Samsung Galaxy A16 Black 128GB
Apple iPhone 12 Blue 64GB
What Buyers Say
Samsung Galaxy A16 Black 128GB
This budget Samsung phone is generally well-received for its price, offering good value with sufficient storage and smooth operation for basic tasks. Users appreciate its compatibility with Verizon and Samsung features, though some note limitations like average camera quality, app resets when switching, and occasional lack of 5G. Overall, it's seen as a solid temporary or basic phone, not for heavy users.
Pros
- good value for price
- sufficient storage
- smooth operation
- Verizon compatibility
- Samsung features support
Cons
- average camera quality
- apps reset when switching
- occasional lack of 5G
- not powerful for heavy use
Apple iPhone 12 Blue 64GB
The refurbished iPhone 12 generally receives positive feedback for its value, performance, and often pristine condition, with many buyers pleasantly surprised by the quality. However, a significant minority report issues like scratches, battery health below expectations, and occasional defects, leading to mixed experiences. Shipping speed and seller communication are praised, but some customers face problems with returns and warranty support.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Fast shipping
- Often like new condition
- Good performance
- Responsive seller support
Cons
- Scratches and cosmetic flaws
- Battery health below expectations
- Occasional defects
- Slow shipping in some cases
- Poor return/warranty experience
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy A16 | Apple iPhone 12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | 6.7 | 6.1 |
| Display Type | Super AMOLED★ | Super Retina XDR |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 2532 x 1170 |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | — | 625 nits★ |
| HDR | — | ✓★ |
| Performance | ||
| Processor | — | Apple A14 Bionic |
| Processor Model | Octa-core 2.4GHz CPU processor | Apple A14 Bionic |
| CPU Cores | 8★ | 6 |
| CPU Speed | 2.40 | 3.00★ |
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB★ | 64 GB |
| Storage Type | — | NVMe |
| Expandable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Camera | ||
| Main Camera | 50 MP★ | 12 MP |
| Camera Count | 3★ | 2 |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 12 MP★ |
| Telephoto | 2 MP★ | — |
| Front Camera | 13 MP★ | 12 MP |
| Optical Zoom | — | 5x★ |
| Video | 4K | 4K@60fps |
| OIS | — | ✓★ |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery | 5,000 mAh★ | 2,815 mAh |
| Wired Charging | 25W★ | 15W |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Fast Charging | 25W Fast Charge | MagSafe |
| Connector | USB-C★ | Lightning |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | 5.0★ |
| NFC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| USB | USB-C★ | Lightning |
| SIM | Nano SIM | Nano SIM, eSIM |
| eSIM | — | ✓★ |
| Design & Build | ||
| Water Resistance | IP54 | IP68★ |
| Form Factor | bar | bar |
| Weight | 0.20 kg | 0.16 kg★ |
| Fingerprint | in-display | front |
| Face Recognition | — | ✓★ |
| OS | Android | iOS |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stereo Speakers | — | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy A16 Black 128GB
- Strong social proof (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong battery (77th percentile)
- Strong camera (70th percentile)
- Below average performance (23rd percentile)
Apple iPhone 12 Blue 64GB
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong connectivity (73rd percentile)
- Strong feature (72nd percentile)
- Strong build (72nd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (27th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 60 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 15 of 42 specs.