Samsung launched its latest low mid-range smartphone in the A series, the Galaxy A16 5G in India, following its launch in Europe last week. While the European variant features an Exynos 1330 SoC, the Indian model runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC with 8 GB RAM, up to 256 GB storage and is based on Android 14 with One UI 6, this is the first mid-range Samsung smartphone to receive 6 OS updates and 6 years of security updates, with support until October 31, 2030.
The other specifications remain consistent, including a 6.7-inch FHD+ 90Hz Super AMOLED display with a notch, a 50MP main rear camera with 5MP ultra-wide, 2MP macro, and a 13MP front camera. It is powered by a 5000mAh battery with 25W fast charging support (charger sold separately). The device also has an IP54 rating for dust and water resistance.
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Specifications -
| Display | 6.7″ (1080×2340 pixels) FHD+ Infinity-U Super AMOLED display, 90Hz refresh rate |
| Processor | Octa Core MediaTek Dimensity 6300 6nm processor (2x Cortex-A76 @ 2.4GHz 6x Cortex-A55 @ 2GHz) with Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU |
| RAM/Storage | 8GB RAM, 128GB / 256GB storage, expandable memory up to 1.5TB via microSD |
| OS/UI | One UI 6.0 based on Android 14 |
| SIM | Hybrid Dual SIM (nano + nano / microSD) |
| Rear Cameras | 50MP Main camera, F1.8, AF; 5MP F2.2 Ultra-wide and 2MP F2.2 macro camera, LED flash |
| Front Camera | 13MP F2.0 front camera |
| Features | Side-mounted fingerprint scanner USB Type-C audio, Bottom-ported speakers Dust and water resistant (IP54) |
| Dimensions | 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9mm |
| Weight | 192g |
| Connectivity | 5G, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.3, GPS + GLONASS, USB Type-C Port, NFC |
| Battery/Charger | 5000mAh battery with support for 25W fast charging |
Pricing and Availability -
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G comes in Blue, Black, Gold, and Light Green and is already available on Samsung.com and online platforms including Amazon.in, Flipkart.com, and all retail stores.
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G Prices are -
- 8GB RAM/128GB storage version - Rs. 18,999
- 8GB RAM/256GB storage version - Rs. 21,999
Launch offers are -
- Up to Rs. 1,000 cashback on Axis and SBI Credit Cards
- As part of a special limited-time Tap & Pay promotion, users who complete five transactions via Samsung Wallet will be rewarded with a Rs. 500 voucher. This offer is available until December 31, 2024.
