Samsung Galaxy A A16 Green 128GB
Samsung
53 Overall Score
vs
Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G Frost Blue 256GB
Xiaomi
67 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
Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G Frost Blue 256GB
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Scores
Battery Life
Budget
Photography
Foldable
Gaming
Flagship
Compact
Business
Rugged
Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy A A16 | Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | 6.7 | 6.7 |
| 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 | Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 |
| 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 | 200 MP★ |
| Camera Count | 3 | 3 |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP★ |
| Telephoto | — | 2 MP★ |
| Front Camera | 13 MP | 20 MP★ |
| Optical Zoom | — | 2x, 4x★ |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps★ |
| OIS | — | ✓★ |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,110 mAh★ |
| Wired Charging | 25W | 120W★ |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✗ |
| Fast Charging | Super Fast Charging | HyperCharge |
| Connector | USB-C | USB-C |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4★ |
| NFC | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| SIM | Dual-SIM | Dual SIM |
| eSIM | ✗ | — |
| Design & Build | ||
| Water Resistance | IP54★ | — |
| Form Factor | bar | bar |
| Weight | 0.50 kg | 0.19 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)
Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G Frost Blue 256GB
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong display (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong camera (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong connectivity (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average feature (25th percentile)
Pricing
Samsung Galaxy A A16 Green 128GB0.363score per dollar
vs
Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G Frost Blue 256GB0.168score per dollar
Samsung Galaxy A A16 Green 128GB offers 2.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G
Scores 67 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 18 of 41 specs.
