Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 44/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,700,848 vs 503,850); the Samsung Galaxy A16 is thinner (7.9mm vs 8.9mm).
Samsung Galaxy A16
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Lighter: 200g vs 209g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1700848 vs 503850
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 67/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 21 points higher (65/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (70/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (43/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (70/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (72/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (60/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 503850 | 1700848 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | — | $300 |
Samsung Galaxy A16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A16 and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A16 by 70.4% in our overall performance rating.
Samsung Galaxy A16
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (70/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (94/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (72/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (60/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 by 21 points (65/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (43/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (70/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.