Samsung Galaxy M16 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Samsung Galaxy M16 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 64/100 vs 45/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,453,683 vs 524,785); the Samsung Galaxy M16 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 299g).
Samsung Galaxy M16
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Lighter: 191g vs 299g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 47/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (73/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 67/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M16 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 19 points higher (64/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (58/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (58/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Samsung Galaxy M16 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (65/100 vs 47/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M16 | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 524785 | 1453683 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 191 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Samsung Galaxy M16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy M16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy M16 and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Samsung Galaxy M16 by 63.9% in our overall performance rating.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (73/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M16 (58/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Samsung Galaxy M16 are nearly equal (48/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M16 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (65/100 vs 47/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M16 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy M16 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M16 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy M16 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M16 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (58/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M16 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (73/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M16 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy M16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.