Skip to content

Samsung Galaxy A16 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB) vs Google Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Google Pixel 4a 5G phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

,
Compare Google Pixel 4a 5G X Samsung Galaxy A16 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB) 14Points
6.7"
AMOLED

1080x2340

50
MP

13mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
19Points Google Pixel 4a 5G (G025I) Compare Samsung Galaxy A16 X
6.2"
OLED

1080x2340

12.2
MP

8mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

3885
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Google Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)

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 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB)} 14 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A16 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB) vs Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)} 19 Advantages Google Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)
+2.2GHz 64bit Octa-core (6nm)5%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs2.4GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)
+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
+6.7"8%
Larger screen
vs6.2"
+(triple camera) 50MP + 5MP + 2MP102%
Higher resolution main camera
vs(dual camera) 12.2MP + 16MP
+(front) 13MP60%
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 8MP
+Android 15Advantage
Android 15 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 14
+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+5000 mAh29%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs3885 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) + e-SIM (Eletronic)
+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
4GB LPDDR4Xvs+6GB LPDDR4X50%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
eMMC 5.1vs+UFS 2.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
200 grams (7 ounces)vs+168 grams (5.88 ounces)19%
Lighter
Not supportedvs+HDR8Advantage
The HDR8 display provides vibrant colors and more details
385 PPIvs+416 PPI8%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
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.
f/1.8 (aperture)vs+f/1.7 (aperture)6%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
Full HD (1920x1080)vs+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
4G LTE-Avs+5G Sub6Advantage
The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster
(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbpsvs+(5G Sub6) 3000 Mbps9 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
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+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Govs+USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

26 Common items in both devices
128GB (108GB available) / 128GB (109GB available)
Plastic body, glass front
90Hz
16 million
1080x2340 pixels
LED flash
Only digital zoom
+19 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

Highlight differences Clear highlight

📱 Model features

Galaxy A16 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)
Change model 
ModelGalaxy A16 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB)Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)
Other model namesGalaxy A16 4G LTE SM-A165F/DSBGoogle Pixel 4a 5G G025I
Country or region available(Europe)
(Europe)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandSamsungGoogle
Release date11/20/2024, Announced: 10/15/202411/5/2020, Announced: 9/30/2020
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)74 x 153.9 millimeters (2.91 x 6.06 in)
Weight200 grams (7 ounces)168 grams (5.88 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersIP54 certified: protection against dust and splashingNot supported

📲 Display

Galaxy A16 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)
Display typeSuper AMOLEDOLED
Screen size6.7" inches6.2" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~86% (screen-to-body ratio)~82.9% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)385 PPI416 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate90Hz90Hz
Display features800nits[peak]HDR8
Always-On Display

🤖 Operating System

Galaxy A16 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)
System versionAndroid 14Android 11
Firmware updateAndroid 15Android 14
User InterfaceOne UI 6.1 / 7.0feature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Galaxy A16 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)
Chipset64bit: MediaTek Helio G99 (6nm)64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G (SM7250-AB) (7nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
2x 2.2GHz ARM Cortex-A76 (Dual-core)
6x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Hexa-core)
Octa-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.4GHz Kryo 475 Prime (Single-core)
1x 2.2GHz Kryo 475 Gold (Single-core)
6x 1.8GHz Kryo 475 Silver (Hexa-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-G57 MC2Qualcomm Adreno 620 (625MHz)
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 387422 (v10)
Geekbench: 1920 (v6)
feature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Galaxy A16 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)
RAM memory4GB LPDDR4X6GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage128GB (108GB available)
eMMC 5.1
128GB (109GB available)
UFS 2.1
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)
Not supported

📶 Mobile networks

Galaxy A16 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)
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) + e-SIM
Maximum Download / Upload300/150 Mbps3000/1024 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
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 850/900/2100UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat7 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
LTE Cat18 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkNot supportedSA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 28, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78)
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat7 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-ANot supported

📷 Camera

Galaxy A16 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
50 megapixels
5MP ultrawide f/2.21/5"1.12µm
2MP macro f/2.4
(dual camera)
12.2 megapixels
16MP ultrawide f/2.2107°1.0µm
Main camera resolution8160x6120 pixels4032x3024 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)f/1.7 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered27mm (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/video on both cameras
Camera extras1080p@30fps
720p@120fps
1080p@240fps

📸 Front camera

Galaxy A16 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)
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" inches1/4" inches
Pixel size1.12µm pixel1.12µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Galaxy A16 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)
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 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoUSB 3.1 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 supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Galaxy A16 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Virtual proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Galaxy A16 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity5000 mAh3885 mAh
Charger, watts25W Wired fast charging18W 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 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)
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: Black, Light gray, Light green• Colors: Just Black, White
• Google Pay
• Google Cast

☢️ Radiation rate

Galaxy A16 (SM-A165F/DSB 128GB/4GB)Google Pixel 4a 5G (G025I)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)0.312W/kg (head), 1.083W/kg (body)feature not registered
X

🍪 We use cookies to provide and improve our services. By using this website, you consent to cookies. Further details: Privacy policy.