| Variant | Flipkart | Amazon |
|---|---|---|
| Gold · 128 GB | ₹13,990 | Not sold |
| Light Green · 128 GB | Not sold | Not sold |
| Blue Black · 128 GB | ₹14,499 | Not sold |
| Light Green · 8 GB · 128 GB | ₹15,655 | Not sold |
| Light Green · 8 GB · 256 GB | ₹20,499 | Not sold |
| Light Green · 6 GB · 128 GB | Not sold | ₹16,999 |
Yes — at ₹13,990 the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is worth considering, scoring 3.4 out of 5 against other phones at this price. It is strongest on display and weakest on battery. That is the lowest we have recorded for it.
The Galaxy A16 5G gets the important basics right with a sharp AMOLED display, dependable daily performance and useful extras like NFC. It makes the most sense for buyers who want a balanced Samsung phone rather than the fastest charging or strongest gaming option.
36 days of recorded prices.
Today's price is the lowest we have recorded.
The 6.7-inch AMOLED display looks sharp at 1080x2340 and gives deeper blacks than most LCD rivals. It is a nicer panel for streaming, reading and everyday scrolling.
It scores about 412,000 on AnTuTu, which is enough for daily apps, messaging, video and light gaming without much trouble. 5G support also keeps it current for the price.
The 50 MP main camera with autofocus and an f/1.8 lens is good for daylight shots, documents and social media photos. Results should be dependable as long as lighting is decent.
NFC is still uncommon at this price and adds convenience for tap-based features. IP54 splash resistance and Samsung's long software support also make the phone feel safer to keep for years.
The 5000 mAh battery is standard for this class, but the tested endurance is not a strong point. It should get through a day, though heavier users may still reach for the charger by evening.
25W charging is serviceable rather than quick in this range. A full top-up takes longer than some rivals that push faster charging speeds.
The Dimensity 6300 and Mali-G57 setup are fine for casual play, but demanding games will need lower graphics settings. This is more of a steady daily phone than a performance-focused one.
Rear video tops out at 1080p at 30 fps, so it misses the sharper 4K recording offered by a few standout camera phones in this bracket.
This phone actually served me well… it’s good enough for my daily needs like social media all day. Battery lasts whole day too. Light gaming is fine (not much of a gamer tho). Camera is okay, not the best. But it’s acceptable. Haha.
It just feels smoother than One UI 7. Battery life is also good.
I am curious to know when it will come to the A16 Stateside, just recently bought this phone as a work/secondary device and it's been doing well on One UI 7 thus far.
Hey can anyone help me ?? .My samsung A16 5G cannot use 5G on airtel network . Altough the network signal shows 5G+ cant browse or do anything at all if set to 'Prefered 5G' ..i have tried a thousand troubleshooting methods nothing works even after the recent one ui 8.0 update.
I got a new phone (Galaxy A16 5G) on Sunday, and it's quite frankly awful. However, I think most of the mainstream options are going to have the same problems, and I don't know where to go to research alternatives.
I've been seriously considering upgrading from my 4GB 128GB Samsung Galaxy A16 5G because, yeah, it has only 4 GB of RAM. It also experiences severe lag issues when performing simple tasks, such as booting and running certain apps that I typically use for school and workflow.
It’s wild how we’ve finally reached a point where even budget phones in 2025 look futuristic. My last Samsung was a Galaxy S4 back in the day, and I still use it as a music player. And here’s my Galaxy A16 5G… even though it’s a budget phone, it perfectly fits my needs…
hello, i just bought an A16 5G. SUPER slow. wth?!?
It's great. Not too phoney or smart. Suits me fine.
Fr It almost doesn't lag especially after one ui 7
Short answers to what people ask most about this phone.
₹13,990. That is the lower of the two: ₹16,999 on Amazon and ₹13,990 on Flipkart, so Flipkart is cheaper today by ₹3,009.
Flipkart, by ₹3,009. Amazon has it at ₹16,999 and Flipkart at ₹13,990.
Our verdict is consider, 3.4 out of 5. It scores best on display and worst on battery. Scores come from the specification sheet and today's price, judged against other phones at the same price.
Today's ₹13,990 is the lowest we have recorded in 36 days of tracking, so there is nothing to wait for on the evidence we have.
We score it 4.0 out of 5 for display. The AMOLED panel and 1080x2340 resolution are strong for this price, so text and video look crisp and colors have good punch. The 90 Hz refresh rate feels smoother than 60 Hz phones, though 120 Hz options do exist nearby.
We score it 3.7 out of 5 for value for money. At ₹13990, it offers a strong screen, 5G, NFC and long software support from a well-known brand. The value is good overall, even if battery and charging are not class-leading.
We score it 2.5 out of 5 for battery. Battery life is workable rather than a highlight. The 5000 mAh cell is standard, 25W charging is only moderate, and the tested endurance points to a phone that is best treated as a one-day device for most people.
AMOLED Full HD screen; Reliable everyday 5G; Clean main camera.
Battery life is average; Slow 25W charging; Gaming headroom is limited.
We score them level — 3.4 against 3.5. They cost about the same today.
No — we score the Mivi One 5G 3.5 against the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G's 3.4. They cost about the same today.
For casual games, yes. We score it 3.7 out of 5 for performance — enough for everyday play, short of the phones people buy specifically to game on.
We score it 3.0 out of 5 for camera, judged against other phones at this price. The 50 MP main camera with autofocus and an f/1.8 lens should deliver decent daylight photos, and the 13 MP front camera is usable for calls and selfies. Low-light shots and video are more basic, so this is a practical camera setup rather than a standout one.
At this price, the Samsung Galaxy M15 5G — we score it 3.6 against the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G's 3.4 at ₹15,999.
₹13,990 mein Samsung Galaxy A16 5G ko hum consider rate karte hain (3.4/5). Iska sabse accha point display hai, aur sabse kamzor battery.
The phones people weigh against it at this price, with our score and today’s lowest price for each.
| Phone | Price | ZuPick score | How it compares |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy A16 5G this phone | ₹13,990 | 3.4/5 | — |
| POCO M6 Plus 5G | ₹13,499 | 3.5/5 | Too close to call, at much the same price. Full comparison → |
| Mivi One 5G | ₹13,999 | 3.5/5 | Mivi One 5G scores 0.2 higher for about the same money. Full comparison → |
| Lava Bold N4 Pro 5G | ₹14,999 | 3.5/5 | Lava Bold N4 Pro 5G scores 0.2 higher; Samsung Galaxy A16 5G saves ₹1,009. Full comparison → |
| Samsung Galaxy M15 5G | ₹15,999 | 3.6/5 | Samsung Galaxy M15 5G scores 0.3 higher; Samsung Galaxy A16 5G saves ₹2,009. Full comparison → |
Scores are ours, out of five, judged against other phones at the same price — how we rate. Prices are the lower of Amazon and Flipkart.
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