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Samsung Galaxy M06 5GvsSamsung Galaxy F16 5G

SETTLEDUpdated September 8, 2026

Samsung Galaxy M06 5G

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy M06 5G

USD 119

21score

0 of 5 categories won

No category wins
Settled

Samsung Galaxy F16 5G wins

👑 Winner
Samsung Galaxy F16 5G

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy F16 5G

USD 143

23score

2 of 5 categories won

Verdict

Samsung Galaxy F16 5G wins 2 of 5 categories — our overall pick

Samsung Galaxy F16 5G is the overall winner, 2 / 5 — price is its standout. It costs USD 143 — USD 24 more than the Samsung Galaxy M06 5G. Pay the premium if price is your priority.

  • Samsung Galaxy F16 5G takes Performance — led by ram (8 GB).
  • Too close to call between Samsung Galaxy M06 5G and Samsung Galaxy F16 5G.
  • Samsung Galaxy F16 5G takes Camera — led by selfie camera (13 MP).
  • Too close to call between Samsung Galaxy M06 5G and Samsung Galaxy F16 5G.
  • Too close to call between Samsung Galaxy M06 5G and Samsung Galaxy F16 5G.

Scores follow our published methodology · v2026.09

In plain English

Choose Samsung Galaxy M06 5G if you want…

No decisive wins in this matchup.

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.
  • Choose Samsung Galaxy F16 5G if you want sharper selfies — 13 MP vs 8 MP.

At a glance

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  • Samsung Galaxy M06 5G
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Best price now

Samsung Galaxy M06 5G

USD 119
Buy now →

Samsung Galaxy F16 5G

USD 143
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The cheap alternative

Samsung Galaxy M06 5G

Samsung Galaxy M06 5G

USD 119

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Full record

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

SpecSamsung Galaxy M06 5GSamsung Galaxy F16 5G
Performance

Performance score

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

460,000 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.

262 ppi
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.

450 nits
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.

8 MP
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.

45 pts
45 pts

Camera score

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

74 pts
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.

119 USDBEST
143 USDBEST

Which one should you buy?

Samsung Galaxy M06 5G

Choose Samsung Galaxy M06 5G if price matters most. It costs USD 119, the lowest price in this group.

Samsung Galaxy F16 5G

Choose Samsung Galaxy F16 5G if price matters most — it wins the most categories overall. It costs USD 143.

Pros & cons

Samsung Galaxy M06 5G

  • 5G at a low price
  • 5,000 mAh battery
  • 90 Hz display
  • HD+ resolution
  • Single 50 MP camera
  • 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