Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $199 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 44/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 607,489).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Samsung Galaxy A16 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $999
- Overall rating 44/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 992
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2197
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 190g vs 200g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 26 points higher (70/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A16 5G — 50/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (91/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (40/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A16 5G | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 607489 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 992 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2197 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 77 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / One UI 6.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Samsung Galaxy A16 5G by 80.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. Samsung Galaxy A16 5G was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (91/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (89/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (40/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G by 26 points (70/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.