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OnePlus Nord CE 2 vs Galaxy A16 5G

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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OnePlus Nord CE 2
· 2022

OnePlus Nord CE 2

$299
78.0/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
78.0
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera84/100
Battery78/100
Galaxy A16 5G
· 2024

Galaxy A16 5G

$199
78.0/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
78.0
Benchmark
Performance64/100
Camera84/100
Battery86/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy OnePlus Nord CE 2:
  • ✓27g lighter chassis (173g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.43" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Galaxy A16 5G:
  • ✓$100 lower launch MSRP ($199 vs $299)
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+500 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationOnePlus Nord CE 2Galaxy A16 5G
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechAMOLED / OLED displaySuper AMOLED
Screen Size6.43"6.7"
Resolution & DensityN/A 2340x1080 (385 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz90 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A800 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid Android 14
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB4 GB
Internal Storage128GB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera64 MP50 MP, f/1.8
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/A5 MP, f/2.2
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 Lens16 MP13 MP, f/2
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/A164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm
Weight173 g200 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedIP54
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/A25W wired fast charging
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 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 5
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3+5.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-CUSB-C 2.0
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
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$299$199
Editorial Lab Verdict

OnePlus Nord CE 2 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 78.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, OnePlus Nord CE 2 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 84/100 camera rating.

When to buy OnePlus Nord CE 2:
Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 50 MP · More system memory: 8GB RAM vs max 4GB
When to buy Galaxy A16 5G:
Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+500 mAh more) · Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: OnePlus Nord CE 2 vs Galaxy A16 5G

Which phone is better: OnePlus Nord CE 2 or Galaxy A16 5G?

OnePlus Nord CE 2 leads with an overall BeastScore of 78.0/100 compared to Galaxy A16 5G (78.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 50 MP and More system memory: 8GB RAM vs max 4GB.

What are the primary battery and display differences between OnePlus Nord CE 2 and Galaxy A16 5G?

OnePlus Nord CE 2 is equipped with a 6.43-inch display and 4500 mAh battery, while Galaxy A16 5G features a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between OnePlus Nord CE 2 and Galaxy A16 5G?

In lab hardware evaluations, OnePlus Nord CE 2 scores 84/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy A16 5G scores 84/100.

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