Launch report · Samsung
Galaxy A16 5G: Entry 5G Samsung with 6 years of updates.
SpecEagle Editorial·Oct 2024·$199·Score 58/100
Galaxy A16 5G's headline is its 6-year software policy — extraordinary at the price. AMOLED and 5G sweeten an otherwise basic package.
Key specs at launch
Display
6.7" AMOLED 90 Hz
Chipset
Dimensity 6300
Memory
4 GB · 128 GB
Main cam
50 MP · f/1.8
Battery
5,000 mAh
Weight
200 g
What stands out
- 6 years of OS updates — class-leading.
- Super AMOLED at $199.
- 5G + 5,000 mAh.
- Headphone jack + microSD.
What to watch
- Dimensity 6300 is slow.
- Mono speaker.
- No IP rating.
- Heavy 200 g.
The phone it has to beat
Moto G85
$299 · score 74/100