Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy A16
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; estimated prices are $1199 and $182. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads — 56/100 vs 25/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,617,706 vs 503,850); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the stronger camera (163 vs 77); the Samsung Galaxy A16 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 232g).
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Samsung Galaxy A16
- Higher AnTuTu: 1617706 vs 503850
- Better Geekbench Single: 2296 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6203 vs 1890
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 39W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (33/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Lighter: 200g vs 232g
- Cheaper: $182 vs $1199
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 10/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs the Samsung Galaxy A16, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL scores 31 points higher (56/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (33/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (90/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 leads (97/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (33/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (90/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (97/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | Samsung Galaxy A16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 1617706 | 503850 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2296 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6203 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 39W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 163 | 77 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 5 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $182 |
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Samsung Galaxy A16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 39W
- Wireless: 25W
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy A16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads Samsung Galaxy A16 by 221.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1017. Samsung Galaxy A16 is cheaper by $1017.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (33/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (90/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (50/100 vs 10/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (97/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy A16?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 by 31 points (56/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy A16?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Samsung Galaxy A16 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy A16?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on camera score (90/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Samsung Galaxy A16?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on performance (33/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL over the Samsung Galaxy A16?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.