Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 44/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A16 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 503,850); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 200g).
Samsung Galaxy A16
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 503850
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 2047
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 163g vs 200g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 31 points higher (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 leads (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (73/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (97/100 vs 60/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 503850 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1099 |
Samsung Galaxy A16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A16 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Samsung Galaxy A16 by 83.4% in our overall performance rating.
Samsung Galaxy A16
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In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (89/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (73/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (44/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (97/100 vs 60/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 by 31 points (75/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.