Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs Samsung Galaxy M21
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Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Samsung Exynos 9611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.7", Full HD+ Super AMOLED, 90 Hz | 6.4", Full HD+ Super AMOLED, 60 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+5MP+2MP/13MP | 48MP+8MP+5MP/20MP | ||
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 4 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | ||
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Samsung Exynos 9611 | ||
| Display | 6.7", Full HD+ Super AMOLED, 90 Hz | 6.4", Full HD+ Super AMOLED, 60 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+5MP+2MP/13MP | 48MP+8MP+5MP/20MP | ||
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 4 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Display, Multimedia, Software, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Battery, Performance, Gaming and Software | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Display, Multimedia, Software, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Battery, Performance, Gaming and Software |
General
| Colors | Blue Black, Light Green, Gold | Midnight Blue, Raven Black, Iceberg Blue | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | October 18, 2024 | March 18, 2020 | ||
| Availability | October 18, 2024 | March 23, 2020 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹18,999 | ₹12,999 | ||
| Colors | Blue Black, Light Green, Gold | Midnight Blue, Raven Black, Iceberg Blue | ||
| Launch | October 18, 2024 | March 18, 2020 | ||
| Availability | October 18, 2024 | March 23, 2020 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹18,999 | ₹12,999 |
Display
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Type | Full HD+ Super AMOLED | Full HD+ Super 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 | 2340 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 385 ppi | 403 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 800 nits | 420 nits | ||
| Type | Full HD+ Super AMOLED | Full HD+ Super 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 | 2340 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 385 ppi | 403 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 800 nits | 420 nits |
Body
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Weight | 200 grams | 188 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | No Protection | Gorilla Glass 3 | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP54 (dust and water resistant) | No Rating | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker | Mono Speaker | ||
| Weight | 200 grams | 188 grams | ||
| Front | No Protection | Gorilla Glass 3 | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | 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 | Samsung | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Dimensity 6300 | Exynos 9611 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G72 MP3 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | One UI 6.0 | One UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 6 | 1 | ||
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | Samsung | ||
| Chipset Name | Dimensity 6300 | Exynos 9611 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G72 MP3 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | One UI 6.0 | One UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 6 | 1 |
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 | Depth | ||
| Features | HDR, Panorama, LED Flash | LED Flash, Panorama, HDR | ||
| Stabilization | EIS | EIS | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@240fps | ||
| 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 | Depth | ||
| Features | HDR, Panorama, LED Flash | LED Flash, Panorama, HDR | ||
| Stabilization | EIS | EIS | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@240fps |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Front Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 20 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | HDR | HDR | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 20 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | HDR | HDR | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M21
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Charging Speed | 25 w | 15 w | ||
| Wireless Charging | No | No | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Charging Speed | 25 w | 15 w | ||
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
Memory
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.1 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR3 | LPDDR4X | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | ||
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.1 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR3 | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE | ||
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 | ||
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | ||
| NFC | No | No | ||
| Radio | No | FM Radio | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 | ||
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | ||
| NFC | No | No | ||
| Radio | No | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Rear Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope | Accelerometer, Proximity, Gyroscope, Compass | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Rear Mounted | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope | Accelerometer, Proximity, Gyroscope, Compass |
