Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs Redmi 9
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Beebom Score
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Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Helio G35 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.65", AMOLED, 90Hz | 6.53", IPS LCD, 60Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+5MP+2MP/13MP (Front) | 13MP+2MP/5MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 25W | 5000mAh, 10W | ||
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB | ||
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Helio G35 | ||
| Display | 6.65", AMOLED, 90Hz | 6.53", IPS LCD, 60Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+5MP+2MP/13MP (Front) | 13MP+2MP/5MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 25W | 5000mAh, 10W | ||
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Overall Best Pick | Not Recommended | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Overall Best Pick | Not Recommended |
General
| Colors | Gold, Light Green, Blue Black | Carbon Black, Sky Blue, Sporty Orange | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | October 18, 2024 | August 27, 2020 | ||
| Availability | October 18, 2024 | August 31, 2020 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹18,999 | ₹8,999 | ||
| Colors | Gold, Light Green, Blue Black | Carbon Black, Sky Blue, Sporty Orange | ||
| Launch | October 18, 2024 | August 27, 2020 | ||
| Availability | October 18, 2024 | August 31, 2020 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹18,999 | ₹8,999 |
Display
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Type | AMOLED | IPS LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.65 inches | 6.53 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 1600 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 385 ppi | 269 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 800 nits | 400 nits | ||
| Type | AMOLED | IPS LCD | ||
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.65 inches | 6.53 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 1600 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 385 ppi | 269 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 800 nits | 400 nits |
Body
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Weight | 192 grams | 194 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | - | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | microUSB 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | - | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker | Mono Speaker | ||
| Weight | 192 grams | 194 grams | ||
| Front | - | - | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | microUSB 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 | Dimensity 6300 | Helio G35 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | PowerVR GE8320 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | One UI | Redmi MIUI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 6 year(s) | 1 year(s) | ||
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | MediaTek | ||
| Chipset Name | Dimensity 6300 | Helio G35 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | PowerVR GE8320 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | One UI | Redmi MIUI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 6 year(s) | 1 year(s) |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 13 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 5 MP | 2 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Depth | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | |||
| Features | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | AI Scene Detection, HDR | ||
| Stabilization | EIS | No Stabilization | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS | |||
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 13 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 5 MP | 2 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Depth | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | |||
| Features | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | AI Scene Detection, HDR | ||
| Stabilization | EIS | No Stabilization | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Front Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 5 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide-angle | ||
| Features | Face Unlock | AI portrait mode, Face recognition, HDR, Palm shutter, Screen flash | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 5 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide-angle | ||
| Features | Face Unlock | AI portrait mode, Face recognition, HDR, Palm shutter, Screen flash | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 25 W | 10 W | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 25 W | 10 W |
Memory
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | eMMC 5.1 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4 | LPDDR4X | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | ||
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | eMMC 5.1 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4 | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, LTE, UMTS, WCDMA | GSM / HSPA / LTE | ||
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | 5G, GSM, LTE, UMTS, WCDMA | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 4 802.11 a/b/g/n | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | |||
| Positioning | Beidou, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | AGPS, Beidou, Glonass, GPS | ||
| NFC | Supported | - | ||
| Radio | - | FM Radio | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 4 802.11 a/b/g/n | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | |||
| Positioning | Beidou, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | AGPS, Beidou, Glonass, GPS | ||
| NFC | Supported | - | ||
| Radio | - | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Rear Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Features | ||||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Fingerprint Scanner, Geomagnetic Sensor, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Distance Sensor | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Rear Mounted | ||
| AI Features | ||||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Fingerprint Scanner, Geomagnetic Sensor, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Distance Sensor |
