Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 30/100 vs 25/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy A16
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 200g
- Better camera (27/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 5 points higher (30/100 vs 25/100). 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 Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Samsung Galaxy A16 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 503850 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 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 | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $182 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Samsung Galaxy A16 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (65/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) edges out the Samsung Galaxy A16 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.