Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024)
Specifications
General Specifications
| Brand | Samsung |
| Model Series | Galaxy A |
| Model Name | Galaxy A16 (Available in 4G and 5G variants) |
| Model Number | 5G: SM-A166B, SM-A166B/DS, SM-A166P, SM-A166E/DS, etc. 4G: SM-A165F, SM-A165F/DS, SM-A165M, etc. |
| Device Type | Budget Smartphone |
| Announcement Date | October 07, 2024 (5G) / October 15, 2024 (4G) |
| Release Date | October 25, 2024 (5G) / November 20, 2024 (4G) |
| Dimensions | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm (6.47 x 3.07 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight | 200 g (7.05 oz) |
| Build Materials | Glass front, Plastic back, Plastic frame |
| Color Options | Blue Black, Light Gray, Gold, Light Green (Color availability may vary by region/model) |
| IP Rating | IP54, dust and splash resistant |
| Military Standard | Not Specified |
| Stylus Support | No |
Display Features
| Display Type | Super AMOLED |
| Screen Size | 6.7 inches, 110.2 cm2 (~86.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels (FHD+), (~385 ppi density) |
| Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 90Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | Not Specified |
| HDR Support | Not explicitly specified for video, but Super AMOLED provides high contrast |
| Brightness | 800 nits (HBM – High Brightness Mode) |
| Screen Protection | Not specified (Likely standard toughened glass) |
| Always-on Display | Yes (Supported by Super AMOLED) |
| Edge Display | Flat display |
Performance & Hardware
| Chipset | 5G Model: Exynos 1330 (5 nm) OR Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) – Varies by region 4G Model: Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (Configurations vary by chipset, typically 2x High-performance cores + 6x Efficiency cores) – Exynos 1330: (2×2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) – Dimensity 6300: (2×2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) – Helio G99: (2×2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | 5G Model: Mali-G68 MP2 (Exynos) OR Mali-G57 MC2 (Dimensity) 4G Model: Mali-G57 MC2 |
| AI Processor | Integrated within respective chipsets |
| RAM Options | 4GB, 6GB, 8GB |
| Storage Options | 128GB, 256GB (UFS type not specified, likely UFS 2.2) |
| Memory Card Slot | Yes, microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot on some dual SIM models, dedicated on others – varies) |
| Virtual RAM | Yes (RAM Plus feature) |
| Cooling System | Passive cooling |
| Benchmark Scores (Approx.) | 5G Model: AnTuTu v10: ~435,000; GeekBench v6: ~2040 (Multi) 4G Model: AnTuTu v10: ~387,000; GeekBench v6: ~1920 (Multi) |
Camera System
Rear Camera Setup (Triple)
| Main Camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.76″, 0.64µm, Autofocus |
| Ultra Wide Camera | 5 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/5.0″, 1.12µm |
| Macro Camera | 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) |
| Flash | LED flash |
| Video Recording | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
Front Camera
| Resolution | 13 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.1″, 1.12µm |
| Features | Portrait mode |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
Camera Features
| Software Features | Panorama, HDR, Portrait Mode, Night Mode (basic) |
| AI Features | Scene Optimizer (basic) |
Battery & Charging
| Battery Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable |
| Wired Charging | 25W wired (Charger typically not included in the box for some regions) |
| Wireless Charging | No |
| Reverse Wireless Charging | No |
| Battery Life | Good endurance expected (Active use scores vary, e.g., ~12-14 hours) |
| Power Management | Adaptive Battery, Power saving modes |
| Charging Port | USB Type-C 2.0 |
Connectivity & Network
Network Technology
| Technology | 5G Model: GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G 4G Model: GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 (Varies by model) |
| 4G Bands | LTE (Extensive bands, vary by model and region) |
| 5G Bands | SA/NSA/Sub6 (5G model only, bands vary by region) |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G (5G model) |
SIM & Connectivity
| SIM Type | Nano-SIM, Single SIM or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) or Nano-SIM + eSIM (Varies by model/region). MicroSD uses shared SIM slot on some Dual SIM models. |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| NFC | Yes (Market/region dependent) |
| Radio | FM radio (Market/region dependent, typically on 4G model) / No (on 5G model) |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
Multimedia
| Loudspeaker | Yes (Mono speaker confirmed for 5G model) |
| 3.5mm Jack | No |
| Audio Features | Standard audio playback |
| Video Playback Formats | MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM |
| Audio Playback Formats | MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA |
Software & Features
| Operating System | Android 14, One UI 6.1 (at launch) |
| Upgrade Policy | Up to 6 generations of OS upgrades and 6 years of security updates (as per Samsung for A16 5G) |
| Pre-installed Apps | Core Google Mobile Services, Samsung Suite, some third-party apps (region dependent) |
| Security Features | Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted), Samsung Knox features, Secure Folder |
| Productivity Features | Standard Android & One UI productivity tools (e.g., Split Screen, Samsung Notes basic) |
| Special Features | IP54 dust and splash resistance, Long software support policy for its class |
Sensors & Biometrics
| Fingerprint Sensor | Side-mounted |
| Face Recognition | Yes (Camera-based, 2D) |
| Other Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyroscope (5G model, 4G model may vary), Compass, Virtual Proximity Sensing |
| S Pen Features | Not Applicable |
Included Accessories
| Included in Box | Smartphone, USB Type-C to Type-C Cable, SIM Ejection Pin, Quick Start Guide (Power adapter typically *not* included) |
| Optional Accessories (Sold Separately) | 25W Power Adapter, Protective Cases, Screen Protectors |
Warranty & Support
| Manufacturer Warranty | Standard limited warranty (Duration varies by country/region) |
| Extended Warranty | Samsung Care+ may be available depending on region. |
| Support Period | Up to 6 OS upgrades and 6 years of security updates (for A16 5G) |
| Support Channels | Samsung Members app, Samsung Website, Phone Support, Authorized Service Centers |
Pricing
Disclaimer: We are quoting the dealers’ official website information. The prices, ROM variants, Colors, and Warranty status can be different. Always contact the sellers for the accurate information
| Seller | Price | Availability | Product Page | Contact |
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Rs.49,500.00 (4G | 6 GB RAM | 128 GB | 01 Year Software Warranty) |
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Rs.52,990.00 (5G | 6 GB RAM | 128 GB | Non TRCSL Approved | 01 Week Checking Warranty) |
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Rs.64,900.00 (5G | 8GB RAM | 256GB | 1 Year Software + 6 Months Hardware Warranty)) |
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Rs.74,990.00 (5G | 8 GB RAM | 128 GB | 1 Year Company Warranty) |
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