Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 45/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Fold has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A16 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A16
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Samsung Galaxy A16 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 219g
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 41 points higher (86/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (85/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Samsung Galaxy A16 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 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) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A16 and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Samsung Galaxy A16 by 89.4% 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 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (99/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (85/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (75/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold and the Samsung Galaxy A16 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 by 41 points (86/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.