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Manufacturer codeSM-A165FZKBEEB
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About the Samsung A16
Samsung SM-A165FZKBEEB is listed in the smartphones category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 17 cm (6.7"); internal storage capacity: 128 GB; mobile network generation: 4G; operating system installed: Android 14. This entry covers manufacturer code SM-A165FZKBEEB. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 17 cm (6.7") display is specified at 1080 x 2340 pixels. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
- Screen size
- 17 cm (6.7")
- Screen resolution
- 1080 x 2340 pixels
- Memory (RAM)
- 4 GB
- Storage capacity
- 128 GB
- Mobile network generation
- 4G
- Rear camera resolution
- 50 MP
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2.50 / 5Original rating: 2.5 / 5
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Samsung A16 specifications
Manufacturer code: SM-A165FZKBEEB · Icecat product 125113687 · Checked 23 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 17 cm (6.7") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels |
| Memory (RAM) | 4 GB |
| Storage capacity | 128 GB |
| Mobile network generation | 4G |
| Rear camera resolution | 50 MP |
| Battery capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Operating system installed | Android 14 |
| NFC | Yes |
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Audio & listening4 details
| Frequency band | Dual-band |
|---|---|
| Speakerphone | Yes |
| Speakers | Mono |
| Audio formats supported | 3GA, AAC, AMR, AWB, FLAC, IMY, M4A, Mid, MIDI, MP3, MXMF, OGA, OGG, OTA, RTTTL, RTX, WAV, XMF |
Display4 details
| Screen shape | Flat |
|---|---|
| Display technology marketing name | Super AMOLED |
| Panel type | AMOLED |
| Display number of colours | 16 million colours |
Processor, memory & storage5 details
| Processor cores | 8 |
|---|---|
| Processor frequency | 2 GHz |
| Processor boost frequency | 2.2 GHz |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Maximum frame rate | 120 fps |
Camera, image & video15 details
| Second rear camera resolution (numeric) | 5 MP |
|---|---|
| Macro camera resolution (numeric) | 2 MP |
| Rear camera aperture number | 1.8 |
| Second rear camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Third rear camera aperture number | 2.4 |
| Digital zoom | 10x |
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 13 MP |
| Front camera aperture number | 2 |
| Rear camera flash | Yes |
| Video capture resolution (max) | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Rear camera type | Triple camera |
| Auto focus | Yes |
| Video call | Yes |
| Video formats supported | 3G2, 3GP, AV1, FLV, M4V, MKV, MP4, WEBM |
Printing, scanning & paper1 detail
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
|---|
Connections & wireless12 details
| SIM card capability | Hybrid Dual SIM |
|---|---|
| SIM card type | NanoSIM |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| USB port | Yes |
| USB connector type | USB Type-C |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| Headphone connectivity | USB Type-C |
| Browsing time (Wi-Fi) (max) | 18 h |
Power & battery8 details
| Removable battery | No |
|---|---|
| Battery endurance in cycles | 1200 |
| Stated music playback time | 74 h |
| Continuous video playback time (max) | 18 h |
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
| Energy efficiency class | B |
| Energy efficiency scale | A to G |
| Battery endurance per cycle | 2710 min |
Controls & features5 details
| Slow motion mode | Yes |
|---|---|
| Slow motion rate | 120 fps |
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Geomagnetic sensor | Yes |
Design & dimensions7 details
| Form factor | Bar |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Water and dust resistance (IP rating) | IP54 |
| Width | 77.9 mm |
| Depth | 7.9 mm |
| Height | 164.4 mm |
| Weight | 200 g |
Software & compatibility2 details
| 3G bands supported | 850,900,2100 MHz |
|---|---|
| 4G bands supported | 700,800,850,900,1800,2100,2300,2500,2600 MHz |
Further product details21 details
| User memory | 108.3 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum memory card size | 1.5 TB |
| 3G standards | UMTS, WCDMA |
| 4G standard | LTE-TDD & LTE-FDD |
| 5G standard | Not supported |
| Subscription type | No subscription |
| Short Message Service (SMS) | Yes |
| Yes | |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| BeiDou | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS) | Yes |
| Position location | Yes |
| Vibrating alert | Yes |
| Platform | Android |
| Browsing time (4G) (max) | 19 h |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Repeated free fall reliability class | B |
| Repairability class | C |
| Repairability index | 8.3 |
Specifications describe the supplied product data, not measured review results. Battery life, range and performance figures are source claims and can vary with use.
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