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Samsung Galaxy A16 5GvsSamsung Galaxy F16 5G

SETTLEDUpdated September 8, 2026

👑 Winner
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G

USD 199

28score

2 of 5 categories won

Settled

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G wins

Samsung Galaxy F16 5G

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy F16 5G

USD 143

23score

1 of 5 categories won

Verdict

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G wins 2 of 5 categories — our overall pick

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is the overall winner, 2 / 5 — price is its standout. It costs USD 199 — USD 56 more than the Samsung Galaxy F16 5G. Pay the premium if price is your priority.

  • Samsung Galaxy F16 5G takes Performance — led by ram (8 GB).
  • Samsung Galaxy A16 5G takes Display — led by pixel density (385 ppi).
  • Samsung Galaxy A16 5G takes Camera — led by video score (75 pts).
  • Too close to call between Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Samsung Galaxy F16 5G.
  • Too close to call between Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Samsung Galaxy F16 5G.

Scores follow our published methodology · v2026.09

In plain English

Choose Samsung Galaxy A16 5G if you want…

  • Choose Samsung Galaxy A16 5G if you want a sharper screen — 385 ppi vs 262 ppi.
  • Choose Samsung Galaxy A16 5G if you want a screen you can read in sunlight — 800 nits vs 450 nits.
  • Choose Samsung Galaxy A16 5G if you want better video quality — 75 pts vs 45 pts.
  • Choose Samsung Galaxy A16 5G if you want a better camera — 102 pts vs 76 pts.

Choose Samsung Galaxy F16 5G if you want…

  • Choose Samsung Galaxy F16 5G if you want more apps open at once — 8 GB vs 4 GB.

At a glance

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  • Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
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Best price now

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G

USD 199USD 24920%
Buy now →

Samsung Galaxy F16 5G

USD 143
Buy now →

The cheap alternative

Samsung Galaxy F16 5G

Samsung Galaxy F16 5G

USD 143

28%Buy now →

Full record

Every spec, side by side — winners get a check and a proportional bar. Ties share the badge.

SpecSamsung Galaxy A16 5GSamsung Galaxy F16 5G
Performance

Performance score

Approximate benchmark score of the chipset — higher is faster for apps, games and AI.

450,000 pts
460,000 pts

Chipset

The processor inside — shown for reference, never decides a winner.

MediaTek Dimensity 6300
MediaTek Dimensity 6300

RAM

More RAM keeps more apps alive in the background.

4 GB
8 GBBEST

Storage

Base onboard storage for photos, apps and media.

128 GBBEST
128 GBBEST
Display

Screen size

Diagonal screen size — bigger is better for media, smaller is easier to hold.

6.7 inBEST
6.7 inBEST

Pixel density

Sharpness of the screen — above ~400 ppi looks crisp.

385 ppiBEST
262 ppi

Refresh rate

How smooth scrolling and motion feel. 120 Hz is the modern standard.

90 HzBEST
90 HzBEST

Peak brightness

Peak brightness in sunlight — higher stays readable outdoors.

800 nitsBEST
450 nits
Camera

Main camera

Resolution of the primary rear camera — photo quality is judged by the Camera quality score, not megapixels.

50
50

Selfie camera

Resolution of the front camera.

13 MPBEST
13 MPBEST

Telephoto

A dedicated zoom lens for distant subjects without quality loss.

No
No

Video score

Composite video rating — stabilisation, 4K/8K support and colour.

75 ptsBEST
45 pts

Camera score

Composite camera quality from independent testing — how good the photos actually are.

102 ptsBEST
76 pts
Battery

Battery

Battery capacity — higher generally lasts longer.

5,000 mAhBEST
5,000 mAhBEST

Charging speed

Wired charging speed — higher refills faster.

25 WBEST
25 WBEST

Wireless charging

Whether the phone charges wirelessly.

No
No
Price

Price

Typical MSRP in US dollars — lower is better value.

199 USDBEST
143 USDBEST

Which one should you buy?

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G

Choose Samsung Galaxy A16 5G if price matters most — it wins the most categories overall. It costs USD 199.

Samsung Galaxy F16 5G

Choose Samsung Galaxy F16 5G if price matters most. It costs USD 143, the lowest price in this group.

Pros & cons

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G

  • Cheap 5G
  • 5,000 mAh battery
  • Long support
  • Slow chipset
  • HD+ screen
  • Plastic build

Samsung Galaxy F16 5G

  • 5G at a low price
  • 5,000 mAh battery
  • 90 Hz display
  • HD+ resolution
  • Single main camera
  • Plastic build