Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads — 31/100 vs 25/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy A16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A16 is thinner (7.9mm vs 9.2mm).
Samsung Galaxy A16
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Lighter: 200g vs 203g
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (27/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 6 points higher (31/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A16 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 503850 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 77 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 203 g | |
| Price | $182 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A16 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) edges out the Samsung Galaxy A16 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 31/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a better fit for everyday use.