Samsung Galaxy A16 5G

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Battery life

Up to 29 hours

Battery life

4G: Up to 28.29h | 5G: Up to 20.9h

Battery life

Screen

6.5" FHD+ Super AOMLED

Screen

6.4” FHD+, sAMOLED, Gorilla Glass 5

Screen

Super AMOLED Infinity-U

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(166)

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(299)

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(2852)

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(243)

Storage

128 GB (Subject to availability)

Storage

128 GB (Subject to availability)

Storage

128 GB (Subject to availability)

Storage

128 GB (Subject to availability)

Rear camera

50MP (F1.8) AF | 5MP (F2.2) UW | 2MP (F2.4) Macro | Flash

Rear camera

50MP(F1.8) AF | 5MP(F2.2) UW | 2MP(F2.4) Macro | Flash

Rear camera

Main: 50MP (F1.8) | UW: 12MP (F2.2) | Macro : 5MP (F2.4) Flash (Y)

Rear camera

Main 48MP F1.8 + Flash Ultrawide 8MP F2.2 Depth 2MP F2.4 Single Take, Fun Mode, Portrait, Night Mode. Hyperlapse

Colors

Overview

The Galaxy A16 5G brings you a stunning 6.7" display¹ that makes everything from videos to games pop with sharp, vivid clarity. Capture every moment in brilliant detail with its triple-lens camera, and say goodbye to blurry pics! With an IP54 rating,² Galaxy A16 is water- and dust-resistant to protect your phone in all kinds of environments. With features like Samsung Wallet for secure payments,^3,5,6 Super Fast Charging⁸ to keep you moving, and up to six years of updates, this phone has everything you need for a smooth, secure, and exciting experience. Need extra space? The A16 5G offers 128GB of built-in storage, expandable up to 1.5TB⁴, so you can keep all your photos, videos, and files on hand. Oh, and did we mention Samsung TV Plus? Get 350+ live channels and 1000s of movies on demand — all for free!⁹

Reviews

4.5

478 reviews

83% of reviewers recommend this product.

Galaxy Samsung phones are the best

Raefaye45 . 5 hours ago

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Both the A50 galaxy and this new galaxy Samsung phones are the best phones I've owned it holds tons and great all around easy use. It's easy and smooth moving from phone to TV your laptop. Keeps up with everything

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My new a16 5g

lovemynewa165g . 20 hours ago

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Actually I really enjoy my new a16 5g the only reason I gave it 4 starts is because I frustrate myself figuring out my new phone over my knock off Foxx brand phone I had before this because it's so much more I can customize and do with my new phone thank u

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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.

Specs

Awesome experience. Awesome value.

Galaxy A16 5G combines reliability with incredible value, making it the perfect companion for your daily routine. Packed with essential features like Samsung Wallet for secure payments³ and expandable storage for all your cherished memories⁴, A16 5G empowers you to stay organized and connected. Plus, with up to six years of software updates, your phone will remain secure and up to date.

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

Network

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

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

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)

Android 14.0

Expandable Memory

Hotspot

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#

SMA166UZKV

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.

Reviews

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Reviews

4.5

478 reviews

83% of reviewers recommend this product.

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Galaxy Samsung phones are the best

Raefaye45 . 5 hours ago

Samsung US Originally posted on Samsung US

My new a16 5g

lovemynewa165g . 20 hours ago

Samsung US Originally posted on Samsung US

Nice phone

Lubia12 . 1 day ago

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Samsung US Originally posted on Samsung US

This product quality is wonderful I love it

Nanabug96 . 1 day ago

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Very good apps and features these phones are amazing

Samsung US Originally posted on Samsung US

Great Value!

LOCALLYGROWN . 1 day ago

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Top quality for for a super great price! All of the features that I use on a daily basis are available on this device. Super fast and amazing visual content.

Samsung US Originally posted on Samsung US

The battery on this phone is excellent

Mikeylikesit . 1 day ago

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am very pleased with this phone my previous phone was a more expensive phone but the battery on my A16 is a longer lasting battery and I'm very pleased with its performance.

R&R - 19 hours ago

Hiya Mikeylikesit, Thanks for sharing your experience with your Galaxy A16 5G. We are thrilled to hear that your device delivers powerful battery life that stands out even compared to your previous device. Longevity and performance are two things we know matter most when you are on the go, and it’s great to hear your phone rising to the occasion. Thank you for your feedback. Your support means a lot to us at Samsung! -Ty Samsung Support smsng.us/Samsung-Support Samsung Community smsng.us/Samsung-Community Facebook smsng.us/Facebook-Messenger X https://smsng.us/X-Messages

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This device is great.

SamsungisKing . 1 day ago

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The A16 is a great phone, I am really in love with the battery life on it. I can play my games listen to music and still have juice left to scroll on social media. Samsung did an amazing job with this one

Samsung US Originally posted on Samsung US

Good midrange phone

Jeremy . 2 days ago

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The galaxy a16 5g is a good midrange phone. I wish the phone had a 6gb ram instead of a 4gb. Other then that I enjoy it. Pretty smooth scrolling, gaming is moderate, same for camera.

R&R - 1 day ago

Hey Jeremy, Thanks for your thoughtful feedback on your Galaxy A16 5G. It’s great to hear you are enjoying the smooth scrolling and overall experience on the Galaxy A16 5G! Our A-Series lineup is designed to strike that perfect balance between performance and everyday functionality, and your insights highlight just that. If you enjoy it now, imagine how seamlessly it can further elevate your daily use. We can’t wait for you to discover all you can do with your Galaxy A16 5G! Thank you for reaching out! Thank you for choosing Samsung! -Ty Samsung Support smsng.us/Samsung-Support Samsung Community smsng.us/Samsung-Community Facebook smsng.us/Facebook-Messenger X https://smsng.us/X-Messages

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This has great features

Mamacara2008 . 2 days ago

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use my phone for every day life and to do my college work on

R&R - 1 day ago

Hey there Mamacara2008, We love hearing how your Galaxy A16 5G supports your daily routine and college work! The blend of practical features and dependable performance makes it a great companion for productivity and play. We are happy you are discovering all you can accomplish with your Galaxy A16 5G! Your support means a lot to us at Samsung! -Ty Samsung Support smsng.us/Samsung-Support Samsung Community smsng.us/Samsung-Community Facebook smsng.us/Facebook-Messenger X https://smsng.us/X-Messages

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A16 5g's Review of the Galaxy A16 5g

Eddie1978 . 2 days ago

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Galaxy A16 5g is the best Galaxy phone that I've owned. I went from a Galaxy A03 to the A16 5g. The A16 5g is amazingly fast when surfing the net, it's The photo quality is superb. It's seamless actions across apps makes it very interesting. Its also lightweight and has one of the clearest picture qualities on the screen. I'm very appreciative that i own this phone. I'm looking forward to my next upgrade whenever it may be. It will definitely be to a newer model Galaxy. I will never use anything except a Samsung Galaxy again. Thank you Samsung for your hard work.

R&R - 1 day ago

Hello there Eddie1978, Thank you for the glowing review of your Galaxy A16 5G! It’s awesome to hear how much you enjoy your phone, from its performance to stunning photo quality. Your excitement about staying with the Galaxy family is exactly what fuels our passion for innovation. When you are ready for your next upgrade, we will be here with even more to love. We thank you for reaching out and for being a loyal part of the Samsung family! -Ty Samsung Support smsng.us/Samsung-Support Samsung Community smsng.us/Samsung-Community Facebook smsng.us/Facebook-Messenger X https://smsng.us/X-Messages

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FAQs

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G FAQs

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Butch . Mar 20, 2025

Does this phone have wireless charging

Answer from Verizon Customer Support5 days

It does not support wireless charging, it charges via a USB Type-C cable. ~Gina

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Chin . Mar 8, 2025

May I ask whether it is using sim card

Answer from Verizon Customer Support16 days

The phone supports an esim (primary) and a physical sim.

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Rrtey . Jan 19, 2025

Hotspot?

Answer from Verizon Customer Support2 months

Hello and thanks for your inquiry, the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G does have Hot Spot capabilities. -Christy

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Frugaly . Jan 16, 2025

can the memory be expanded with an micro sd card

Answer from Verizon Customer Support2 months

This phone does have the option for expandable memory with a MicroSD up to 1.5 TB -Meg

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Lauria rayy . Jan 15, 2025

Is it dual sim?

Answer from Verizon Customer Support2 months

Yes, the Galaxy A16 supports dual SIM. -Lauren

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Lauria rayy . Jan 15, 2025

Is it dual sim?

Lauria rayy . Jan 15, 2025

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Is it dual sim?

Lauria rayy . Jan 15, 2025

Is it dual sim?

Lauria rayy . Jan 15, 2025

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