Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A31
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Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Helio P65 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.7", AMOLED, 90 Hz | 6.4", AMOLED, 60 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+5MP+2MP/13MP | 48MP+8MP+5MP+5MP/20MP | ||
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 6 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Helio P65 | ||
| Display | 6.7", AMOLED, 90 Hz | 6.4", AMOLED, 60 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+5MP+2MP/13MP | 48MP+8MP+5MP+5MP/20MP | ||
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 6 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Battery, Performance, Display, Gaming, Software, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Battery, Multimedia and Software | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Battery, Performance, Display, Gaming, Software, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Battery, Multimedia and Software |
General
| Colors | Blue Black, Light Green, Gold | Prism Crush Black, Prism Crush Blue, Prism Crush Red, Prism Crush White | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | October 18, 2024 | June 04, 2020 | ||
| Availability | October 18, 2024 | June 04, 2020 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹18,999 | ₹21,999 | ||
| Colors | Blue Black, Light Green, Gold | Prism Crush Black, Prism Crush Blue, Prism Crush Red, Prism Crush White | ||
| Launch | October 18, 2024 | June 04, 2020 | ||
| Availability | October 18, 2024 | June 04, 2020 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹18,999 | ₹21,999 |
Display
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.4 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 2400 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 385 ppi | 411 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 800 nits | |||
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.4 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 2400 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 385 ppi | 411 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 800 nits |
Body
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Weight | 200 grams | 185 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | No Protection | No Protection | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | OTG, USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | No Rating | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker | Mono Speaker | ||
| Weight | 200 grams | 185 grams | ||
| Front | No Protection | No Protection | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | OTG, USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | No Rating | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker | Mono Speaker |
Processor
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | MediaTek | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Dimensity 6300 | Helio P65 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G52 MC2 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | One UI | One UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 6 year | 2 year | ||
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | MediaTek | ||
| Chipset Name | Dimensity 6300 | Helio P65 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G52 MC2 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | One UI | One UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 6 year | 2 year |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 48 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 5 MP | 8 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | 5 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | Macro | ||
| Features | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | EIS | No Stabilization | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30fps | ||
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 48 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 5 MP | 8 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | 5 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | Macro | ||
| Features | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | EIS | No Stabilization | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30fps |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Front Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 20 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | HDR | Face Unlock, HDR | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 20 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | HDR | Face Unlock, HDR | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Tie
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 25 w | 15 w | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 25 w | 15 w |
Memory
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | eMMC 5.1 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 6 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR3 | LPDDR3X | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | eMMC 5.1 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 6 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR3 | LPDDR3X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE | ||
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A31
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | ||
| NFC | No | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | FM Radio | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | ||
| NFC | No | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Optical (under display) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Optical (under display) | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor |
