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Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Samsung Galaxy A26 vs Samsung Galaxy A36
Comparison between Samsung Galaxy A16, Samsung Galaxy A26 and Samsung Galaxy A36: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Samsung.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Samsung Galaxy A36 is the most complete choice: a 1,900-nit display, a main camera with a 1/1.95″ sensor, and 45 W charging. The Galaxy A26 is the middle option for UFS 3.1 storage and stronger drop resistance; the Galaxy A16 only makes sense if it costs less.
All three share a 6.7″ Super AMOLED display, but the A16 has 90 Hz and 800 nits versus 120 Hz and 1,000 nits on the A26 and 120 Hz and 1,900 nits on the A36. The A36 also has IP67 and is 7.4 mm thick, while the A26 reaches 269 drop tests and the A16 keeps IP54. For performance, the A26 uses UFS 3.1 versus UFS 2.2 on the A16 and A36; the A36 scores 613,492 in AnTuTu, versus 579,811 and 387,422.
The A36 extends its lead with 12 GB of RAM, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, optical stabilization, and 4K front-camera video; the A26 and A16 have 8 GB. The A16 answers with a B efficiency rating and 45 h of endurance, versus C and 37 h for the A26 and C and 41 h for the A36. It charges at 25 W, like the A26, while the A36 reaches 45 W and adds reverse charging.
Samsung Galaxy A16
The Samsung Galaxy A36 is the better buy for anyone seeking a 1,900-nit display and 45 W charging.
Samsung Galaxy A36
The Samsung Galaxy A16 is the better buy only if it costs less: its B efficiency rating and 45 h of endurance are its advantages.
The verdict
Your pick: Samsung Galaxy A36, ahead on Design & display, Connectivity and Battery & charging.
| Category | Galaxy A16 | Galaxy A26 | Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 6.4 | 7.4 | 7.9 |
| Performance & hardware | 4.4 | 5.5 | 5.3 |
| Camera | 4.6 | 6.4 | 6.6 |
| Connectivity | 6.6 | 7.0 | 8.1 |
| Battery & charging | 5.6 | 5.6 | 6.5 |
Which one is for you?
Samsung Galaxy A16, if you care about…
- Battery Efficiency Rating
- B
- against C · C
- Battery Endurance
- 45 h
- against 37 h · 41 h
- Launch price
- 199 €
- against 379 €
Samsung Galaxy A26, if you care about…
- Storage Type
- UFS 3.1
- against UFS 2.2 · UFS 2.2
- Drop Test Count
- 269
- against 180 · 90
- Max. download speed
- 3,790 Mbps
- against 650 Mbps · 2,900 Mbps
Samsung Galaxy A36, if you care about…
- AnTuTu Score
- 613,492
- against 387,422 · 579,811
- RAM Capacity
- 12 GB
- against 8 GB · 8 GB
- Wi-Fi Standards
- Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E
- against Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) · Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.4
- against Bluetooth 5.3 · Bluetooth 5.3
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Galaxy A16 | Galaxy A26 | Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Helio G99 | Samsung Exynos 1380 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 |
| Processor Process Size | 6 nm | 5 nm | 4 nm Best value |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G68 MP5 | Qualcomm Adreno 710 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 3.1 Best value | UFS 2.2 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.4 GHz Best value | 2.4 GHz Best value |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 387,422 | 579,811 | 613,492 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 729 | 1,007 Best value | 1,007 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 1,979 | 2,758 | 2,917 Best value |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A76 cores at 2.2 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with Cortex-A78 and Cortex-A55 cores. | Octa-core CPU with 4 Cortex-A78 cores at 2.4 GHz and 4 Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB | 12 GB Best value |
| RAM Type | DDR4 | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes Best value | Yes Best value | No |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 | v10 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | 345 | 794 | 912 Best value |
Design
| Specification | Galaxy A16 | Galaxy A26 | Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Grey, Green, Blue, Black | Black, White, Mint Green, Peach, Pink, Yellow, Green | Lavender, Black, White, Lime, Green, Grey |
| Body Thickness | 7.9 mm | 7.7 mm | 7.4 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 77.9 mm | 77.5 mm | 78.2 mm |
| Body Height | 164.4 mm | 164 mm | 162.9 mm |
| Weight | 200 g | 200 g | 195 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 86 % | 86.7 % Best value | 86.5 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic | Glass, Plastic | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP54 | IP67 Best value | IP67 Best value |
| Waterproof Depth | — | 1 m | 1 m |
| Drop Resistance Class | B Best value | B Best value | C |
| Repairability Class | C | C | C |
| Drop Test Count | 180 | 269 Best value | 90 |
Battery
| Specification | Galaxy A16 | Galaxy A26 | Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | B Best value | C | C |
| Battery Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Fast Charge Power | 25 W | 25 W | 45 W Best value |
| Battery Features | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable | Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Non-Removable, Reverse Charging, Battery Level Indicator Best value |
| Battery Endurance | 45 h Best value | 37 h | 41 h |
| Charge cycles | 1,200 | 1,200 | 2,000 Best value |
Display
| Specification | Galaxy A16 | Galaxy A26 | Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Display Technology | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Peak Display Brightness | 800 nits | 1,000 nits | 1,900 nits Best value |
| Display Diagonal | 6.7″ | 6.7″ | 6.7″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,080 px | 1,080 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,340 px | 2,340 px | 2,340 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 385 ppi | 385 ppi | 385 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz Best value | 120 Hz Best value |
| Display Features | Mohs Level 5, Water Drop Notch, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, 90Hz | Mohs Level 5, 120Hz, Water Drop Notch, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Always-On Display, Touchscreen | Gorilla Glass Victus+, Mohs Level 5, Hole-Punch Notch, DCI-P3, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Always-On Display |
Sensors
| Specification | Galaxy A16 | Galaxy A26 | Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side | Under Display |
Sensor
| Specification | Galaxy A16 | Galaxy A26 | Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor |
Software
| Specification | Galaxy A16 | Galaxy A26 | Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 14 | Android 15 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 14 | 15 Best value | 15 Best value |
| OS Update Support | 2 years | 6 years Best value | 6 years Best value |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | — | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Galaxy A16 | Galaxy A26 | Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM, Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM Best value |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE, 4G, 5G Best value | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE, 5G Best value |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E Best value |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.4 Best value |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE, AVRCP, DIP, HFP, HID, HSP, MAP, PAN, OPP, PBAP/PAB, HOGP | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS |
| Connectivity Features | Virtual Proximity Sensing, NFC, FM Radio, USB Type-C, 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0 | Virtual Proximity Sensing, NFC, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB OTG, eSIM, VoLTE, Tethering, OTA Sync, Computer Sync, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB Host | USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, NFC, eSIM, VoLTE, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, Virtual Proximity Sensing, USB Host 2.0 |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| SAR American Head | 0.51 W/kg Best value | 0.75 W/kg | 1.07 W/kg |
| SAR American Body | 0.81 W/kg Best value | 1.09 W/kg | 1.24 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) head | 0.31 W/kg Best value | 0.41 W/kg | 0.53 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) body | 1.08 W/kg | 0.96 W/kg Best value | 1.29 W/kg |
| Max. download speed | 650 Mbps | 3,790 Mbps Best value | 2,900 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 150 Mbps | 1,280 Mbps | 1,600 Mbps Best value |
Audio
| Specification | Galaxy A16 | Galaxy A26 | Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 2 | — | 2 |
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE, Loudspeaker | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, AVRCP, DIP, HFP, HID, HSP, MAP, PAN, OPP, PBAP/PAB, HOGP Best value | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, A2DP, LE Best value |
Technical
| Specification | Galaxy A16 | Galaxy A26 | Galaxy A36 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Launch price | 199 € Best value | — | 379 € |
| Model numbers | SM-A165F, SM-A165F/DS, SM-A165M, SM-A165M/DS, SM-A165F/DSB | SM-A266E, SM-A266E/DS, SM-A266E/DSN, SM-A266B, SM-A266B/DS, SM-A266B/DSN, SM-A266U, SM-A266U1, SM-A266W | SM-A366E, SM-A366E/DS, SM-A366B, SM-A366B/DS, SM-A366U, SM-A366U1, SM-A366W |
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