Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 44/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A16 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 510,132); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 200g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A16
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Samsung Galaxy A16 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 510132
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2047
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 200g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 30 points higher (74/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 leads (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (89/100 vs 42/100). 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 (77/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (89/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 510132 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 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, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 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 | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 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
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A16 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Samsung Galaxy A16 by 82.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy A16
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (89/100 vs 42/100).
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 (77/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 is a bit better (44/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (89/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 by 30 points (74/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.