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Galaxy A16 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A18

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

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Samsung · 2024

Galaxy A16 5G

Galaxy A16 5G
78/ 100
Launch MSRP$199 USD
Samsung

Samsung Galaxy A18

Samsung Galaxy A18
86/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Samsung Galaxy A18 BETTER THAN Galaxy A16 5G?

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Galaxy A16 5G
Samsung Galaxy A18Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORGalaxy A16Samsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate90Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25WStandard25W
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.7"6.7"6.7"
Chassis Weight200gN/A200g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy A16 5G:
  • ✓799g lighter chassis (200g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9800 lower launch MSRP ($199 vs $9999)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy A18:
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.7" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationGalaxy A16 5GSamsung Galaxy A18
1. Display & Screen🏆 Samsung Galaxy A18 Wins Display
Screen Type & TechSuper AMOLEDAMOLED / OLED display
Screen Size6.7"6.7"
Resolution & Density2340x1080 (385 ppi)N/A
Refresh Rate90 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness800 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Galaxy A16 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Exynos 1610
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 14Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory4 GB LPDDR4 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB256 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy A16 5G Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.850 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera5 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens13 MP, f/216 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy A16 5G Lightest Chassis
Dimensions164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mmN/A
Weight200 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP54Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Samsung Galaxy A18 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 5Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.3Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$199Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Samsung Galaxy A18 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Samsung Galaxy A18 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose Galaxy A16 5G:
Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W · Brighter screen: 800 nits peak vs 0 nits
When to choose Samsung Galaxy A18:
Higher overall BeastScore: 86.0 vs top rival 78.0 · Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 90Hz
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Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy A16 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A18

Which is better: Galaxy A16 5G or Samsung Galaxy A18?

Samsung Galaxy A18 leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Galaxy A16 5G (78.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 86.0 vs top rival 78.0 and Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 90Hz.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy A16 5G and Samsung Galaxy A18?

Galaxy A16 5G is equipped with a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Samsung Galaxy A18 features a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

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