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Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
Comparison between Samsung Galaxy A17 and Samsung Galaxy A16 5G: 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 A17 is the better fit for optical image stabilization, a lighter body, and longer software support; the Galaxy A16 5G counters with 4K video and Wi-Fi 6. They are close overall, so the choice turns on which of those matters more.
The A17 weighs 192 g versus 200 g and is 7.5 mm thick versus 7.9 mm. It also has a rugged build and six years of update support, compared with no rugged build and two years for the A16 5G. The A17’s main camera has optical image stabilization, while the A16 5G records 4K at 30 fps.
For connectivity, the A16 5G adds Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), which the A17 lacks. Both share the Exynos 1330, 8 GB of RAM, up to 256 GB of storage, a 5,000 mAh battery, and 25 W charging; rated endurance is 43 hours per cycle.
Samsung Galaxy A17
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is the better buy for optical image stabilization, a rugged build, and six years of update support.
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is the better buy for anyone who wants 4K recording at 30 fps and Wi-Fi 6.
The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A16 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 6.6 | 6.4 |
| Performance & hardware | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Camera | 6.1 | 4.6 |
| Connectivity | 6.7 | 7.2 |
| Battery & charging | 5.6 | 5.6 |
Which one is for you?
Samsung Galaxy A17, if you care about…
- Weight
- 192 g
- against 200 g
- Body Thickness
- 7.5 mm
- against 7.9 mm
- Rugged Build
- Yes
- against No
- OS Version
- 15
- against 14
Samsung Galaxy A16 5G, if you care about…
- Wi-Fi Standards
- Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g
- against Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A16 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Samsung Exynos 1330 |
| Processor Process Size | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G68 MP2 | Mali-G68 MC4 |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 519,526 | 435,895 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 980 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 2,048 | — |
| CPU Description | Octa-core processor with 2 Cortex-A78 cores at 2.4 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz | Octa-core CPU with 2x Cortex-A78 at 2.4 GHz and 6x Cortex-A55 at 2.0 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v11 | v10 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | 365 Best value | 360 |
Design
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A16 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Grey, Blue | Black, White, Blue, Gold, Green, Grey |
| Body Thickness | 7.5 mm Best value | 7.9 mm |
| Body Width | 77.9 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Body Height | 164.4 mm | 164.4 mm |
| Weight | 192 g Best value | 200 g |
| Usable Surface | 86 % | 86 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP54 | IP54 |
| Drop Resistance Class | B | B |
| Repairability Class | C | C |
| Rugged Build | Yes Best value | No |
| Drop Test Count | 180 | 180 |
Battery
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A16 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | B | B |
| Battery Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Fast Charge Power | 25 W | 25 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator |
| Battery Endurance | 43 h | 43 h |
| Charge cycles | 1,200 | 1,200 |
Display
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A16 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Display Technology | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Peak Display Brightness | 800 nits | 800 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.7″ | 6.7″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,080 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,340 px | 2,340 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 385 ppi | 385 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz |
| Display Features | Mohs Level 5, Water Drop Notch, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Always-On Display | Mohs Level 5, Water Drop Notch, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless |
Sensors
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A16 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A16 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing |
Software
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A16 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 14 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 Best value | 14 |
| OS Update Support | 6 years Best value | 2 years |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A16 5G |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Single Nano-SIM, Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Single Nano-SIM, Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 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 B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 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 B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 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 B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 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 n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | 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 802.11a/b/g 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 |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE, EDR, HID | A2DP, LE, EDR, HID |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS |
| Connectivity Features | Virtual Proximity Sensing, NFC, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB Host, USB OTG, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE | Virtual Proximity Sensing, NFC, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| SAR American Head | 0.46 W/kg | — |
| SAR American Body | 0.32 W/kg | — |
| SAR (EU) head | 0.67 W/kg | 0.38 W/kg Best value |
| SAR (EU) body | 0.972 W/kg | 0.94 W/kg Best value |
| Max. download speed | 2,550 Mbps | 2,550 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 1,280 Mbps | 1,280 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A16 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 2 | 2 |
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers, EDR, HID | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers, EDR, HID |
Technical
| Specification | Galaxy A17 | Galaxy A16 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price | — | 249 € |
| Model numbers | SM-A176B, SM-A176B/DS | SM-A166B, SM-A166B/DS, SM-A166P, SM-A166P/DS, SM-A166E, SM-A166E/DS, SM-A166W, SM-A166U, SM-A166U1 |
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