Infinix Smart 7 HD vs Samsung Galaxy A16

The Infinix Smart 7 HD (2023) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T606, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A16 leads — 25/100 vs 10/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Smart 7 HD doesn't.

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is noticeably better than the Infinix Smart 7 HD — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Smart 7 HD
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 55
Value for money 55
Samsung Galaxy A16
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 37
Design 50
Value for money 97
What makes Infinix Smart 7 HD better?
  • Lighter: 196g vs 200g

  • Better design/ergonomics (55/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A16 better?
  • Faster charging: 25W vs 10W

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Smart 7 HD vs the Samsung Galaxy A16, the Samsung Galaxy A16 scores 15 points higher (25/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 7 HD (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 7 HD (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Infinix Smart 7 HD are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Infinix Smart 7 HD is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 7 HD (97/100 vs 55/100).

Infinix Smart 7 HD: The Infinix Smart 7 HD is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy A16: The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Infinix Smart 7 HD Samsung Galaxy A16
Processor Unisoc Tiger T606 MediaTek Helio G99
AnTuTu 503850
Geekbench Single 760
Geekbench Multi 1890
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.7" Super AMOLED
Resolution 720x1612 1080x2340
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 10W 25W
DXOMark (camera) 77
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 5 MP
Front camera 5 MP 13 MP
RAM 2GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 64GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12 (Go edition) Android 14, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1
Brightness (peak) 500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 163.9×75.5×8.7 mm 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm
Weight 196 g 200 g
Price $182
Camera comparison
Infinix Smart 7 HD
  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Samsung Galaxy A16
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Infinix Smart 7 HD
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Samsung Galaxy A16
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Infinix Smart 7 HD
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Samsung Galaxy A16
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Infinix Smart 7 HD
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy A16
$182
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 7 HD (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 7 HD (24/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Infinix Smart 7 HD are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Infinix Smart 7 HD is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 7 HD (97/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 7 HD or the Samsung Galaxy A16?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is noticeably better than the Infinix Smart 7 HD — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 7 HD and the Samsung Galaxy A16?

The Infinix Smart 7 HD has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Samsung Galaxy A16 — 25/100.

Which has the better camera: the Infinix Smart 7 HD or the Samsung Galaxy A16?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Infinix Smart 7 HD over the Samsung Galaxy A16?

The Infinix Smart 7 HD is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.