Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8

The Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 72/100 vs 44/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A16 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 503,850); the Samsung Galaxy A16 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 by 28 points (72/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A16
Performance 42
Display 67
Camera 33
Battery 44
Portability 60
Value for money
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 98
Display 79
Camera 50
Battery 52
Portability 44
Value for money 48
What makes Samsung Galaxy A16 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Lighter: 200g vs 215g

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 503850
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 727
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2047
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better camera (50/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 28 points higher (72/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (98/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (98/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (50/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (60/100 vs 44/100).

Samsung Galaxy A16: The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A16 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 503850 3942923
Geekbench Single 727 3640
Geekbench Multi 2047 11033
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080x2340 1968x2184
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 25W 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 10 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 16 / One UI 8.5
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP48
Dimensions 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm
Weight 200 g 215 g
Launch price $1999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
33
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
67
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A16
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A16 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A16 MediaTek Helio G99
44/100
503850 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
72/100 +87.2%
3942923 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Samsung Galaxy A16 by 87.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A16
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (98/100 vs 42/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (50/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (60/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 by 28 points (72/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 72/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 33/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 42/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?

The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.