Redmi A2 vs Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
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Beebom Score
67
Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.52", IPS LCD, 60Hz | 6.65", AMOLED, 90Hz | ||
| Camera | 8MP/5MP (Front) | 50MP+5MP+2MP/13MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 10W | 5000mAh, 25W | ||
| RAM | 2GB | 6GB | ||
| Storage | 32GB | 128GB | ||
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | ||
| Display | 6.52", IPS LCD, 60Hz | 6.65", AMOLED, 90Hz | ||
| Camera | 8MP/5MP (Front) | 50MP+5MP+2MP/13MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 10W | 5000mAh, 25W | ||
| RAM | 2GB | 6GB | ||
| Storage | 32GB | 128GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Not Recommended | Overall Best Pick | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Not Recommended | Overall Best Pick |
General
| Colors | Classic Black, Aqua Blue, Sea Green | Gold, Light Green, Blue Black | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | March 19, 2023 | October 18, 2024 | ||
| Availability | March 23, 2023 | October 18, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹6,799 | ₹18,999 | ||
| Colors | Classic Black, Aqua Blue, Sea Green | Gold, Light Green, Blue Black | ||
| Launch | March 19, 2023 | October 18, 2024 | ||
| Availability | March 23, 2023 | October 18, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹6,799 | ₹18,999 |
Display
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Type | IPS LCD | AMOLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.52 inches | 6.65 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 720 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 1600 pixels | 2340 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 269 ppi | 385 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | HD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 400 nits | 800 nits | ||
| Type | IPS LCD | AMOLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.52 inches | 6.65 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 720 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 1600 pixels | 2340 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 269 ppi | 385 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | HD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 400 nits | 800 nits |
Body
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Weight | 192 grams | 192 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | - | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material | |||
| Port | microUSB 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | - | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker | Mono Speaker | ||
| Weight | 192 grams | 192 grams | ||
| Front | - | - | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material | |||
| Port | microUSB 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | - | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker | Mono Speaker |
Processor
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | MediaTek | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Helio G36 | Dimensity 6300 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | IMG GE8320 | Mali-G57 MC2 | ||
| Software Name | Android Go | Android | ||
| Software Skin | Redmi MIUI | One UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year(s) | 6 year(s) | ||
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | MediaTek | ||
| Chipset Name | Helio G36 | Dimensity 6300 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | IMG GE8320 | Mali-G57 MC2 | ||
| Software Name | Android Go | Android | ||
| Software Skin | Redmi MIUI | One UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year(s) | 6 year(s) |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Camera Resolution | 8 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Features | Dual LED Flash, HDR | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | EIS | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS | |||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 5 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | |||
| Camera Resolution | 8 MP | 50 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Features | Dual LED Flash, HDR | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | EIS | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS | |||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 5 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Front Camera Resolution | 5 MP | 13 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Features | Face Unlock | |||
| Video | 1080p@30fps, 720p@30fps | 1080p@30fps | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide | |||
| Front Camera Resolution | 5 MP | 13 MP | ||
| Features | Face Unlock | |||
| Video | 1080p@30fps, 720p@30fps | 1080p@30fps | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide |
Battery
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 10 W | 25 W | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 10 W | 25 W |
Memory
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Storage | 32 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | eMMC 5.1 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 2 GB | 6 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4x | LPDDR4 | ||
| Storage | 32 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Storage type | eMMC 5.1 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 2 GB | 6 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4x | LPDDR4 |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, HSPA, LTE | 5G, GSM, LTE, UMTS, WCDMA | ||
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | ||
| Network | GSM, HSPA, LTE | 5G, GSM, LTE, UMTS, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | Beidou, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | ||
| NFC | - | Supported | ||
| Radio | FM Radio | - | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | Beidou, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | ||
| NFC | - | Supported | ||
| Radio | FM Radio | - |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Rear Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Features | AI Camera | |||
| Sensors | Accelerometer | Accelerometer, Fingerprint Scanner, Geomagnetic Sensor, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Rear Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
| AI Features | AI Camera | |||
| Sensors | Accelerometer | Accelerometer, Fingerprint Scanner, Geomagnetic Sensor, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor |
