Samsung Galaxy A16 5G

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Full specifications

Here are the detailed specifications, tests, and benchmarks of the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G.

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Display Specifications

Feature	Details	Description
Display Type	Super AMOLED	Offers deep blacks, vibrant colors, and energy efficiency.
Size	6.7 inches	Large display, suitable for immersive viewing and gaming.
Resolution	1080 × 2340 pixels	Full HD+ resolution for sharp details.
Aspect Ratio	19.5:9	Taller screen, optimized for media and multitasking.
Pixel Density (PPI)	385 ppi	Ensures sharp text and clear visuals.
Refresh Rate	90 Hz	Smoother scrolling and animations compared to standard 60 Hz.
Adaptive Refresh Rate	No	Refresh rate remains fixed at 90 Hz.
Max Rated Brightness	800 nits	Good brightness for outdoor visibility.
HDR Support	No	Does not support HDR content playback.
Screen Protection	Tempered glass	Provides durability against scratches and minor drops.
Screen-to-Body Ratio	86%	Slim bezels for an immersive display experience.
Display Features	DCI-P3	Wide color gamut for richer, more accurate colors.
RGB Color Space	99.1%	Nearly complete coverage of the sRGB color space.
PWM	360 Hz	Pulse-width modulation frequency; higher reduces flicker visibility.
Response Time	3 ms	Fast pixel response for reduced motion blur.
Contrast Ratio	∞ (Infinity)	AMOLED provides perfect blacks and infinite contrast.

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G RAM, Storage, and Software

Category	Feature	Details	Description
RAM	RAM Size	4 GB	Adequate for light multitasking and everyday use.
	Memory Type	LPDDR4X	Efficient and faster than older LPDDR3 memory.
	Memory Clock	2133 MHz	Determines how quickly data moves in/out of RAM.
	Channels	2	Dual-channel memory for improved bandwidth and performance.
Storage	Storage Size	128 GB	Decent internal storage capacity for apps, media, and files.
	Storage Type	UFS 2.2	Faster read/write speeds than eMMC, ensuring smoother performance.
	Memory Card Support	MicroSD (up to 1536 GB)	Expandable storage for large media collections.
Software	Operating System	Android 14 (upgradeable to 15)	Ships with the latest Android version, with upgrade path to the next.
	ROM / UI	One UI 7.0	Samsung’s custom skin with additional features and optimizations.
	OS Size	26 GB	Pre-installed system software size, reduces available storage slightly.

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Main camera

Category	Feature	Details	Description
Main Camera Setup	Matrix	50 MP	High-resolution primary sensor for detailed shots.
	Image Resolution	8160 × 6120	Maximum photo size supported by the main sensor.
	Zoom	Digital	No optical zoom, only software-based zooming.
	Flash	LED	Single LED flash for low-light photography.
	Stabilization	Digital	Electronic image stabilization, no OIS.
	8K Video Recording	No	Does not support ultra-high resolution recording.
	4K Video Recording	No	Limited to Full HD video capture.
	1080p Video Recording	Up to 30 FPS	Standard Full HD recording for everyday use.
	Slow Motion	120 FPS @ 720p	Supports slow-motion recording at lower resolution.
Lenses	Standard	50 MP	Main wide lens for everyday shots.
	Ultrawide	5 MP	Wide-angle lens for landscapes and group shots.
	Macro	2 MP	Close-up photography for detailed objects.
Camera Features	Modes	Bokeh mode, Pro mode	Portrait blur and manual controls available.
Standard Lens Specs	Resolution	50 MP	High-detail captures.
	Aperture	f/1.8	Wide aperture for better low-light performance.
	Sensor	Samsung ISOCELL S5KJN1	Reliable mid-range camera sensor.
	Sensor Size	1/2.76″	Moderately sized sensor, decent for detail capture.
	Pixel Size	0.64 µm	Smaller pixels, may struggle in low light.
	Autofocus	Phase Autofocus	Fast and accurate focusing system.
	Stabilization	Digital	Electronic stabilization only.
Ultrawide Lens Specs	Resolution	5 MP	Suitable for wider field-of-view shots.
	Aperture	f/2.2	Narrower aperture, less light intake.
	Sensor	SmartSens SC501	Entry-level ultrawide sensor.
	Sensor Size	1/5″	Small sensor, limited detail in low light.
	Pixel Size	1.12 µm	Slightly larger pixels than main sensor.
	Stabilization	Digital	Relies on software correction.
Macro Lens Specs	Resolution	2 MP	Basic close-up shots, limited detail.
	Aperture	f/2.4	Standard for entry-level macro cameras.
	Stabilization	No	No stabilization, requires steady hands.
DxOMark Camera Tests	Photo Quality	72	Average photo score for its segment.
	Video Quality	93	Stronger video performance compared to photos.
	Overall Score	77	Balanced but not flagship-level performance.
	Bokeh	55	Portrait blur effect is functional but basic.
	Preview	52	Live preview less accurate compared to final shot.
	Zoom	49	Weak digital zoom capabilities.
	Samples	DxOMark photo samples available	External reference for real-world image quality.

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Selfie Camera

Feature	Details	Description
Resolution	13 MP (4160 × 3120)	Captures selfies with decent detail and clarity.
Aperture	f/2.0	Standard aperture, fair performance in normal lighting but weaker in low light.
Focal Length	26 mm	Wide-angle field of view for group selfies.
Sensor	GalaxyCore GC13A0	Entry-level sensor designed for front-facing cameras.
Sensor Size	1/3.1″	Compact sensor, limits light intake and detail.
Pixel Size	1.12 µm	Small pixels, may show noise in low-light conditions.
Autofocus	No	Fixed focus; optimized for arm’s length selfies.
Stabilization	No	Lacks OIS/EIS, so videos may be shaky.
Video Recording	1080p @ 30 FPS (Full HD)	Standard video quality, sufficient for video calls and casual recording.
Depth Sensor (TOF 3D)	No	Does not support advanced 3D depth sensing for portraits/AR.

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Battery

Category	Feature	Details	Description
Battery Specs	Capacity	5000 mAh	Large capacity for all-day usage.
	Max Charge Power	25 W	Supports relatively fast wired charging.
	Battery Type	Li-Ion	Standard lithium-ion technology.
	Replaceable	No	Non-removable design, common in modern smartphones.
	Wireless Charging	No	Does not support Qi or similar charging.
	Reverse Charging	No	Cannot charge other devices.
	Fast Charging	Yes (47% in 30 min)	Charges nearly half the battery in 30 minutes.
	Full Charging Time	~1 hr 21 min	Time required to fully charge from 0–100%.
Battery Life Tests	Web Browsing	8 hr 05 min	Continuous internet usage on Wi-Fi.
	Video Playback	11 hr 26 min	Streaming or offline video watching.
	Gaming	6 hr 26 min	Continuous gaming session on medium settings.
	Standby	100 hr	Idle time with minimal usage.
General Battery Life	Mixed Use	~20 hr 24 min	Overall endurance combining typical daily tasks.

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Design and build

Feature	Details	Description
Height	164.4 mm (6.47 in)	Tall form factor, typical for large-screen smartphones.
Width	77.9 mm (3.07 in)	Comfortable width for handling, though slightly wide for one-hand use.
Thickness	7.9 mm (0.31 in)	Slim profile for a modern, sleek look.
Weight	200 g (7.05 oz)	Moderate weight, balances sturdiness with portability.
Waterproof Rating	IP54	Protected against dust and light water splashes (not full immersion).
Rear Material	Plastic	Durable, lightweight, but less premium than glass or metal.
Frame Material	Plastic	Keeps weight low but not as strong as aluminum frames.
Available Colors	White, Gray, Blue, Green	Multiple color options for personalization.
Fingerprint Scanner	Yes, in-button	Integrated into a button for convenient unlocking.

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Performance

Feature	Details	Description
Chipset (SoC)	Samsung Exynos 1330	Mid-range SoC designed for balanced performance and power efficiency.
Max Clock Speed	2400 MHz	Peak CPU frequency for demanding tasks.
CPU Cores	8 (2 + 6)	Octa-core setup balancing performance and efficiency.
Architecture	– 2 cores @ 2.4 GHz: Cortex-A78- 6 cores @ 2.0 GHz: Cortex-A55	High-performance cores (A78) handle heavy tasks, while efficient cores (A55) save power.
Manufacturing	Samsung	Custom in-house design and production.
Lithography Process	5 nm	Modern fabrication node for better performance per watt.
Neural Processor (NPU)	Yes	Accelerates AI and machine learning tasks.
Graphics Processor (GPU)	Mali-G68 MP2	Mid-range GPU for casual gaming and smooth graphics rendering.
GPU Shading Units	64	Handles parallel processing for rendering graphics efficiently.
GPU Clock	949 MHz	Frequency at which the GPU cores operate.
FLOPS (Performance)	~121.5 GFLOPS	Approximate GPU computing power (floating-point operations per second).

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Connectivity, Network & Sound

Category	Feature	Details	Description
Wi-Fi	Standard	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)	Reliable, fast dual-band Wi-Fi support.
	Features	Dual Band, Wi-Fi Direct, Hotspot, Wi-Fi Display	Multiple Wi-Fi features for sharing and casting.
Bluetooth	Version	5.3	Latest version with improved stability and efficiency.
	Features	LE (Low Energy)	Power-saving connectivity for wearables and accessories.
USB	Type	USB Type-C	Modern reversible connector.
	Version	2.0	Standard data transfer speeds.
	Features	Charging, USB-Storage Mode, OTG	Supports external devices and storage drives.
DisplayPort	Availability	No	Does not support wired video output to monitors/TV.
GPS	Systems Supported	GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS	Multi-satellite navigation for better accuracy.
NFC	Availability	Region-dependent	Contactless payments may not be available in all regions.
Infrared Port	Availability	No	No IR blaster for remote control.
Network	SIM Slots	2 (Nano SIM)	Dual SIM support for multiple carriers.
	SIM Mode	Standby	Only one SIM works actively at a time.
	eSIM Support	No	Lacks support for embedded SIMs.
	Hybrid Slot	No	Separate slots, not shared with microSD.
2G Bands	Supported	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	Standard legacy network compatibility.
3G Bands	Supported	WCDMA B1, B2, B4, B5, B8	Covers major global 3G networks.
4G Bands	Supported	LTE B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B17, B20, B28, B66, B38, B40, B41	Wide LTE coverage for most regions worldwide.
5G Support	Availability	Yes	Supports next-gen mobile networks.
Sound	Speakers	Mono	Single speaker output, not stereo.
	Headphone Jack	No	Requires wireless or USB-C headphones.
	FM Radio	No	No built-in radio tuner.
	Dolby Atmos	Yes	Enhances audio with virtual surround sound.
Speaker Test	Max Loudness	93.3 dB	Loud but may lack stereo depth.

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G More Info

Feature	Details	Description
Category	Budget	Positioned as an affordable smartphone with essential features.
Announced	October 2024	Officially unveiled in October 2024.
Release Date	October 2024	Became available to purchase in the same month.
Launch Price (MSRP)	$199	Affordable pricing for budget-conscious buyers.
SAR (Head)	0.38 W/kg	Safe radiation absorption level during calls.
SAR (Body)	0.94 W/kg	Safe radiation level when carried close to the body.
Sensors	Gyroscope, Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Fingerprint	Provides motion tracking, auto-brightness, navigation, and biometric security.

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Benchmarks

Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)	992	Measures single-threaded CPU performance; shows efficiency of individual cores.
Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)	2197	Tests overall multi-threaded performance across all CPU cores.
Geekbench 6 Compute (GPU)	1284	Evaluates GPU performance for graphics and compute tasks.
AnTuTu Benchmark 10 (Total)	416,552	Overall performance test combining CPU, GPU, memory, and UX scores.
AnTuTu CPU	138,446	Tests raw processing power of the CPU.
AnTuTu GPU	69,251	Evaluates graphics performance for gaming and rendering.
AnTuTu Memory	99,549	Assesses RAM speed, efficiency, and memory bandwidth.
AnTuTu UX	109,306	Tests user experience factors like app performance, smoothness, and I/O speed.
Source	Geekbench [3]	Official benchmark results from Geekbench database.

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G FAQs

What are the key specifications of the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G?
The Galaxy A16 5G features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate, Exynos 1330 chipset, 4GB RAM, 128GB storage (expandable via microSD), and Android 14 with One UI 7.0.

2. How good is the camera on the Galaxy A16 5G?
It has a triple rear camera setup with a 50 MP main lens, 5 MP ultrawide, and 2 MP macro. The selfie camera is 13 MP. While photos are decent in daylight, low-light performance and digital zoom are limited.

3. Does the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G support 4K or 8K video recording?
No, the Galaxy A16 5G is limited to 1080p video recording at 30FPS. It also supports 120 FPS slow-motion at 720p.

4. How long does the Galaxy A16 5G battery last?
The phone has a 5000 mAh battery with 25W fast charging. It offers up to 20+ hours of mixed use, around 11 hours of video playback, and over 8 hours of web browsing on a single charge.

5. Is the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G worth buying for its price?
At a launch price of $199, it’s a strong budget 5G option with excellent battery life and a smooth display, though the camera and build are more basic compared to premium models.