Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs Samsung Galaxy F36 5G
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Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Samsung Exynos 1380 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.7", AMOLED, 90 Hz | 6.7", AMOLED, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+5MP+2MP/13MP | 50MP+8MP+2MP/13MP | ||
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 6 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Samsung Exynos 1380 | ||
| Display | 6.7", AMOLED, 90 Hz | 6.7", AMOLED, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+5MP+2MP/13MP | 50MP+8MP+2MP/13MP | ||
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 6 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Software | Overall Best Pick | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Software | Overall Best Pick |
General
| Colors | Gold, Light Green, Blue Black | Luxe Violet, Coral Red, Onyx Black | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | October 18, 2024 | July 22, 2025 | ||
| Availability | October 18, 2024 | July 29, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹18,999 | ₹17,499 | ||
| Colors | Gold, Light Green, Blue Black | Luxe Violet, Coral Red, Onyx Black | ||
| Launch | October 18, 2024 | July 22, 2025 | ||
| Availability | October 18, 2024 | July 29, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹18,999 | ₹17,499 |
Display
Winner:Samsung Galaxy F36 5G
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.7 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 2340 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 385 ppi | 387 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 800 nits | 600 nits | ||
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.7 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 2340 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 385 ppi | 387 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 800 nits | 600 nits |
Body
Winner:Samsung Galaxy F36 5G
| Weight | 191 grams | 197 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | Gorilla Glass Victus+ | ||
| Back | Plastic | Vegan Leather | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP67 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker | Loudspeaker | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ | |||
| Weight | 191 grams | 197 grams | ||
| Front | - | Gorilla Glass Victus+ | ||
| Back | Plastic | Vegan Leather | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP67 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker | Loudspeaker | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
Processor
Winner:Samsung Galaxy F36 5G
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | Samsung | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Dimensity 6300 | Exynos 1380 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G68 MP5 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | One UI | One UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 6 year(s) | 6 year(s) | ||
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | Samsung | ||
| Chipset Name | Dimensity 6300 | Exynos 1380 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G68 MP5 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | One UI | One UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 6 year(s) | 6 year(s) |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy F36 5G
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 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 | 2 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | Macro | ||
| Features | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | EIS | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS | gyro-EIS | ||
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 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 | 2 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | Macro | ||
| Features | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | EIS | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS | gyro-EIS |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy F36 5G
| Front Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 13 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | Face Unlock | HDR | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30 fps, 4k@30fps | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 13 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | Face Unlock | HDR | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30 fps, 4k@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Samsung Galaxy F36 5G
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 25 W | 25 W | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 25 W | 25 W |
Memory
Winner:Tie
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 6 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4 | LPDDR4X | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 6 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4 | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM , dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | 5G, GSM / UMTS / LTE | ||
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM , dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | 5G, GSM / UMTS / LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Samsung Galaxy F36 5G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Yes | - | ||
| Radio | - | - | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Yes | - | ||
| Radio | - | - |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Features | Circle to Search | |||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Virtual Proximity Sensor | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
| AI Features | Circle to Search | |||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Virtual Proximity Sensor |
