Description
The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (128GB) – Unlocked strikes an excellent balance between affordability and functionality, offering a vibrant display, solid battery life, and smooth everyday performance . This device features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution (2340 x 1080) and a smooth 90Hz refresh rate, delivering vibrant colours and fluid scrolling for an immersive viewing experience . The display reaches a maximum brightness of 800 nits, ensuring good visibility indoors and in most outdoor conditions .
Powered by Samsung’s own Exynos 1330 processor and equipped with 4GB of RAM, the A16 5G handles everyday tasks with ease . The 128GB of internal storage is expandable up to 1.5TB via microSD card, giving you plenty of space for apps, photos, and media . Running on Android 14 with One UI, this device is eligible for six generations of major OS upgrades and six years of security maintenance, ensuring your phone stays current and secure for years to come .
The versatile triple-camera system includes a 50MP main lens with F1.8 aperture, a 5MP ultra-wide camera, and a 2MP macro lens for close-up details . The 13MP front-facing camera captures clear selfies and supports FHD video recording at 30fps . The camera setup is identical to the previous generation, offering reliable performance for everyday photography .
A massive 5,000 mAh battery delivers exceptional endurance, with 25W Super Fast Charging to quickly power you through the day. In testing, the A16 lasted 13 hours and 46 minutes of HD video playback on a single charge . With a slim 7.9mm thick body weighing just 192g, the A16 5G is lightweight and comfortable to hold .
The device features an IP54 dust and water resistance rating—a welcome upgrade at this price point, offering protection against splashes and moderate dust exposure . The side-mounted fingerprint scanner provides convenient and secure unlocking . Connectivity options include 5G (sub-6GHz), Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, Wi-Fi 5, and support for one physical SIM and one eSIM—an improvement over previous generations . Samsung has removed the 3.5mm headphone jack, so USB-C headphones or Bluetooth earbuds are recommended . Being factory unlocked, it works with all major Canadian carriers.
Key Features:
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Immersive Display: 6.7-inch Super AMOLED, FHD+ (2340 x 1080), 90Hz refresh rate, 800 nits brightness
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Reliable Performance: Exynos 1330 octa-core processor with 4GB RAM for smooth multitasking
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Versatile Camera System: 50MP Main (F1.8), 5MP Ultra-Wide, 2MP Macro, and 13MP Selfie
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5G Connectivity: Supports 5G sub-6GHz, dual SIM with eSIM support, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3
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Expandable Storage: 128GB internal storage with microSD support up to 1.5TB
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All-Day Battery: 5,000 mAh battery with 25W Super Fast Charging
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Durable Build: IP54 dust/water resistance, 7.9mm slim profile, weighing 192g
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Long-Term Support: Android 14 with One UI, eligible for 6 major OS upgrades and 6 years of security patches
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Unlocked Flexibility: Compatible with all major Canadian carriers, supports physical SIM and eSIM
