Samsung Galaxy M16 5G vs Lava Yuva Star 3
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Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Unisoc SC9863A | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.7", AMOLED, 90Hz | 6.75", LCD, 90Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+5MP+2MP/13MP (Front) | 13MP/5MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 25W | 5000mAh, 10W | ||
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Battery, Gaming and Main Camera | Battery, Design and Build Quality |
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General
| Colors | Blush Pink, Mint Green, Thunder Black | Indus Black, Siachen White | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | February 27, 2025 | February 12, 2026 | ||
| Availability | March 05, 2025 | May 16, 2026 | ||
| Launch Country | India | India | ||
| Launch Price | ₹11,499 | ₹7,499 |
Display
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M16 5G
| Type | AMOLED | LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | |||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.75 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 | 260 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 800 nits |
Body
Winner:Lava Yuva Star 3
| Weight | 191 grams | 193.7 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | |||
| Side | Plastic Frame | |||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material | |||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C | ||
| IP rating | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP64 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker |
Processor
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M16 5G
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | Unisoc | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Dimensity 6300 | SC9863A | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | IMG8322 |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M16 5G
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 13 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 5 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | |||
| Features | Filter, HDR, LED Fash, Night mode, Panaroma, Portrait mode | |||
| Stabilization | EIS | |||
| Video | gyro-EIS, Slow Motion |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android Go | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | One UI | Lava Android | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 6 year(s) | 1 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Camera, Circle to Search | AI Camera, AI Clarity Enhancer |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M16 5G
| Front Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 5 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Features | Filters, Fixed Focus, Night mode, Portrait Mode, Screen flash | Face unlock | ||
| Video | 1080@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Tie
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 25 W | 10 W |
Memory
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M16 5G
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs, 1 Nano SIM+1 microSD) | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, TDD, UMTS, WCDMA | GSM, LTE FDD, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M16 5G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 4.2 | ||
| Positioning | Beidou, Galileo, Glonass, GPS, QZSS | GPS | ||
| NFC | Supported | |||
| Radio | - | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, Geomagnetic Sensor, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer |
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