The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is a feature-packed budget smartphone that brings reliable next-gen connectivity and stellar long-term software support to the entry-level segment. Featuring a larger 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display, an upgraded 90Hz refresh rate, a slim 7.9mm profile, and an industry-leading commitment of 6 years of OS upgrades, it delivers exceptional value and longevity for daily users.
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Price and Availability
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G officially launched in the Philippines on November 13, 2024. Locally, it carries an official retail price of ₱13,990 for the configuration equipped with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. It is widely available for purchase across Samsung Experience Stores, authorized nationwide retailers, and official online flagship stores on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.
Additional Samsung Galaxy A16 5G General information is listed above. Includes dimensions, weight, materials, colors and overall build quality. Covers screen size, resolution, refresh rate, and display technology. Includes chipset, CPU, GPU, RAM, and overall performance capability. Covers operating system, user interface, and additional smart features. Details the camera system, sensors, video capabilities, and shooting features. Details audio quality, speakers, and supported media formats. Lists network support, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and other connectivity options. Includes fingerprint, face unlock, and built-in sensors. Shows battery capacity, charging speed, and power-related features.Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Specifications
Brand Samsung Model Galaxy A16 5G Launch Date November 13, 2024 Release Date November 13, 2024 Status Available Price ₱13,990 Dimensions 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm Weight 192 g Build Material Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back Water & Dust Resistance Dust protected and water splash resistant IP Rating IP54 SIM Type Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, SIM 1 + Hybrid [SIM or microSD]) Colors Blue Black, Light Gray, Gold, Light Green Screen Size 6.7 inches Display Type Super AMOLED Resolution 2340 x 1080 (FHD+) Refresh Rate 90Hz Aspect Ratio 19.5:9 Pixel Density (PPI) 385 PPI Brightness 800 nits (HBM) Protection Toughened glass Chipset MediaTek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) CPU Octa-core (2x 2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x 2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) GPU Mali-G57 MC2 RAM Options 8GB RAM Internal Storage Options 256GB Expandable Storage Yes (microSDXC, uses shared SIM slot, up to 1.5TB) Operating System Android 14 UI / Skin One UI 6.1 (Eligible for up to 6 generations of OS upgrades) Special Features Samsung Knox Vault, up to 6 generations of Android OS upgrades and 6 years of security updates. Main Camera 50 MP, f/1.8 (wide), AF Secondary 5 MP, f/2.2 (ultrawide); 2 MP, f/2.4 (macro) Features LED flash, HDR, Panorama Video Recording 1080p @ 30fps, gyro-EIS Front Camera 13 MP, f/2.0 Front Camera Features Portrait mode, screen flash Front Video Recording 1080p @ 30fps Speakers Single Loudspeaker (Bottom-firing) Audio Features Dolby Atmos (via headphones) 3.5mm Jack No Video Formats Supported MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM Network 5G, 4G LTE, 3G, 2G Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) Bluetooth 5.3 GPS GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS NFC Yes IR Blaster No USB USB-C 2.0 Fingerprint Sensor Side-mounted Face Unlock Yes Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, geomagnetic sensor, light sensor, virtual proximity sensor Battery Capacity 5,000 mAh Charging Type Wired Charging Speed 25W Fast Charging (Charger sold separately) Wireless Charging No Reverse Charging No
Pros and Cons
- Pros:
- Unprecedented 6 years of major OS upgrades and security updates for a budget phone.
- Vibrant 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with a smooth 90Hz refresh rate.
- Generous 256GB internal storage configuration bundled with 8GB RAM.
- Slimmer 7.9mm modern profile featuring an IP54 dust and splash resistance rating.
- Reliable 5,000mAh battery capacity.
- Cons:
- Retains a single mono speaker setup instead of stereo speakers.
- Does not include a 3.5mm headphone jack.
- Power adapter is not included inside the retail box.
- Charging speed is capped at a modest 25W.
