Design:
| water resistance |
Water resistant |
| weight |
191 g |
| thickness |
7.9 mm |
| width |
77.9 mm |
| height |
164.4 mm |
| volume |
101.173404 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP54 |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Samsung Galaxy M16 5G features a slim design with a thickness of just 7.9 mm and a weight of 191 g. It has a width of 77.9 mm and a height of 164.4 mm, making it easy to handle. The phone is water resistant with an IP54 rating, providing protection against dust and splashes. While it does not have a rugged build, it remains durable for everyday use. Additionally, the device does not support folding functionality.
Display:
| Display type |
OLED/AMOLED |
| screen size |
6.7" |
| pixel density |
385 ppi |
| resolution |
1080 x 2340 px |
| refresh rate |
90Hz |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Samsung Galaxy M16 5G features a large 6.7″ OLED/AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 px, delivering sharp visuals with a pixel density of 385 ppi. The screen offers a smooth viewing experience with a 90Hz refresh rate. While it does not include features like Gorilla Glass or support HDR10, HDR10+, or Dolby Vision, it still provides an immersive and responsive touch screen experience for everyday use.
Performance:
| internal storage |
256GB |
| RAM |
8GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
MediaTek Dimensity 6300 |
| GPU name |
Arm Mali-G57 MC2 |
| CPU speed |
2 x 2.4 & 6 x 2 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
2012 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
782 |
| GPU clock speed |
950 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
2133 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
6 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| Uses HMP |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
17.07 GB/s |
| L2 cache |
1 MB |
| L1 cache |
512 KB |
| maximum memory amount |
12GB |
| uses multithreading |
✓ |
| DDR memory version |
4 |
| L3 cache |
2 MB |
The Samsung Galaxy M16 5G is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, offering an efficient performance with a total CPU clock speed of 2 x 2.4 GHz and 6 x 2 GHz. It features 8GB of RAM, with a speed of 2133 MHz, and 256GB of internal storage, providing ample space for apps and data. For graphics, the phone uses the Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU with a clock speed of 950 MHz, and it supports integrated LTE. With 64-bit support and DirectX 12, the phone is built for modern mobile performance needs, and it benefits from the efficient big.LITTLE architecture for optimized power management.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
50 & 5 & 2 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
1.8 & 2.2 & 2.4f |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✓ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
13MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✕ |
| video recording (main camera) |
1080 x 30 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
1 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
0x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✕ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✕ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2f |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Samsung Galaxy M16 5G is equipped with a versatile triple-camera setup featuring 50 MP, 5 MP, and 2 MP sensors, offering a range of focal lengths with wide apertures of 1.8f, 2.2f, and 2.4f. The main camera supports phase-detection autofocus for sharp photos and can record video in 1080p at 30 fps. Additionally, it includes features like manual exposure, HDR mode, and continuous autofocus for video, along with slow-motion recording capabilities. The 13 MP front camera comes with a wide 2f aperture for clearer selfies but lacks a dual-lens setup or a front-facing LED flash.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 15 |
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✕ |
| has theme customization |
✓ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✕ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✓ |
| has media picker |
✓ |
| Can play games while they download |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✕ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✓ |
| has focus modes |
✕ |
| has dynamic theming |
✓ |
| can offload apps |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✓ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
| has Quick Start |
✕ |
The Samsung Galaxy M16 5G runs on Android 15, providing a range of customization and privacy features. Users can enjoy theme customization, dark mode, and dynamic theming, along with notification controls and the ability to offload apps. It also offers privacy options like clipboard warnings, location privacy, and camera/microphone access control. Additional features include PiP support, full-page screenshots, and a multi-user system, although it does not support direct OS vendor updates or Wi-Fi password sharing.
Battery:
| battery power |
5000 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
25W |
| comes with a charger |
✓ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The Samsung Galaxy M16 5G is equipped with a 5000 mAh rechargeable battery that supports 25W fast charging, ensuring efficient power delivery. While it does not support wireless charging or have a removable battery, it does include a charger in the box. Additionally, the device features a battery level indicator to help monitor remaining power.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✕ |
| has stereo speakers |
✕ |
| has aptX |
✕ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✕ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✕ |
The device does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack or support stereo speakers, and lacks advanced audio technologies such as aptX, LDAC, and aptX HD. It also does not feature a built-in radio.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
February 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| Bluetooth version |
5.3 |
| has an external memory slot |
✓ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| download speed |
3300 MBits/s |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✓ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✕ |
| has crash detection |
✕ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✕ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✕ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
This device offers 5G support and a range of connectivity options, including Wi-Fi 4, Wi-Fi 5, and Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC. It also features an external memory slot, a USB Type-C port, and supports GPS and Galileo positioning. Additional features include a fingerprint scanner, gyroscope, accelerometer, and compass for enhanced usability.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device includes a video light for enhanced video recording or photography in low-light conditions, but it does not feature a sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display.