Samsung Galaxy A16 256GB
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Design22
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Rear Camera15
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Front Camera4
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360° View
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UI Screenshot17
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Videos1
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Key Specs
Performance
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MediaTek Dimensity 6300 -
Octa core (2.4 GHz, Dual Core + 2 GHz, Hexa Core) -
6 GB / 8 GB RAM
Display
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6.7 inches (17.02 cm); Super AMOLED -
1080x2340 px (FHD+) -
90 Hz Refresh Rate -
Bezel-less with notch
Rear Camera
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Triple Camera Setup - 50 MP (upto 10x Digital Zoom) Wide Angle Primary Camera
- 5 MP Ultra-Wide Angle Camera
- 2 MP Macro Camera
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LED Flash -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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13 MP Wide Angle Lens -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Battery
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5000 mAh -
25W Fast Charging; USB Type-C port
General
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SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano (Hybrid) -
5G Supported -
128 GB / 256 GB Storage, Expandable upto 1.5 TB -
Dust Resistant, Water Resistant
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Samsung Galaxy A16 256GB Expert Review Summary
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Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a reliable, future-ready device well-suited for everyday needs. The handset is designed to last through 2030 and is a good option for those looking to enter the Samsung ecosystem down the line. Battery life comfortably covers a full day of light us. The camera setup, featuring an ultrawide lens, has the added functionality of capturing landscape images; however, the image quality may be modest for those seeking high-end photography.
Pros
- Ergonomic design
- Decent display
- Versatile cameras
- 6 years of software support
Cons
- Cameras could have been better
- No charger in the box
Design and display
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The Samsung Galaxy A16 takes its design cues from the more expensive Galaxy A-series smartphones, Galaxy A35 (review) and A55 (review). The A16 boasts a flat back and edges, with curved edges, rounded corners, and individual triple camera rings. On the right side, a slightly raised area marks the volume and fingerprint buttons, making them easier to identify by touch. Honestly, I didn't have much difficulty accessing the buttons on the smartphones I have reviewed so far with the raised surface.
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Cameras
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For photography, the Samsung Galaxy A16 is equipped with a triple camera setup comprising a 50MP primary sensor, a 5MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro sensor. The dedicated ultra-wide lens assists users in capturing landscape shots with a wider field of view, giving Samsung devices an edge over most smartphones within the segment. The camera performance, however, is average at best with the smartphone only offering better colour reproduction in lowlight than two of its closest competitors - the OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite and Moto G85.
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Performance and software
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The Samsung Galaxy A16 draws power from MediaTek's Dimensity 6300 SoC paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. This budget-friendly chipset performed smoothly, with no noticeable stuttering or lag during basic activities. The device also handled light multitasking, social media scrolling, and streaming without issues. However, power users might want to consider other options.
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Battery and charging
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The Samsung Galaxy A16 comes with a 5,000mAh battery, delivering 9 hours and 42 minutes of screen time on the PCMark battery test—a respectable score, if not the best. Battery optimisation for multimedia consumption is solid; streaming a 30-minute YouTube video consumes just 4 percent of the battery, which is competitive within its class. While gaming for 90 minutes, the handset's battery was depleted by 25 percent in aggregate.
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Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a reliable, future-ready device well-suited for everyday needs. The handset is designed to last through 2030 and is a good option for those looking to enter the Samsung ecosystem down the line. Battery life comfortably covers a full day of light us. The camera setup, featuring an ultrawide lens, has the added functionality of capturing landscape images; however, the image quality may be modest for those seeking high-end photography.
- Ergonomic design
- Decent display
- Versatile cameras
- 6 years of software support
Pros
- Cameras could have been better
- No charger in the box
Cons
The Samsung Galaxy A16 takes its design cues from the more expensive Galaxy A-series smartphones, Galaxy A35 (review) and A55 (review). The A16 boasts a flat back and edges, with curved edges, rounded corners, and individual triple camera rings. On the right side, a slightly raised area marks the volume and fingerprint buttons, making them easier to identify by touch. Honestly, I didn't have much difficulty accessing the buttons on the smartphones I have reviewed so far with the raised surface.
Read MoreFor photography, the Samsung Galaxy A16 is equipped with a triple camera setup comprising a 50MP primary sensor, a 5MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro sensor. The dedicated ultra-wide lens assists users in capturing landscape shots with a wider field of view, giving Samsung devices an edge over most smartphones within the segment. The camera performance, however, is average at best with the smartphone only offering better colour reproduction in lowlight than two of its closest competitors - the OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite and Moto G85.
Read MoreThe Samsung Galaxy A16 draws power from MediaTek's Dimensity 6300 SoC paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. This budget-friendly chipset performed smoothly, with no noticeable stuttering or lag during basic activities. The device also handled light multitasking, social media scrolling, and streaming without issues. However, power users might want to consider other options.
Read MoreThe Samsung Galaxy A16 comes with a 5,000mAh battery, delivering 9 hours and 42 minutes of screen time on the PCMark battery test—a respectable score, if not the best. Battery optimisation for multimedia consumption is solid; streaming a 30-minute YouTube video consumes just 4 percent of the battery, which is competitive within its class. While gaming for 90 minutes, the handset's battery was depleted by 25 percent in aggregate.
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Samsung Galaxy A16 256GB Specifications
General |
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| Launch Date | October 18, 2024 (Official) |
| Operating System | Android v14 |
| OS Updates | 6 Years |
| Security Updates | 6 Years |
| Custom UI | Samsung One UI |
Performance
(Good)
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| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |||
| Processor | Octa core (2.4 GHz, Dual core, Cortex A76 + 2 GHz, Hexa Core, Cortex A55) | |||
| Architecture | 64 bit | |||
| Fabrication | 6 nm | |||
| Graphics (GPU) | Mali-G57 MC2 | |||
| RAM | 6 GB / 8 GB | |||
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | |||
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Gaming Test Results
* after 30 mins of gaming
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Benchmark Screenshots
AnTuTu Benchmark
Geekbench6 Benchmark
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Display
(Excellent)
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| Display Type | Super AMOLED |
| Screen Size | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 px (FHD+) |
| Peak Brightness | 800 nits |
| HBM Brightness | 800 nits |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 |
| Pixel Density | 385 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 85.86 % |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes with notch |
| Screen to Body Ratio (claimed by the brand) | 84.6 % |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Screen With Widgets
Dialer Screen
App Drawer
Notification Panel
Quick Settings Panel
Settings Screen
OS Version
Storage
Battery
Camera On
Camera Options
Camera Modes
Camera Settings
Picture Size Options
Video Size Options
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Design |
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| Height | 164.4 mm |
| Width | 77.9 mm |
| Thickness | 7.9 mm |
| Weight | 192 grams |
| Build Material | Back: Plastic |
| Water Resistance | Yes, Splash proof, IP54 |
| Ruggedness | Dust proof |
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Rear Camera
(Good)
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| Autofocus | Yes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| OIS | No | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Image Resolution | 8150 x 6150 Pixels | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Shooting Modes |
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) Macro Mode |
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| Camera Features |
10 x Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording |
Full HD @30 fps HD @120 fps |
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Rear Camera Samples
Daylight / HDR Auto
Wide Angle
Max Zoom Supported 10x
Long Shot 10X
Long Shot 5X
Long Shot 3X
Long Shot 1X
High Res
Portrait Shot
Night Mode OFF
Night Mode ON
Close Up
Low Light
Low Light With Flash
Colour Variance
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Front Camera
(Very Good)
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| Autofocus | No | |||||||||||
| Flash | No | |||||||||||
| Video Recording | Full HD @30 fps | |||||||||||
Front Camera Samples
Selfie
Selfie Portrait
Selfie Low Light
Selfie Low Light With Flash
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Battery
(Very Good)
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| Capacity | 5000 mAh | |||
| Battery Type | Li-ion | |||
| Quick Charging | Yes, 25W Fast Charging | |||
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Battery Test Results
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Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.0 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes, Up to 1.5 TB |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano (Hybrid) |
| Network Support | 5G, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
5G bands, 4G bands
Expand
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| SIM 2 |
5G bands, 4G bands
Expand
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| SAR Value | Head: 1.08 W/kg |
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) 5GHz |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | Yes |
| IR Blaster | No |
Multimedia |
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| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
| Audio Features | Dolby Atmos |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | Side |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
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Samsung Galaxy A16 256GB Key Highlights
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 |
| RAM & Storage | 6 GB RAM + 128 GB 8 GB RAM + 128 GB 8 GB RAM + 256 GB |
| Display | 6.7", 1080 x 2340 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP + 5 MP + 2 MP |
| Front Camera | 13 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
Samsung Galaxy A16 Price In India
| Product Name | Price |
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| Samsung Galaxy A16 (6 GB + 128 GB) | ₹15,999 |
| Samsung Galaxy A16 (8 GB + 128 GB) | ₹15,598 |
| Samsung Galaxy A16 (8 GB + 256 GB) | ₹16,861 |
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