Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs Vivo X300s
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $199 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 44/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 607,137); the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is noticeably lighter (200g vs 217g).
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
Vivo X300s
- Lighter: 200g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $723
- Better portability (60/100 vs 42/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 607137
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 992
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2197
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 67/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 45 points higher (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A16 5G — 52/100, Vivo X300s — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (94/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (94/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (83/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (60/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A16 5G | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 607137 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 992 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2197 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 77 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / One UI 6.1 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 200 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $723 |
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Samsung Galaxy A16 5G by 83.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $524. Samsung Galaxy A16 5G was $524 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (94/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (94/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (94/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (83/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (60/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G by 45 points (89/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G and the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (94/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G over the Vivo X300s?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.