Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 45/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,667,711 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A16 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A16
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A16 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 226g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3667711 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 44 points higher (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (93/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (60/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3667711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 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 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A16 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A16 by 84.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A16
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (97/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (89/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (93/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (80/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (60/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 by 44 points (89/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.