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Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB) vs Google Pixel 3a (G020H)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy A16 5G vs Google Pixel 3a phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Google Pixel 3a X Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB) 20Points
6.7"
AMOLED

1080x2340

50
MP

13mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

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11Points Google Pixel 3a (G020H) Compare Samsung Galaxy A16 5G X
5.6"
OLED

1080x2220

12.2
MP

8mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

3000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB)} 20 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB) vs Pixel 3a (G020H)} 11 Advantages Google Pixel 3a (G020H)
+2.4GHz 64bit Octa-core (5nm)18%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs2GHz 64bit Octa-core (10nm)
+128GB (108GB available)116%
More internal storage for applications and files
vs64GB (50GB available)
+UFS 2.2Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vseMMC 5.1
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsNot supported
+7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)4%
Thinner
vs8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)
+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsOLED
+90Hz50%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
vs60Hz
+1080x2340 pixels5%
Higher resolution screen
vs1080x2220 pixels
+6.7"20%
Larger screen
vs5.6"
+(triple camera) 50MP + 5MP + 2MP4 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 12.2MP
+(front) 13MP60%
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 8MP
+Android 15Advantage
Android 15 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 12
+5G Sub6Advantage
The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster
vs4G LTE-A
+(5G Sub6) 3000 Mbps4 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(4G LTE-A) 600 Mbps
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+5000 mAh67%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs3000 mAh
+25W39%
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
vs18W
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
+5.3 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.3 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs5.0 + A2DP/LE
+IP54 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
200 grams (7 ounces)vs+147 grams (5.15 ounces)36%
Lighter
385 PPIvs+441 PPI15%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
LED flashvs+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
EIS: Digital stabilizationvs+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
1/2.76" inchesvs+1/2.55" inches8%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
Full HD (1920x1080)vs+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Virtual proximity sensorvs+Proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Mono sound (not stereo)vs+Stereo soundAdvantage
Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+Dragontrail GlassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

26 Common items in both devices
4GB LPDDR4X
Plastic body, glass front
16 million
Only digital zoom
Autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus
BSI sensor
HDR photo on both cameras
+19 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 3a (G020H)
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ModelGalaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB)Pixel 3a (G020H)
Other model namesGalaxy A16 5G SM-A166B/Dual-SIMGoogle Pixel 3a G020H
Country or region available(Europe)
(Europe)
Japan
Japan
BrandSamsungGoogle
Release date10/25/2024, Announced: 10/7/20245/19/2019, Announced: 5/7/2019
Depth7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)
Size (width x height)77.9 x 164.4 millimeters (3.07 x 6.47 in)70.1 x 151.3 millimeters (2.76 x 5.96 in)
Weight200 grams (7 ounces)147 grams (5.15 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersIP54 certified: protection against dust and splashingNot supported

📲 Display

Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 3a (G020H)
Display typeSuper AMOLEDOLED
Screen size6.7" inches5.6" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~86% (screen-to-body ratio)~75% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)1080x2220 pixels (18.5:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)385 PPI441 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedDragontrail Glass
Refresh rate90Hz60Hz
Display features800nits[peak]Always-On Display

🤖 Operating System

Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 3a (G020H)
System versionAndroid 14Android 9.0 Pie
Firmware updateAndroid 15Android 12
User InterfaceOne UI 6.1 / 7.0feature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 3a (G020H)
Chipset64bit: Samsung Exynos 1330 (5nm)64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 (SDM670) (10nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
2x 2.4GHz ARM Cortex-A78 (Dual-core)
6x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Hexa-core)
Octa-core, 2 processors:
2x 2GHz Kryo 360 Gold (Dual-core)
6x 1.7GHz Kryo 360 Silver (Hexa-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-G68 MC4Qualcomm Adreno 615
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 368854 (v9), 435895 (v10)
Geekbench: 2090 (v5), 2042 (v6)
feature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 3a (G020H)
RAM memory4GB LPDDR4X4GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage128GB (108GB available)
UFS 2.2
64GB (50GB available)
eMMC 5.1
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)
Not supported

📶 Mobile networks

Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 3a (G020H)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
Not supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload3000/1024 Mbps600/75 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat16 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 40,41)
VoLTE
LTE Cat11/5 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 21, 26, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 41)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkSA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78)Not supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat16 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 40,41)
VoLTE
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6Not supported

📷 Camera

Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 3a (G020H)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
50 megapixels
5MP ultrawide f/2.21/5"1.12µm
2MP macro f/2.4
12.2 megapixels
Main camera resolution8160x6120 pixels4032x3024 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
FlashLED flashDual-LED flash
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered28mm (lens)
Sensor size1/2.76" inches1/2.55" inches
Pixel size0.64µm pixel1.4µm pixel
AutofocusAutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedSupported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras1080p@30fps
720p@120fps
1080p@120fps

📸 Front camera

Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 3a (G020H)
Front camera (secondary)13 megapixels8 megapixels
Front camera resolution4128x3096 pixels3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered24mm (lens)
Sensor size1/3.1" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.12µm pixel1.12µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 3a (G020H)
LoudspeakerMono sound (not stereo)Stereo sound
Active noise cancellation2 microphones2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 3a (G020H)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)USB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth5.3 + A2DP/LE5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 3a (G020H)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Virtual proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 3a (G020H)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity5000 mAh3000 mAh
Charger, watts25W Wired fast charging18W (9V/2A) Wired fast charging
USB Power Delivery 2.0
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedNot supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Standbyfeature not registeredfeature not registered

➕ Other features

Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 3a (G020H)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Blue Black, Light Gray, Gold, Light Green• Colors: Just Black, Clearly White, Purple-ish
• FeliCa

☢️ Radiation rate

Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166B/DS 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 3a (G020H)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered1.19W/kg (head), 1.17W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered0.95W/kg (head), 0.84W/kg (body)
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