Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 45/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A16 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A16
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A16 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 218g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 35 points higher (80/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (88/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A16 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A16 by 82.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A16
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (92/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (88/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (81/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 by 35 points (80/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.