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Samsung Galaxy A16 5G reviews
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3.75out of 5
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Manufacturer codeSM-A166BZKDEUB
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About the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
Samsung SM-A166BZKDEUB is listed in the smartphones category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 17 cm (6.7"); internal storage capacity: 128 GB; mobile network generation: 5G; operating system installed: Android 14. This entry covers manufacturer code SM-A166BZKDEUB. 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.
The listed maximum refresh rate is 90 Hz. A higher refresh rate can make scrolling and supported games look smoother. The rate used depends on the app and display settings, and can affect battery life.
- Screen size
- 17 cm (6.7")
- Screen resolution
- 1080 x 2340 pixels
- Maximum refresh rate
- 90 Hz
- Memory (RAM)
- 4 GB
- Storage capacity
- 128 GB
- Mobile network generation
- 5G
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3.50 / 5Original rating: 3.5 / 5
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91Mobiles
3.75 / 5Original rating: 7.5 / 10
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4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
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Samsung Galaxy A16 5G review: Focusing on what matters
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Samsung Galaxy A16 5G review: A future-proof budget 5G phone with long-term software support
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Samsung Galaxy A16 5G specifications
Manufacturer code: SM-A166BZKDEUB · Icecat product 122282998 · 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 |
| Maximum refresh rate | 90 Hz |
| Memory (RAM) | 4 GB |
| Storage capacity | 128 GB |
| Mobile network generation | 5G |
| Rear camera resolution | 50 MP |
| Battery capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Operating system installed | Android 14 |
| NFC | Yes |
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Audio & listening3 details
| Hearing aid compatibility | Yes |
|---|---|
| Speakers | Mono |
| Audio formats supported | 3GA, AAC, AMR, AWB, FLAC, IMY, M4A, Mid, MIDI, MP3, MXMF, OGA, OGG, OTA, RTTTL, RTX, WAV, XMF |
Display5 details
| Screen shape | Flat |
|---|---|
| Display technology marketing name | Super AMOLED |
| Panel type | AMOLED |
| Display number of colours | 16 million colours |
| Rounded display corners | Yes |
Processor, memory & storage5 details
| Processor cores | 8 |
|---|---|
| Processor frequency | 2 GHz |
| Processor boost frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Maximum frame rate | 30 fps |
Camera, image & video19 details
| Second rear camera resolution (numeric) | 5 MP |
|---|---|
| Third rear camera resolution (numeric) | 2 MP |
| Fourth rear camera resolution (numeric) | 50 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 |
| Front camera flash | No |
| Video capture resolution (max) | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Resolution at capture speed | 1920x1080@30fps |
| Rear camera type | Triple camera |
| Auto focus | Yes |
| Zoom capability | Yes |
| Image stabilizer | Yes |
| Video formats supported | 3G2, 3GP, AVI, FLV, M4V, MKV, MP4, WEBM |
Printing, scanning & paper1 detail
| Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL) | No |
|---|
Connections & wireless13 details
| SIM card capability | 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 |
| 2G bands (primary SIM) | 850,1900,1800,900 MHz |
| 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) | 16 h |
Power & battery9 details
| Removable battery | No |
|---|---|
| Battery endurance in cycles | 1200 |
| Continuous video playback time (max) | 18 h |
| Wireless audio playback time | 79 h |
| Wireless video playback time | 18 h |
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
| Energy efficiency class | B |
| Energy efficiency scale | A to G |
| Battery endurance per cycle | 2610 min |
Controls & features7 details
| Slow motion mode | Yes |
|---|---|
| Slow motion rate | 120fps @HD |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Magnetic sensor | Yes |
| Geomagnetic sensor | Yes |
Design & dimensions8 details
| Form factor | Bar |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Dark Blue |
| Colour name | Blue Black |
| Water and dust resistance (IP rating) | IP54 |
| Width | 77.9 mm |
| Depth | 7.9 mm |
| Height | 164.4 mm |
| Weight | 200 g |
Software & compatibility4 details
| 3G bands supported | 2100,900,1900,850,1700 MHz |
|---|---|
| 4G bands supported | 2100,700,800,1900,850,1800,2300,2600,900,1700,2500 MHz |
| 5G bands supported | 2100,700,800,1800,2600,900,2300,2500,3700,3500 MHz |
| Compatibility | Galaxy Ring, Galaxy Buds3 Pro, Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Galaxy Buds Pro, Galaxy Buds Live, Galaxy Buds+, Galaxy Buds3, Galaxy Buds2, Galaxy Buds, Galaxy Buds FE, Galaxy Fit3, Galaxy Fit2, Galaxy Fit e, Galaxy Fit, Galaxy Watch FE, Galaxy Watch Ultra, Galaxy Watch7, Galaxy Watch6, Galaxy Watch5, Galaxy Watch4, Galaxy Watch3, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Watch Active2, Galaxy Watch Active |
Further product details23 details
| User memory | 109.3 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum memory card size | 1.5 TB |
| Memory card slot type | Hybrid slot |
| 2G standards | GSM |
| 3G standards | WCDMA |
| 4G standard | LTE-TDD & LTE-FDD |
| 5G standard | Sub6 TDD |
| Subscription type | No subscription |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| BeiDou | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS) | Yes |
| Position location | Yes |
| Platform | Android |
| Browsing time (4G) (max) | 15 h |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Repeated free fall reliability class | B |
| Repairability class | C |
| Repairability index | 8.4 |
| Pre-installed applications | Galaxy Ring, Galaxy Buds3 Pro, Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Galaxy Buds Pro, Galaxy Buds Live, Galaxy Buds+, Galaxy Buds3, Galaxy Buds2, Galaxy Buds, Galaxy Buds FE, Galaxy Fit3, Galaxy Fit2, Galaxy Fit e, Galaxy Fit, Galaxy Watch FE, Galaxy Watch Ultra, Galaxy Watch7, Galaxy Watch6, Galaxy Watch5, Galaxy Watch4, Galaxy Watch3, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Watch Active2, Galaxy Watch Active |
| Security update term | 31 October 2030 |
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