Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $199 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 44/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 607,489); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X300 Pro has the stronger camera (171 vs 77); the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is noticeably lighter (200g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy A16 5G better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $899
- Better portability (60/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 992
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2197
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 44 points higher (88/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A16 5G — 50/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (94/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (96/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (60/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A16 5G | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 607489 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 992 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2197 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 77 | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / One UI 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A16 5G by 81.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Samsung Galaxy A16 5G was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (94/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (84/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (96/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (81/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (60/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G by 44 points (88/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.