Samsung Galaxy A A16 Green 128GB
Samsung
53 Overall Score
vs
Google Pixel 8 Pro Blue 128GB
Google
79 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
Google Pixel 8 Pro Blue 128GB
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Photography
Foldable
Battery Life
Budget
Flagship
Gaming
Rugged
Business
Compact
Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy A A16 | Google Pixel 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | 6.7 | 6.7 |
| Display Type | Super AMOLED★ | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1344 x 2992 |
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 1000 nits | 2400 nits★ |
| HDR | ✓ | ✓ |
| Performance | ||
| Processor | MediaTek Helio | Nona-core |
| Processor Model | Mediatek Helio G99 | Google Tensor G3 |
| CPU Cores | 8 | 9★ |
| CPU Speed | 2.20 | 3.00★ |
| RAM | 4 GB | 12 GB★ |
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | — | UFS 3.1★ |
| Expandable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Camera | ||
| Main Camera | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Camera Count | 3 | 3 |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 48 MP★ |
| Telephoto | — | 48 MP★ |
| Front Camera | 13 MP★ | 11 MP |
| Optical Zoom | — | 5x★ |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@60fps★ |
| OIS | — | ✓★ |
| Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,050 mAh★ |
| Wired Charging | 25W | 30W★ |
| Wireless Charging | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Fast Charging | Super Fast Charging | Fast charging |
| Connector | USB-C | USB-C |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| NFC | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C 3.2★ |
| SIM | Dual-SIM | Nano-SIM and eSIM |
| eSIM | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Design & Build | ||
| Water Resistance | IP54 | IP68★ |
| Form Factor | bar | bar |
| Weight | 0.50 kg | 0.21 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)
Google Pixel 8 Pro Blue 128GB
- Strong display (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong camera (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong connectivity (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong build (90th percentile)90th %ile
Pricing
Samsung Galaxy A A16 Green 128GB0.363score per dollar
vs
Google Pixel 8 Pro Blue 128GB0.167score per dollar
Samsung Galaxy A A16 Green 128GB offers 2.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Google Pixel 8 Pro
Scores 79 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 20 of 42 specs.
