes IP54 splash resistance, although it lacks stereo speakers, a 3.5mm jack, and 4K recording capabilities. Performance is limited by a budget chipset...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is characterized by exceptional software longevity in the entry-level segment, offering an updated, slimmer design with an IP54 rating and a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED screen, note Les Numériques. While the device guarantees six years of updates and boasts strong one-to-two-day battery life, it is hindered by average Exynos 1330 performance, the lack of stereo...Read more
The Capital.fr review identifies the Samsung Galaxy A15 4G as a top sub-160 euro, budget-friendly option featuring a refined design, a vibrant 6.5-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED display, and a 5,000mAh battery offering up to two days of life. While the 50MP main camera performs well, the 5MP ultra-wide and 2MP macro sensors are considered poor, and the MediaTek Helio G99 processor with 4GB...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G review by Capital highlights a budget device with an impressive 6.7-inch 90Hz AMOLED display and a 6-year software update promise, though it suffers from performance lag due to limited RAM. While the 5,000mAh battery offers good endurance, the 25W charging is slow, and the camera system suffers from poor-quality secondary lenses, despite a decent 50MP main...Read more
The Clubic review highlights the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G as a strong, budget-friendly contender, featuring a vibrant 6.7-inch Super AMOLED 90Hz display and, notably, an IP54 rating for improved durability. While praised for its longevity, the device is limited by 4GB of RAM and an Exynos 1330 processor that can feel sluggish under pressure, alongside the removal of the 3.5mm headphone...Read more
The CNET France review highlights the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G as an entry-level smartphone prioritizing a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display and exceptional longevity. Key pros include six years of promised software updates, an improved IP54 rating, and a bright 90Hz screen. However, cons include a dated design with thick bezels, a 5,000 mAh battery with shorter stamina than its...Read more
Jan Johannsen’s review on Galaxus characterizes the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G as a robust entry-level device, highlighting a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display and exceptional six-year software support as primary strengths. While the design feels high-quality and includes IP54 splash protection, performance is a major drawback, with the Exynos 1330 chipset and 4GB of RAM causing...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is characterized by exceptional software longevity in the entry-level segment, offering an updated, slimmer design with an IP54 rating and a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED screen, note Les Numériques. While the device guarantees six years of updates and boasts strong one-to-two-day battery life, it is hindered by average Exynos 1330 performance, the lack of stereo...Read more
The Capital.fr review identifies the Samsung Galaxy A15 4G as a top sub-160 euro, budget-friendly option featuring a refined design, a vibrant 6.5-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED display, and a 5,000mAh battery offering up to two days of life. While the 50MP main camera performs well, the 5MP ultra-wide and 2MP macro sensors are considered poor, and the MediaTek Helio G99 processor with 4GB...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is a budget-focused device, distinguished by its 6.7-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED display and a market-leading commitment to six years of software and security updates. It offers solid daily performance, though it may struggle with demanding tasks due to limited RAM in the base model, according to reviews. Key pros include an IP54 rating and reliable battery...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G, priced under 200 euros, delivers a balanced entry-level experience defined by its vibrant 6.5-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED display and excellent battery life. Key advantages include long-term software support (four years of updates) and practical features like a 3.5mm headphone jack and microSD expansion, though performance is limited by the MediaTek Dimensity...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is a budget-focused device, distinguished by its 6.7-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED display and a market-leading commitment to six years of software and security updates. It offers solid daily performance, though it may struggle with demanding tasks due to limited RAM in the base model, according to reviews. Key pros include an IP54 rating and reliable battery...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G, priced under 200 euros, delivers a balanced entry-level experience defined by its vibrant 6.5-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED display and excellent battery life. Key advantages include long-term software support (four years of updates) and practical features like a 3.5mm headphone jack and microSD expansion, though performance is limited by the MediaTek Dimensity...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a budget smartphone prioritizing a 6.7-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED display, excellent 5,000 mAh battery life, an IP54 rating, and an industry-leading six years of software support. Performance drawbacks include an older processor that can cause lag, the removal of the 3.5mm headphone jack, and subpar mono audio. While the 50MP main camera takes decent daylight...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G stands out in the budget segment primarily for its exceptional software support, offering six years of Android OS and security updates. While this longevity is a major pro, the review highlights that the aging Exynos 1330 chipset may struggle with future software demands. Key physical advantages include a vibrant 6.7-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED screen and a...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a budget-friendly device distinguished by an industry-leading six-year update policy, ensuring software support until 2030. It features a bright, 90Hz Super AMOLED display and IP54-rated, albeit plastic, construction. However, performance is hindered by frequent lag and, although the 50MP main camera works well, the secondary lenses are mediocre.
The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a budget smartphone prioritizing a 6.7-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED display, excellent 5,000 mAh battery life, an IP54 rating, and an industry-leading six years of software support. Performance drawbacks include an older processor that can cause lag, the removal of the 3.5mm headphone jack, and subpar mono audio. While the 50MP main camera takes decent daylight...Read more
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G stands out in the budget segment primarily for its exceptional software support, offering six years of Android OS and security updates. While this longevity is a major pro, the review highlights that the aging Exynos 1330 chipset may struggle with future software demands. Key physical advantages include a vibrant 6.7-inch 90Hz Super AMOLED screen and a...Read more
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