Galaxy A16 5G
Galaxy A26 5G
🏆 Verdict
Galaxy A26 5G is the better pick overall by 9.3 points, leading in Updates, Build & durability and Display. Galaxy A16 5G remains a strong contender elsewhere.
Galaxy A16 5G offers more for the money ($199 vs $299 at launch).
By category
Performance
Galaxy A26 5G is faster with the Samsung Exynos 1380 (performance index 32 vs 22). You notice it in heavy games and video editing, less in daily use.
Camera
The two camera systems are close on paper; the real difference is in processing and colour science.
Battery
Both batteries are about the same size (5,000 mAh).
Charging
Neither phone supports wireless charging.
Display
Galaxy A26 5G's display is smoother at 120Hz vs 90Hz.
Build & durability
Galaxy A26 5G is rated IP67 vs IP54 on the other.
Updates
Galaxy A26 5G should get OS updates for longer (6 vs 4 years, per the maker's policy at launch).
Specifications
| Galaxy A16 5G | Galaxy A26 5G | |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung Exynos 1330 | Chipset | Samsung Exynos 1380 |
| 4 GB / 8 GB | RAM | 6 GB / 8 GB |
| 128 GB / 256 GB | Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| 6.7" Super AMOLED | Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED |
| 90 Hz | Refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| 2340×1080 (385 ppi) | Resolution | 2340×1080 (385 ppi) |
| 800 nits | Peak brightness | 800 nits |
| 50 MP | Main camera | 50 MP |
| 5 MP | Ultrawide | 8 MP |
| None | Telephoto | None |
| 13 MP | Front camera | 13 MP |
| 5,000 mAh | Battery | 5,000 mAh |
| 25 W | Wired charging | 25 W |
| None | Wireless charging | None |
| IP54 | Water & dust rating | IP67 |
| plastic | Frame | plastic |
| 200 g | Weight | 200 g |
| 4 years | OS updates (estimated) | 6 years |
| $199 | Launch price | $299 |
| 2024-10 | Released | 2025-03 |
Official source: Galaxy A16 5G · Official source: Galaxy A26 5G
Galaxy A16 5G
Pros
- Lower price ($199)
Cons
- Slower chip
- No optical telephoto
- No wireless charging
- Only IP54 rated
Galaxy A26 5G
Pros
- Faster chip (Samsung Exynos 1380)
- 120Hz display
- 6 years of updates
Cons
- No optical telephoto
- No wireless charging
- Plastic frame
- Pricier ($299)
How is the score calculated?
Each phone gets 0–100 points in seven categories (performance, camera, battery, charging, display, build, updates), computed only from its published specs, then combined with fixed, published weights. A gap under 2.5 points counts as a tie. The performance index is an estimate based on benchmark results published at launch.
Figures come from the manufacturers’ official pages. Some specs vary by market. We do not sell devices or earn commissions.