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Samsung Galaxy A16

Samsung Galaxy A16
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
The front portion of a Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
BrandSamsung Galaxy
ManufacturerSamsung Electronics
TypeSmartphone
SeriesSamsung Galaxy A series
First releasedOctober 7, 2024; 10 months ago (2024-10-07)
PredecessorSamsung Galaxy A15
SuccessorSamsung Galaxy A17
RelatedSamsung Galaxy A06
Samsung Galaxy A26 5G
Samsung Galaxy A36 5G
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G
Compatible networksA16: 2G / 3G / 4G LTE
A16 5G: 2G / 3G / 4G LTE / 5G NR
Form factorSlate
Dimensions164.4 mm (6.47 in) H
77.9 mm (3.07 in) W
7.9 mm (0.31 in) D
Weight200 g (7.1 oz)
Operating system
System-on-chipA16: Mediatek Helio G99 (6nm)
A16 5G: Exynos 1330 (5 nm), Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) or Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G68 MP2, Mali-G57 MC2
Memory4, 6, 8 GB
Storage128, 256 GB
SIMNano-SIM
Battery5000 mAh
Charging25 W Super Fast Charging (Charger not included in box)
Rear camera
  • 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.76",
  • 0.64 µm, AF
  • 5 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide),
  • 1/5.0", 1.12µm
  • 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
  • LED flash, panorama, HDR
  • 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Front camera
  • 13 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
  • 1080p@30fps
Display6.7 in (170 mm)
1080 x 2340 px resolution, 19.5:9 ratio (~396 ppi density)
Super AMOLED, 90Hz, 800 nits (HBM)
Soundmono speaker
ConnectivityWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE
Data inputs
Water resistanceIP54
References[1]

The Samsung Galaxy A16 and Samsung Galaxy A16 5G are Android mid-range smartphones developed by Samsung in 2024.[2][3][4] Being announced on October 7, 2024, it was released in Europe on October 25.[5] It was only made available in the United States after three months, in January 2025.[6] It has 4 GB, 6 GB, and 8 GB RAM options along with 128 GB/256 GB storage options. It is set to receive six generation updates in a span of six years, eventually ceasing to receive updates in October 2030. The phone is part of the Galaxy A series.

Specifications

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Hardware

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The Galaxy A16 has a 50MP wide back camera, 5MP ultrawide back camera and 2MP macro back camera and 13MP front camera.[7][8][9]

The 4G variant of the A16 comes with the MediaTek Helio G99 system-on-chip as with the previous model, while the 5G variants sport either a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 or Samsung's own Exynos 1330 system-on-chip depending on the region.[7][8][10]

Both the Galaxy A16 and the A16 5G have a 5000 mAh battery and support 25 W fast charging.[7][8][10]

The Galaxy A16 and the A16 5G have a 6.7" Super AMOLED display with 90 Hz refresh rate.[7][8][11]

The Galaxy A16 and the A16 5G have a 128 GB/256 GB storage which has UFS 2.2 storage type and has 4 GB/6 GB/8 GB RAM depending on the region and microSDXC SD card slot.[7][8]

Software

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The Galaxy A16 and the A16 5G initially came with Android 14 and One UI 6.1. It can receive upgrades up to six android operating systems, lasting until October 2030.[12][13]

Software lifecycle

At the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona in March 1, 2025, the new A16 alongside a selection of other mid-range Samsung Galaxy devices above the A0x/F0x/M0x line, was announced to receive six years of OS and security updates.[14]

Reception

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Sales

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According to Counterpoint Research, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G was the world's best selling Android smartphone in Q1 2025.[15] Counterpoint says it saw a 17% increase in sales over the Galaxy A15 5G from the year before.

References

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  1. ^ "Samsung Introduces the Galaxy A16 Series, Featuring Two New Devices". news.samsung.com. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  2. ^ Vlad. "Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and A16 4G prices tipped". GSMArena.com. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  3. ^ "Samsung Galaxy A16 4G review". GSMArena.com. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  4. ^ "Samsung Galaxy A16 5G review". GSMArena.com. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  5. ^ "Samsung Introduces the Galaxy A16 Series, Featuring Two New Devices". news.samsung.com. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  6. ^ "Galaxy A16 and A16 5G are the cheapest phones with this feature". Tech Advisor. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  7. ^ a b c d e "Samsung Galaxy A16 - Full phone specifications". m.gsmarena.com. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  8. ^ a b c d e "Samsung Galaxy A16 5G - Full phone specifications". m.gsmarena.com. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  9. ^ "Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Review". PCMAG. February 26, 2025. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  10. ^ a b Joshi, Aditya (December 13, 2024). "Samsung Galaxy A16 5G: Affordable 5G Phone to Watch in 2024". Airtel. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  11. ^ "Galaxy A16". www.samsung.com. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  12. ^ Schoon, Ben (September 18, 2024). "Samsung set to offer six years of Android updates on one of its cheapest phones". 9to5Google. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  13. ^ "The first cheap Samsung phone to get 6 years of Android updates is here". Android Authority. October 7, 2024. Retrieved May 23, 2025.
  14. ^ Ivan (March 10, 2025). "MWC 2025 saw announcements from Samsung, Nothing and others, Week 10 in review". GSMArena. Retrieved May 7, 2025.
  15. ^ "iPhone 16 Leads Global Smartphone Sales in Q1 2025". www.counterpointresearch.com. Retrieved May 31, 2025.
Preceded by Samsung Galaxy A16 / A16 5G
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