Samsung Galaxy A16 The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 5,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2024).
2024 · Mid-range · Android 14 ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 6.7" · 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm (6.47 x 3.07 x 0.31 in)
Chipset Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm)
RAM 4GB | 6GB | 8GB
Storage 128GB | 256GB
Main Camera 50 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Long 5,000 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓ Smooth Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm) for daily use and light gaming
✓ 6.7" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
⊗ Cons
✗ No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
OS
Android 14, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8
RAM
4GB | 6GB | 8GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
385 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
Super AMOLED, 90Hz
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
50 MP
Good detail in daylight conditions
Multi-Camera Setup
50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, AF 5 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro)
🔋 Battery
Capacity
5,000 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
📱 Design & Build
Weight
200g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm (6.47 x 3.07 x 0.31 in)
Build
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Colors
Gray, water green, midnight blue
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
NFC
Yes (market/region dependent)
GPS
GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
🔊 Sound
Radio
FM radio (market/region dependent)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Samsung Galaxy A16 support 5G?› No, the Samsung Galaxy A16 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A16 have NFC?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A16 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A16 support wireless charging?› No, the Samsung Galaxy A16 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A16 support fast charging?› Yes, up to 25W (25W wired).
Is the Samsung Galaxy A16 waterproof? What is the IP rating?› The Samsung Galaxy A16 is rated IP54 — IP54 dust protected and water resistant (water splashes).
Does the Samsung Galaxy A16 have expandable storage?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A16 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A16 support dual SIM?› The Samsung Galaxy A16 SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A16 have a headphone jack?› No, the Samsung Galaxy A16 does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A16 have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the Samsung Galaxy A16 ship with?› The Samsung Galaxy A16 ships with Android 14, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.
What type of USB port does the Samsung Galaxy A16 use?› The Samsung Galaxy A16 uses USB Type-C 2.0.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A16 support Wi-Fi 7?› The Samsung Galaxy A16 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A16 support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Samsung Galaxy A16 has 5.3, A2DP, LE.
