Samsung’s Galaxy A16 5G has set a new benchmark by offering six years of software updates in the budget segment. However, the phone lacks in a couple of other aspects, especially when compared to rival models with brighter screens, more powerful processors, and batteries that last longer. In this article, we’ve compiled a list of five Galaxy A16 5G alternatives that you can consider.
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Specifications And Key Features
The Galaxy A16 5G ships with a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED screen that supports 90Hz refresh rate and an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. However, the screen only supports 800 nits of peak brightness. Under the hood, Samsung’s Galaxy A16 5G features the Dimensity 6300 SoC. It is an octa-core processor with two performance cores clocked at 2.4GHz and six balanced cores at 2.0GHz. With 8GB of RAM, the handset is available in two storage variants: 128GB or 256GB.
Out of the box, the Galaxy A16 5G offers One UI 6.1 based on Android 14. Samsung has promised to provide six years of major operating system upgrades for the smartphone. Regarding optics, the Galaxy A16 5G has a triple camera setup: a 50MP (f/1.8) primary sensor, a 5MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide sensor, and a 2MP (f/2.4) macro lens. For clicking selfies and attending video calls, buyers get a 13MP (f/2.0) front-facing camera.
Powering the smartphone is a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 25W wired charging.
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Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Price And Availability
The Galaxy A16 5G is available in India for a starting price of Rs. 18,999 for the 128GB variant and Rs. 21,999 for the 256GB variant.
Top 5 Alternatives To Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
1. Moto G85 5G
The Moto G85 5G (review) is one of the most affordable alternatives to the Galaxy A16 5G. First, it has a 6.67-inch pOLED curved screen that supports a 120Hz refresh rate (higher than Galaxy A16). It is worth noting that the handset’s screen is twice as bright as that of the Galaxy A16 5G. However, the IP52 rating isn’t as good.
Under the hood, the phone runs on the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 SoC, which is a tad more powerful than the Dimensity 6300 SoC. Out of the box, the phone runs on Hello UI based on Android 14. However, the phone will only receive two years of Android upgrades and four years of security updates, which is way less than what the Galaxy A16 5G offers.
Further, the phone features a 50MP primary and 8MP ultrawide camera, offering 1080p video recording at 60 fps. Like the Galaxy A15 5G, the Moto G85 5G also has a 5,000 mAh battery. However, Moto’s smartphone charges faster at 33W. If you’re going with the Moto G85 5G, we’d suggest you get the 256GB variant, which currently costs the same as the 128GB variant of the Galaxy A16 5G.
2. OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite
If you’re looking for an even brighter screen, the OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite offers a 2,100 nits 6.67-inch AMOLED screen that supports 120Hz. Under the hood, the phone features the Snapdragon 695 5G, which, even after being a three-year-old processor, performs slightly better on benchmarks. The phone also features an IP54 dust and water resistance rating.
Like the Moto G85 5G, the OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite also features a dual-camera setup that can record 1080p videos at 30 fps. However, powering the phone is a 5,500 mAh battery, which not only lasts longer but supports 80W charging speed with the power brick provided in the box.
Even so, the Galaxy A16 5G offers better software support. The Nord CE 4 Lite will get receive major Android upgrades and three years of security updates. Even so, the 256GB variant of the handset costs the same as the Galaxy A16 5G.
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3. Samsung Galaxy M55s
If you’re a casual gamer or edit videos occasionally on your smartphone, we recommend you go with the Galaxy M55s. Besides sporting a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen that can reach 1,000 nits of peak brightness, it uses the Snapdragon 7 Gen1 SoC. It offers a significantly better multi-core performance and a much more capable GPU.
Besides, the phone looks and feels more premium, thanks to the punch-hole notch in the front and a drastically thinner bottom bezel. Like the Galaxy A16 5G, the Galaxy M55s offers a triple-rear camera setup with a 50MP primary camera, a better 8MP ultrawide camera, and a 2MP macro camera. The handset draws its power from a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 45W charging.
While the other Galaxy A16 5G alternatives in the list don’t come close to the software upgrade cycle offered on the smartphone, the Galaxy M55s offers four years of major OS upgrades and five years of security upgrades. The smartphone’s base variant, with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, is available on Amazon for Rs. 17,999.
4. iQOO Z9s 5G
If you want some more processing power, the iQoo Z9s 5G with the Dimensity 7300 SoC offers four performance cores at 2.5GHz and four efficient cores at 2.0GHz. The phone features a larger 5,500 mAh battery that supports 44W. With a 50MP primary camera, this is the only phone in the list (so far) that offers 4K video recording.
Beyond the highlights, the phone has a 6.77-inch AMOLED screen supporting 1,800 nits of peak brightness and 120Hz refresh rate. The chipset also supports Wi-Fi 6, which provides slightly better wireless downlink/uplink speeds. The base variant of the smartphone, with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, is available for Rs. 19,998.
The manufacturer has promised to provide up to two years of major operating system upgrades and an additional year of security updates. Last but not least, the handset comes with IP64 protection.
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5. Oppo F25 Pro
The Oppo F25 Pro features a 64MP primary camera, along with an 8MP ultrawide sensor and a 2MP macro sensor. Further, it can also record 4K videos in 30 fps. Even though the Dimensity 7050 is only a tad better than the Dimensity 6300, the smartphone features UFS 3.1 storage, increasing the app execution speed.
Powering the handset is a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 67W fast wired charging. Besides, it features a 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED screen that supports 1,100 nits of peak brightness, comes in two storage variants, and features Wi-Fi 6.
Finally, the handset also features an IP65 dust and water resistance rating. The base variant of the Oppo F25 Pro costs Rs. 19,999, which makes it one of the best Galaxy A16 5G alternatives.
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