OPPO A6 5G vs Samsung Galaxy M16
The OPPO A6 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Samsung Galaxy M16 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO A6 5G leads — 46/100 vs 45/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO A6 5G has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M16 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO A6 5G
Samsung Galaxy M16
What makes OPPO A6 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M16 better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 216g
- Better camera (33/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO A6 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy M16, the OPPO A6 5G scores 1 points higher (46/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO A6 5G leads (71/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the OPPO A6 5G are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO A6 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (71/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 notably outperforms the OPPO A6 5G (65/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO A6 5G | Samsung Galaxy M16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 800 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 216 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $210 | — |
Camera comparison
OPPO A6 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
OPPO A6 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO A6 5G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy M16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO A6 5G and Samsung Galaxy M16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy M16
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the OPPO A6 5G are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO A6 5G notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (71/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 notably outperforms the OPPO A6 5G (65/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO A6 5G or the Samsung Galaxy M16?
The OPPO A6 5G edges out the Samsung Galaxy M16 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OPPO A6 5G and the Samsung Galaxy M16?
The OPPO A6 5G has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Samsung Galaxy M16 — 45/100.
Should you choose the OPPO A6 5G over the Samsung Galaxy M16?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the OPPO A6 5G (71/100 vs 44/100).