Earlier this month, Samsung introduced the Galaxy A16 5G, which comes at a budget-friendly price. In addition to its affordability, this device is also recognized for its impressive battery longevity. Now, it is set to launch in India, so let’s dive into the details.
Key Features of the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
Samsung’s newest budget smartphone showcases a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen with FHD+ resolution, a refresh rate of 90Hz, and a peak brightness of 800 nits. It runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, accompanied by 8GB of RAM and offers up to 256GB of storage. Users have the option to expand the storage capacity by up to 1.5TB through a microSD card slot. The device is powered by a robust 5,000mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging via wired connection.
The Galaxy A16 5G operates on Android 14 with the One UI 6.0 custom skin pre-installed. This model marks a milestone as Samsung’s first mid-range smartphone to receive 6 major OS updates along with 6 years of security upgrades, ensuring users will receive updates until October 31, 2030. For photography, it boasts a rear camera setup of 50MP (Main) + 5MP (Ultrawide) + 2MP (Macro), and a 13MP camera for selfies. Additional features include hybrid dual SIM capability, a fingerprint scanner placed on the side, an IP54 rating for water and dust resistance, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC support.
Pricing and Where to Buy
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G is now available in India in three color variants: Gold, Light Green, and Blue Black. The pricing starts at 18,999 INR for the model with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage, while the 8GB RAM and 256GB storage variant is priced at 21,999 INR. Customers can purchase the smartphone today from Samsung’s official website, Amazon, Flipkart, and other online retailers. There’s a cashback of up to 1,000 INR available for Axis and SBI Credit Card holders, along with a 500 INR voucher for Samsung Wallet as part of a special limited-time offer.
