Samsung128 GB
Galaxy A16 5G
6.7″ · Super AMOLED · 90 Hz · Octa-core CPU (2.4 GHz and 2 GHz)
128 GB · Blue Black · UK SM-A166BZKDEUBFull product profile
Blue Black YOUR PHONE FACE-OFF
Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 28 Sept 2026Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs Samsung Galaxy A17
Blue Black
DIFFERENCES AT A GLANCE
- Chipset / published CPU
- Galaxy A16 5G: Octa-core CPU (2.4 GHz and 2 GHz) vs Galaxy A17: Octa-core CPU (2.2 GHz and 2 GHz)
- Rear Camera - OIS
- Galaxy A16 5G: No vs Galaxy A17: Yes
- Update policy
- Galaxy A16 5G: Security updates until 31 October 2030 vs Galaxy A17: Security updates until 30 September 2031
- Energy Efficiency Class
- Galaxy A16 5G: B vs Galaxy A17: A
Samsung128 GB
Galaxy A17
6.7″ · Super AMOLED · 90 Hz · Octa-core CPU (2.2 GHz and 2 GHz)
128 GB · Black · UK SM-A175FZKBEUBFull product profile
BlackAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
Not verified for either phone, so not charted: Pixel density, Native zoom. Missing evidence is not a difference.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06
Chipset / published CPU
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
BOTH PHONES
Same screen diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- Galaxy A16 5G
- 6.7″
- Galaxy A17
- 6.7″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Camera details matter.
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
- Galaxy A16 5G
- Not verified
- Galaxy A17
- Not verified
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
MANUFACTURER CLAIMS
Up to 18 hours.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- Galaxy A16 5G
- Up to 18h
- Galaxy A17
- Up to 18h
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
8 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 3 are also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset / published CPU
In Visual factsGalaxy A16 5GOcta-core CPU (2.4 GHz and 2 GHz)
Galaxy A17Octa-core CPU (2.2 GHz and 2 GHz)
Sources
Galaxy A16 5G
Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.
Samsung UK Galaxy A16 5G technical specifications — SM-A166BZKDEUBGalaxy A17
Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 technical specifications — SM-A175FZKBEUBDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Rear Camera - OIS
In Visual factsGalaxy A16 5GNo
Galaxy A17Yes
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Update policy
Galaxy A16 5GSecurity updates until 31 October 2030
Galaxy A17Security updates until 30 September 2031
Sources
Galaxy A16 5G
This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Samsung UK Galaxy A16 5G technical specifications — SM-A166BZKDEUBGalaxy A17
This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 technical specifications — SM-A175FZKBEUBDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
Energy Efficiency Class
Galaxy A16 5GB
Galaxy A17A
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
External Storage Support
Galaxy A16 5GMicroSD (Up to 1.5TB)
Galaxy A17MicroSD (Up to 2TB)
Sources
Launch software and update commitments differ. A newer launch version does not establish an exclusive feature.
Video Playing Resolution
Galaxy A16 5GUHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
Galaxy A17FHD (1920 x 1080)@60fps
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Show 2 more verified differences
Weight
In Visual factsGalaxy A16 5G200 g
Galaxy A17190 g
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
5G in the published network listing
Galaxy A16 5GListed
Galaxy A17Not listed
Sources
Galaxy A16 5G
From "Infra": 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
Samsung UK Galaxy A16 5G technical specifications — SM-A166BZKDEUBGalaxy A17
From "Infra": 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 technical specifications — SM-A175FZKBEUBFrom each phone's published network listing. Check the exact regional model and your carrier's 5G bands.
Small physical differences (2)
Dimensions
Galaxy A16 5G164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm (height × width × depth)
Galaxy A17164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm (height × width × depth)
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Thickness
Galaxy A16 5G7.9 mm
Galaxy A177.5 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (5)
Available Storage (GB)
Galaxy A16 5G109.3
Galaxy A17105.8
Sources
A configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
Regional SIM / network configuration
Galaxy A16 5GUK SM-A166BZKDEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs; the second slot is shared with microSD)
Galaxy A17UK SM-A175FZKBEUB; 4G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs; the second slot is shared with microSD)
Sources
Galaxy A16 5G
Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF); SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD); 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Samsung UK Galaxy A16 5G technical specifications — SM-A166BZKDEUBGalaxy A17
Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF); SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD); 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 technical specifications — SM-A175FZKBEUBThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
3G UMTS
Galaxy A16 5GB1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
Galaxy A17B1(2100), B5(850), B8(900)
Sources
An exact-variant identifier or regional network listing, not a difference in capability. Check the bands and model code for your carrier and region.
4G FDD LTE
Galaxy A16 5GB1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B28(700), B66(AWS-3)
Galaxy A17B1(2100), B3(1800), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B20(800), B28(700)
Sources
An exact-variant identifier or regional network listing, not a difference in capability. Check the bands and model code for your carrier and region.
Infra
Galaxy A16 5G2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
Galaxy A172G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD
Sources
An exact-variant identifier or regional network listing, not a difference in capability. Check the bands and model code for your carrier and region.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (16)
Supported wired charging power
Galaxy A16 5G25 W
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
Galaxy A16 5G
Samsung names Super Fast Charging (25W) and states the 25W wall charger is sold separately. Charge times and sustained power draw have not been independently measured.
Samsung UK Galaxy A16 5G product pageGalaxy A17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display specification
Galaxy A16 5G6.7-inch Super AMOLED; 2340 × 1080; up to 90 Hz
Galaxy A176.7-inch Super AMOLED; 2340 × 1080
Sources
Galaxy A16 5G
Measured as a full rectangle: 169.1 mm (6.7-inch); 164.5 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.
Samsung UK Galaxy A16 5G technical specifications — SM-A166BZKDEUBGalaxy A17
Measured as a full rectangle: 169.1 mm (6.7-inch); 164.5 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 technical specifications — SM-A175FZKBEUBSamsung UK Galaxy A17 product pageOne description lists details the other product's record states in separate fields. This is not a verified difference; compare those fields.
Published support term
Galaxy A16 5GNot verified
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
Galaxy A16 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Circle to Search
Galaxy A16 5GNot verified
Galaxy A17Yes
Sources
Galaxy A16 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17
Google feature; Samsung states service availability may vary by country, language and device model and requires an internet connection.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cover glass
Galaxy A16 5GNot verified
Galaxy A17Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+
Sources
Galaxy A16 5G
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17
Samsung states Gorilla Glass Victus+ is applied to the front of the device; no rear-glass or drop-proof claim is made.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 product pageEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
3.5 mm headphone jack
Galaxy A16 5GNot verified
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
Galaxy A16 5G
Samsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Samsung UK Galaxy A16 5G technical specifications — SM-A166BZKDEUBGalaxy A17
Samsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 technical specifications — SM-A175FZKBEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Native telephoto reach
Galaxy A16 5GNot verified
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
Galaxy A16 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Optical-quality zoom
Galaxy A16 5GNot verified
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
Galaxy A16 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published peak brightness
Galaxy A16 5GNot verified
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
Galaxy A16 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
Galaxy A16 5GNot verified
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
Galaxy A16 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G FDD Sub6
Galaxy A16 5GN1(2100), N3(1800), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700)
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
Galaxy A17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G TDD Sub6
Galaxy A16 5GN38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
Galaxy A17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
Galaxy A16 5GAndroid Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
Galaxy A17
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
Galaxy A16 5GNot verified
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
Galaxy A16 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K video recording
Galaxy A16 5GNot verified
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
Galaxy A16 5G
Samsung lists FHD (1920 x 1080)@30fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.
Samsung UK Galaxy A16 5G technical specifications — SM-A166BZKDEUBGalaxy A17
Samsung lists FHD (1920 x 1080)@30fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.
Samsung UK Galaxy A17 technical specifications — SM-A175FZKBEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging
Galaxy A16 5GNot verified
Galaxy A17Not verified
Sources
Galaxy A16 5G
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy A17
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
59 shared fields have the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs91 specificationsGalaxy A16 5GGalaxy A17
Galaxy A16 5GGalaxy A17WeightDiffers
200g
190g
Width
77.9mm
77.9mm
ThicknessDiffers
7.9mm
7.5mm
DimensionsDiffers
164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm (height × width × depth)
164.4 x 77.9 x 7.5 mm (height × width × depth)
Height
164.4 mm
164.4 mm
Form factor
slab
slab
ColourDiffers
Sources
Blue Black
Black
Form Factor
Touchscreen Bar
Touchscreen Bar
Screen size
6.7″
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
6.7″
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Maximum refresh rate
90Hz
90Hz
Samsung UK states a 90 Hz maximum refresh rate for this model; a minimum adaptive rate is not stated.
Display specificationDiffers
6.7-inch Super AMOLED; 2340 × 1080; up to 90 HzMeasured as a full rectangle: 169.1 mm (6.7-inch); 164.5 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.
6.7-inch Super AMOLED; 2340 × 1080Measured as a full rectangle: 169.1 mm (6.7-inch); 164.5 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: FHD+.
Main display resolution
1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
Colour Depth (Main Display)
16M
16M
Rear camera modules
3
3
Camera system
Rear: 50 MP + 5 MP + 2 MP; Front: 13 MP; Video: up to FHD 30 fpsVideo recording resolution: FHD (1920 x 1080) at 30 fps.
Rear: 50 MP + 5 MP + 2 MP; Front: 13 MP; Video: up to FHD 30 fpsVideo recording resolution: FHD (1920 x 1080) at 30 fps.
Front camera
13.0 MP
13.0 MP
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
50.0 MP + 5.0 MP + 2.0 MP
50.0 MP + 5.0 MP + 2.0 MP
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
F1.8, F2.2, F2.4
F1.8, F2.2, F2.4
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
Yes
Yes
Rear Camera - OISDiffers
No
Yes
Rear Camera Zoom
Digital Zoom up to 10x
Digital Zoom up to 10x
Front Camera - Resolution
13.0 MP
13.0 MP
Front Camera - F Number
F2.0
F2.0
Front Camera - Auto Focus
No
No
Front Camera - OIS
No
No
Rear Camera - Flash
Yes
Yes
Front Camera - Flash
No
No
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
18 hours
Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
18 hours
Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Battery and charging
5000 mAhTypical capacity. Samsung claims up to 18 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use. Samsung states 25 W wired charging support.
5000 mAhTypical capacity. Samsung claims up to 18 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use.
Typical battery capacity
5000 mAhManufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
5000 mAhManufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles
1200
1200
Supported wired charging power
Sources
Galaxy A16 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A16 5G product page
Galaxy A17No source recorded
25 WSamsung names Super Fast Charging (25W) and states the 25W wall charger is sold separately. Charge times and sustained power draw have not been independently measured.
Not verified
Update policyDiffers
Security updates until 31 October 2030This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Security updates until 30 September 2031This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
External Storage SupportDiffers
MicroSD (Up to 1.5TB)
MicroSD (Up to 2TB)
Stereo Support
No
No
Samsung DeX Support
No
No
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
Sources
Galaxy A17No source recorded
Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
Not verified
SmartThings Support
Yes
Yes
Android OS upgrade commitment
Sources
Galaxy A16 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A16 5G product page
Galaxy A17Samsung UK Galaxy A17 product page
6 upgradesUp to six OS generations and six years of security maintenance as advertised by Samsung UK; not six upgrades remaining from purchase. Samsung states the policies are subject to change.
6 upgradesSix OS generations and six years of security updates counted from the first global launch date, per Samsung UK; not six upgrades remaining from purchase. Samsung states the policies are subject to change.
Circle to Search
Sources
Galaxy A16 5GNo source recorded
Galaxy A17Samsung UK Galaxy A17 product page
Not verified
YesGoogle feature; Samsung states service availability may vary by country, language and device model and requires an internet connection.
Chipset / published CPUDiffers
Octa-core CPU (2.4 GHz and 2 GHz)Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.
Octa-core CPU (2.2 GHz and 2 GHz)Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.
RAM and storage configuration
4 GB RAM; 128 GB storage
4 GB RAM; 128 GB storage
Regional SIM / network configurationConfiguration
UK SM-A166BZKDEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs; the second slot is shared with microSD)Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF); SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD); 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
UK SM-A175FZKBEUB; 4G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs; the second slot is shared with microSD)Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF); SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD); 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Storage
128 GB
128 GB
RAM
4 GB
4 GB
Panel technology
Super AMOLED
Super AMOLED
eSIM only
No
No
Memory card support
Yes
Yes
USB connection
USB Type-C; USB 2.0
USB Type-C; USB 2.0
Wireless connectivity
Wi-Fi 5 (2.4 and 5 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80 and Bluetooth v5.3.
Wi-Fi 5 (2.4 and 5 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80 and Bluetooth v5.3.
Manufacturer UK reference price
Sources
Not verifiedThe manufacturer's UK store did not list a price for this configuration.
£209Manufacturer's UK list price in September 2026; retailer prices may differ.
Video Recording Resolution
FHD (1920 x 1080)@30fps
FHD (1920 x 1080)@30fps
Slow Motion
120fps @HD
120fps @HD
Available Storage (GB)Configuration
109.3
105.8
Number of SIM
Dual-SIM
Dual-SIM
SIM size
Nano-SIM (4FF)
Nano-SIM (4FF)
SIM Slot Type
SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD)
SIM 1 + Hybrid (SIM or MicroSD)
InfraConfiguration
2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD
2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD
2G GSM
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
3G UMTSConfiguration
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
B1(2100), B5(850), B8(900)
4G FDD LTEConfiguration
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B17(700), B20(800), B28(700), B66(AWS-3)
B1(2100), B3(1800), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B20(800), B28(700)
4G TDD LTE
B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)
B38(2600), B40(2300), B41(2500)
5G FDD Sub6
Sources
Galaxy A17No source recorded
N1(2100), N3(1800), N7(2600), N8(900), N20(800), N28(700)
Not verified
5G TDD Sub6
Sources
Galaxy A17No source recorded
N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
Not verified
USB Interface
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
USB Version
USB 2.0
USB 2.0
Location Technology
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Earjack
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
MHL
No
No
Wi-Fi
802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80
802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4GHz+5GHz, VHT80
Wi-Fi Direct
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth v5.3
Bluetooth v5.3
NFC
Yes
Yes
PC Sync.
Smart Switch (PC version)
Smart Switch (PC version)
OS
Android
Android
Sensors
Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing
Removable
No
No
Energy Efficiency ClassDiffers
B
A
Video Playing ResolutionDiffers
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)@30fps
FHD (1920 x 1080)@60fps
Mobile TV
No
No
Ingress protection
Sources
Galaxy A16 5GSamsung UK Galaxy A16 5G product page
Galaxy A17Samsung UK Galaxy A17 product page
IP54Samsung laboratory claim: sprayed with 10 litres of fresh water per minute for 5 minutes at all angles. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear. Not a submersion rating.
IP54Samsung laboratory claim: sprayed with 10 litres of fresh water per minute for 5 minutes at all angles. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear. Not a submersion rating.
Cover glass
Sources
Galaxy A16 5GNo source recorded
Galaxy A17Samsung UK Galaxy A17 product page
Not verified
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+Samsung states Gorilla Glass Victus+ is applied to the front of the device; no rear-glass or drop-proof claim is made.
Show unverified (9)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Pixel density
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Native telephoto reach
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
8K video recording
Not verifiedSamsung lists FHD (1920 x 1080)@30fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.
Not verifiedSamsung lists FHD (1920 x 1080)@30fps under Video Recording Resolution. It does not explicitly state an 8K capability exclusion; absence remains unknown. Video Playing Resolution describes playback, not camera capture.
Wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Published support term
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
3.5 mm headphone jack
Not verifiedSamsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Not verifiedSamsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Optical-quality zoom
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Reverse wireless charging
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Exact variants · Manufacturer specificationsView sources
A LITTLE PERSPECTIVE. A BETTER DECISION.
Decision tools
NO LOGOS. JUST YOU.
Would you choose it blind?
Forget the brand for a moment. Which set of specs feels more like you?
Manufacturer specifications verified for both phones. Your choice doesn’t change the comparison above.
Good comparisons start with good sources.5 cited sources for this pair. Every number has a story.See the evidence
No category can be scored for both phones, so no score is shown. Manufacturer battery claims can use different test conditions. Verified specifications remain visible even where a category cannot be scored.
How we calculate scoresSamsung Galaxy A16 5G
128 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight200 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Width77.9 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Thickness7.9 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Display size6.7 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightnessNot verified
Not published
Claimed video playback18 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
SamsungClaimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
IP ratingIP54Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung laboratory claim: sprayed with 10 litres of fresh water per minute for 5 minutes at all angles. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear. Not a submersion rating.
SamsungRAM4 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Pixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rate90 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Native telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources3
- Samsung UK Galaxy A16 5G technical specifications — SM-A166BZKDEUBSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK Galaxy A16 5G product pageSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK current phone configurations and part numbersSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
Samsung Galaxy A17
128 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight190 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Width77.9 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Thickness7.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Display size6.7 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightnessNot verified
Not published
Claimed video playback18 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
SamsungClaimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
IP ratingIP54Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung laboratory claim: sprayed with 10 litres of fresh water per minute for 5 minutes at all angles. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear. Not a submersion rating.
SamsungRAM4 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Pixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rate90 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung UK states a 90 Hz maximum refresh rate for this model; a minimum adaptive rate is not stated.
SamsungSamsungNative telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Manufacturer list price£209.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung
All sources3
- Samsung UK Galaxy A17 technical specifications — SM-A175FZKBEUBSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK Galaxy A17 product pageSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK current phone configurations and part numbersSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
A CLEARER CHOICE
Share this comparison
The verified differences and their sources, in one link.