Unleash the Power of Affordable 5G: Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Review Revealed

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Review: A Budget-Friendly 5G Smartphone with Some Compromises

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is an affordable 5G smartphone that’s similar to the budget-friendly option in the A series, but with some notable differences. While it’s not the cheapest option in the A series, it does come with some compromises to make it more affordable. In this review, we’ll explore the Galaxy A16 5G’s performance, design, and features to determine if it’s worth considering.

A Unique Situation

The Galaxy A16 5G is available with either a Samsung Exynos 1330 or a Mediatek Dimensity 6300 chipset, depending on the region. Unfortunately, we don’t have a device with the Dimensity 6300 to compare, making it difficult to fully evaluate the performance difference between the two chipsets.

Our Review Unit

Our review unit is powered by the Exynos 1330 processor, which is similar to the one found in the Galaxy A14 5G. We have the 128GB base model, which is expandable storage, which is a plus. However, the 4GB of RAM may be a concern for those who want future-proofing.

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Specifications at a Glance

Body: 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9mm, 200g; Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame; IP54, dust and splash-resistant
Display: 6.70" Super AMOLED, 90Hz, 800 nits (HBM), 1080 x 2340px resolution, 19.5:9 aspect ratio, 385ppi
Chipset: Exynos 1330 (5nm) or Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6nm): Octa-core (2×2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) or Octa-core (2×2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55); Mali-G68 MP2 or Mali-G57 MC2
Memory: 128GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM; microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
OS/Software: Android 14, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1
Rear camera: Wide (main): 50 MP, f/1.8, AF; Ultra wide-angle: 5 MP, f/2.2; Macro: 2 MP, f/2.4
Front camera: 13 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Video capture: Rear camera: 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS; Front camera: 1080p@30fps
Battery: 5000mAh; 25W wired
Connectivity: 5G; Hybrid Dual SIM; Wi-Fi 5; BT 5.3; NFC
Miscellaneous: Fingerprint reader (side-mounted); Virtual proximity sensing

Unboxing

The Galaxy A16 5G arrives in a simple, two-piece, mostly white cardboard box that protects the phone well during shipping. Although the box is flimsy, it’s eco-friendly and uses soy ink for the print. Unfortunately, there’s no case or charger provided, and you’ll need to purchase these separately.

Conclusion

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is a budget-friendly 5G smartphone with some notable compromises to keep the price affordable. While it’s not the cheapest option in the A series, it offers a good balance of performance and features. However, the 4GB of RAM may be a concern for those who need future-proofing. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly 5G smartphone, the Galaxy A16 5G is worth considering.