Samsung Galaxy A A16 Green 128GB
Samsung
53 Overall Score
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Nothing Phone 3A Lite Black 256GB
Nothing
52 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Samsung Galaxy A A16 Green 128GB
82 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews
The Samsung Galaxy A16 4G LTE is generally well-received, with users praising its value for money, solid performance for everyday tasks, and good battery life. However, some buyers encountered network compatibility issues in the US, particularly with Verizon and Metro PCS, and one reviewer noted the phone was not unlocked as advertised. Overall, it is seen as a reliable and affordable device for basic communication and travel.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Solid everyday performance
- Good battery life
- Ample 128GB storage
- Comes with case and charger
Cons
- Network compatibility issues in US
- Not unlocked as advertised
- 4G only, no 5G support
- Not compatible with Verizon
- Requires carrier IMEI sync
Value for money 5
Network compatibility 4
Performance 4
Battery life 3
Storage capacity 2
Unlock status 2
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Scores
Budget
Battery Life
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Gaming
Flagship
Photography
Business
Compact
Rugged
Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy A A16 | Nothing Phone 3A Lite | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | 6.7 | 6.8 |
| Display Type | Super AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | — |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 1000 nits | 3000 nits★ |
| HDR | ✓ | ✓ |
| Performance | ||
| Processor | MediaTek Helio | — |
| Processor Model | Mediatek Helio G99 | Mediatek Dimensity 7300 Pro |
| CPU Cores | 8 | 8 |
| CPU Speed | 2.20 | 2.50★ |
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB★ |
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB★ |
| Expandable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Camera | ||
| Main Camera | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Camera Count | 3 | 3 |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP★ |
| Front Camera | 13 MP | 16 MP★ |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps★ |
| OIS | — | ✓★ |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired Charging | 25W | 33W★ |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✗ |
| Fast Charging | Super Fast Charging | 33W wired |
| Connector | USB-C | USB-C |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| NFC | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C 2.0★ |
| SIM | Dual-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| eSIM | ✗ | ✗ |
| Design & Build | ||
| Water Resistance | IP54 | IP54 |
| Form Factor | bar | bar |
| Weight | 0.50 kg★ | — |
| Fingerprint | side-mounted | in-display |
| Face Recognition | ✓★ | — |
| OS | Android | Android |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stereo Speakers | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy A A16 Green 128GB
- Strong feature (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong battery (76th percentile)
- Strong display (73rd percentile)
- Below average performance (23rd percentile)
Nothing Phone 3A Lite Black 256GB
- Strong display (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong battery (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong connectivity (77th percentile)
- Strong feature (72nd percentile)
- Below average social proof (22nd percentile)
Pricing
Samsung Galaxy A A16 Green 128GB
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Verdict
Winner: Samsung Galaxy A A16
Scores 53 overall, wins 2 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 39 specs.