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 $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 44/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 607,489); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the stronger camera (146 vs 77); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 200g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Samsung Galaxy A16 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $799
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 992
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2197
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 200g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 31 points higher (75/100 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 (77/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G leads (44/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A16 5G — 50/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 64/100; 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 is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (77/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (89/100 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 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2197 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 77 | 146 | |
| 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 | 128GB / 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 | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $799 |
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
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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: $600. Samsung Galaxy A16 5G was $600 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 is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (77/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (89/100 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 31 points (75/100 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 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 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.