Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
4.4 (4K reviews)
Already a customer?
Already a customer?
Color: Blue Black
Storage: 128 GB
1 available offer
of $40 per device
Compare devices
 Currently Viewing Samsung Galaxy A16 5GStarts at price $5.55/mo for 36 months, 0% APR |  Samsung Galaxy A36 5GStarts at price $11.11/mo for 36 months, 0% APR |  Samsung Galaxy A42 5GStarts at price $9.99/mo for 36 months, 0% APR |  Samsung Galaxy A23 5G UWStarts at price $9.72/mo for 36 months, 0% APR |
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Battery lifeUp to 29 hours | Samsung Galaxy A36 5G Battery lifeUp to 31 hours | Samsung Galaxy A42 5G Battery life | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G UW Battery lifeUp to 32 hrs |
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Screen | Samsung Galaxy A36 5G Screen6.7 in Super AMOLED | Samsung Galaxy A42 5G ScreenSuper AMOLED Infinity-U | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G UW Screen6.6 in |
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Reviews4.4 out of 5 rating 4.4 (4K reviews) | Samsung Galaxy A36 5G Reviews4.5 out of 5 rating 4.5 (663 reviews) | Samsung Galaxy A42 5G Reviews3.0 out of 5 rating 3.0 (243 reviews) | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G UW Reviews4.1 out of 5 rating 4.1 (775 reviews) |
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Storage128 GB (Subject to availability) | Samsung Galaxy A36 5G Storage128 GB (Subject to availability) | Samsung Galaxy A42 5G Storage128 GB (Subject to availability) | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G UW Storage64 GB (Subject to availability) |
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Rear camera50MP (F1.8) AF | 5MP (F2.2) UW | 2MP (F2.4) Macro | Flash | Samsung Galaxy A36 5G Rear camera50MP (F1.8) AF OIS, 8MP (F2.2) UltraWide,5MP(F2.4) Macro, Flash | Samsung Galaxy A42 5G Rear cameraMain 48MP F1.8 + Flash Ultrawide 8MP F2.2 Depth 2MP F2.4 Single Take, Fun Mode, Portrait, Night Mode. Hyperlapse | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G UW Rear camera(Main) 50MP AF F1.8 + (UltraWide) 5MP F2.2 + (Macro) 2MP F2.4 + (Depth) 2MP F2.4 + Flash |
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Colors | Samsung Galaxy A36 5G Colors | Samsung Galaxy A42 5G Colors | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G UW Colors |
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G | Samsung Galaxy A36 5G | Samsung Galaxy A42 5G | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G UW |
Reviews
4.4
3994 reviews
64% of reviewers recommend this product.
The A16 phone
TonyR48 · 3 hours ago
Samsung US Originally posted on Samsung US
The device has amazing features
PiscesQween2 · 3 hours ago
Samsung US Originally posted on Samsung US
- Measured diagonally, the screen size is 6.7" in the full rectangle and 6.5" accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and the camera cutout.
- IP54 rating for water and dust resistance. Water resistance based on laboratory test conditions for exposure to splashes of fresh water. Not advised for beach or pool use. Dust resistance based on laboratory test conditions, with limited protection against dust ingress.
- Only compatible with NFC enabled credit cards from participating banks and qualifying Samsung devices. Check with your bank/issuer to ensure that your card is compatible. Visit the Samsung Wallet FAQ for additional information.
- Portion of memory occupied by existing content. MicroSD card sold separately.
- Please visit the Samsung Wallet FAQ for additional information: https://www.samsung.com/us/apps/samsung-wallet/faq/ . Network coverage may affect feature usage.
- Only compatible with NFC-enabled credit cards from participating banks and qualifying Samsung devices. Check with your bank / issuer to ensure that your card is compatible.
- Digital ID only for select corporate, government and educational institution partners. Mobile Driver's License only for TSA ID purposes, only for ID holders from select states and at select TSA checkpoints. Mobile Driver's License for TSA ID only and does not replace physical license.
- 25W Super Fast Charger sold separately. Super Fast Charging speed depends on battery level and other factors; use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables; do not use any worn or damaged chargers or cables; incompatible charger or cable can cause serious injuries or damage to your device.
- Available for free on Samsung Smart TVs released after 2016, Galaxy devices, Smart Monitors, Family Hub refrigerators and the web. Internet required to stream.
Design
Colors
Blue Black
Height
6.47 in
Width
3.07 in
Notable Materials
DT Pro
Weight
7.05 oz
Depth
0.31 in
Charging Port
USB Type C
Accessibility
Overall
Accessibility Shortcut, Android Accessibility Suite, Bixby
Auditory
Hearing Aid Support, Live Caption, Live Transcribe, Real-Time Text, Sound Amplifier, Sound Notifications
Voice Assistant
Google Assistant, Bixby
Mobility
Switch Access
HAC
Pass
Visual
Magnification, Text and display, TalkBack, Select to Speak
Battery
Standby Time
Up to 350 hours
mAh (per hour)
5,000mAh
Usage Time
Up to 29 hours
Fast Charge
Y
Network
4G
4G LTE speeds range between 11 and 75 Mbps for downloads and between 1 and 13 Mbps for uploads. Great for voice calls, downloading files, web surfing and other activities that don't require higher bandwidth.
Wi-fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Tri-Band (2.4/5/6GHz) | Wi-Fi 6E
SAR
Head: 0.56 W/Kg | Body: 0.87 W/Kg | Router: 0.87 W/Kg | Simul: 1.55 | W/Kg
FCC ID
A3LSMA166U
Global & Roaming Network
4G: 1, 3, 7, 12, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 5G: n77, n78 | GSM/UMTS Quad
5G Nationwide
5G speeds range between 35 Mbps and 143 Mbps for downloads and between 5 and 31 Mbps for uploads. Great for gaming, streaming, and other steady bandwidth activities.
5G Ultra Wide-Band
5G Ultra Wideband speeds range between 195 and 634 Mbps for downloads and between 10 and 53 Mbps for uploads. Great for work, file-sharing, video conferencing, and other high-bandwidth activities.
World Device
Y
Camera
Rear Camera
50MP (F1.8) AF | 5MP (F2.2) UW | 2MP (F2.4) Macro | Flash
Front Camera
13MP FF F2.0
Video Recording
FHD 1920x1080 @ 30fps | HD 1280x720 @ 30fps
Camera Modes
Portrait, Photo, Video, Pro, Panorama, Food, Night, Macro, Slow Motion, Hyperlapse
Performance
Bluetooth
Yes, BT 5.3
Processor
Exynos 1330 | Octa-core (2 x 2.4GHz + 6 x 2.0GHz)
OS
Android 14.0
Expandable Memory
Y
Hotspot
Y
Memory/Storage
128GB (ROM) + 4GB LPDDR4 (RAM)
Security
Fingerprint, Facial recognition
Display
Screen Size
6.7 in
Refresh Rate
90 Hz
Screen Type
Super AMOLED
Aspect Ratio
FHD+ 1080 x 2340 (19.5:9)
SKU#
SKU#
What's in the box
- Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
- Quick Reference Guide/Samsung Terms & Conditions
- USB Cable (Type C to C)
- Pre-Installed SIM Card (PREPAID ONLY)
- Measured diagonally, the screen size is 6.7" in the full rectangle and 6.5" accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and the camera cutout.
- IP54 rating for water and dust resistance. Water resistance based on laboratory test conditions for exposure to splashes of fresh water. Not advised for beach or pool use. Dust resistance based on laboratory test conditions, with limited protection against dust ingress.
- Only compatible with NFC enabled credit cards from participating banks and qualifying Samsung devices. Check with your bank/issuer to ensure that your card is compatible. Visit the Samsung Wallet FAQ for additional information.
- Portion of memory occupied by existing content. MicroSD card sold separately.
- Please visit the Samsung Wallet FAQ for additional information: https://www.samsung.com/us/apps/samsung-wallet/faq/ . Network coverage may affect feature usage.
- Only compatible with NFC-enabled credit cards from participating banks and qualifying Samsung devices. Check with your bank / issuer to ensure that your card is compatible.
- Digital ID only for select corporate, government and educational institution partners. Mobile Driver's License only for TSA ID purposes, only for ID holders from select states and at select TSA checkpoints. Mobile Driver's License for TSA ID only and does not replace physical license.
- 25W Super Fast Charger sold separately. Super Fast Charging speed depends on battery level and other factors; use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables; do not use any worn or damaged chargers or cables; incompatible charger or cable can cause serious injuries or damage to your device.
- Available for free on Samsung Smart TVs released after 2016, Galaxy devices, Smart Monitors, Family Hub refrigerators and the web. Internet required to stream.
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Reviews
4.4
3994 reviews
64% of reviewers recommend this product.
Customers are saying
Customers say the camera takes great photos. They find the display clear and bright. Some say battery life is great, others disagree. They feel it's a good phone for the price.
This summary was AI-generated from customer reviews.
The A16 phone
TonyR48 · 3 hours ago
Samsung US Originally posted on Samsung US
The device has amazing features
PiscesQween2 · 3 hours ago
Samsung US Originally posted on Samsung US
Very easy to use
PiscesQween · 3 hours ago
Samsung US Originally posted on Samsung US
The screen is big
Scorpionkiller · 3 hours ago
Samsung US Originally posted on Samsung US
Great quality, very durable, great big screen
Trini gal · 4 hours ago
Samsung US Originally posted on Samsung US
This celular device is the best budget phone
AnAccident · 5 hours ago
Samsung US Originally posted on Samsung US
Good phone
Loveoverboard7 · 6 hours ago
Samsung US Originally posted on Samsung US
This phone has great features
Hale91 · 7 hours ago
Samsung US Originally posted on Samsung US
Better than the last
Locally918H8d · 13 hours ago
Samsung US Originally posted on Samsung US
Well this brand and product has great camera view
SexiiCherry · 13 hours ago
Samsung US Originally posted on Samsung US
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G FAQs
Hotspot . Sep 26, 2025
Will this phone have a hotspot
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has mobile hotspot capabilities, allowing you to share its 5G internet connection with other Wi-Fi-capable devices by creating a personal Wi-Fi network. To set it up, navigate to Settings > Connections > Mobile Hotspot and Tethering > Mobile Hotspot, where you can configure the network name and password. https://www.verizon.com/smartphones/samsung-galaxy-a16-5g/ -Natasha
A16 5G . Sep 14, 2025
What software is included with the A16? Apps Tools etc.
The phone has Android 15 with One UI 7.0. The Samsung Galaxy A16 comes with the standard suite of Google Android apps and Samsung's own software and services, known as One UI.-Will
Linda . Sep 10, 2025
Will my text messages transfer to this A16 and can I print textmessages from the A16?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G does have the ability to transfer data thru the Samsung Smartswitch app. The device will also have the capability to take screenshots of text messages to print or you can check for other 3rd party apps in the Google Play Store. -Kristen
Matt . Sep 3, 2025
Are there parental control options if i get this for my child?
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has parental controls through Google's Family Link app, Samsung's own Samsung Kids mode or with our Verizon Family service/app. -Necia
Nanny1251 . Sep 1, 2025
Does this phone come with a sim card?
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G does not come with a SIM card included in the box. ~Ivone
shannon . Aug 29, 2025
Does the Samsung A16 5G come with a sim card built in?
The phone supports both physical nano-SIM cards and an embedded eSIM. ~Maria
YANOSH . Aug 16, 2025
DOES THIS PHONE SUPPORT RUSSIAN LENGUADE
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A16 (both 4G and 5G versions) supports the Russian language. It is one of the languages available for the device's system settings, including the user interface and keyboard input. You can easily change the phone's language to Russian through the device's settings. -Cryssie
Tammy . Jul 28, 2025
Is this a new phone or is it certified rebuilt?
This is a new phone. -Will
Bruce . Jul 21, 2025
Does it have AI to help take or scan documents?
No, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G does not have the full suite of Galaxy AI features, according to multiple tech sites. While it runs on Android 14 with One UI 6.1, it does not include the AI features found on higher-end Galaxy S series phones. Features like AI photo editing, translation, and certain intelligent features are absent~Jorge
Headphone . Jul 13, 2025
Does this have a port for wired headphones?
https://www.sammobile.com/news/galaxy-a16-first-without-3-5mm-headphone-port/
Enter email address
By entering this email address and submitting this form, you agree to receive emails with information, offers, and promotions regarding Verizon products and services. You acknowledge being at least 18 years of age.
This page was generated on 2025-10-04T20:48:44.611Z.