Infinix Note 30 vs Samsung Galaxy A16
The Infinix Note 30 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Note 30 leads — 46/100 vs 44/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Infinix Note 30 is faster in AnTuTu (554,590 vs 510,132); the Samsung Galaxy A16 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 30
Samsung Galaxy A16
What makes Infinix Note 30 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 554590 vs 510132
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A16 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 219g
- Better display (67/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 30 vs the Samsung Galaxy A16, the Infinix Note 30 scores 2 points higher (46/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Note 30 and the Samsung Galaxy A16 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Infinix Note 30 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 30 is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 30 and the Samsung Galaxy A16 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 30 (60/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 30 | Samsung Galaxy A16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 510132 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 14, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 580 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.6×8.6 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 30
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 30
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 30
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 30 and Samsung Galaxy A16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Infinix Note 30 leads Samsung Galaxy A16 by 8.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Infinix Note 30 and the Samsung Galaxy A16 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Infinix Note 30 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 30 is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 30 and the Samsung Galaxy A16 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 notably outperforms the Infinix Note 30 (60/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 30 or the Samsung Galaxy A16?
The Infinix Note 30 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A16 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 30 and the Samsung Galaxy A16?
The Infinix Note 30 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Samsung Galaxy A16 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 30 or the Samsung Galaxy A16?
The Infinix Note 30 leads on camera score (40/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 30 over the Samsung Galaxy A16?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Samsung Galaxy A16 (60/100 vs 41/100).