Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Samsung Galaxy M35
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Samsung Galaxy A16
Samsung Galaxy M35
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Samsung Galaxy A16
Faster chip
Samsung Galaxy M35
Bigger battery
Samsung Galaxy M35
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Samsung Galaxy M35
Lighter body
Samsung Galaxy A16
Best value for money
Samsung Galaxy M35
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Samsung Galaxy M35 |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.7 | 6.6 |
| Panel Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution Height | 2340 | 2340 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 1080 |
| Refresh Rate | 90 | 120 |
| Peak Brightness | — | 1000 |
| PPI | 385 | 390 |
| Glass Type | Mohs level 5 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus + |
| Screen-to-body | 86 | 83.8 |
Platform
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Samsung Galaxy M35 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G68 MP5 |
| Chipset Name | Mediatek Helio G99 | Exynos 1380 |
| Process (nm) | 6 | 5 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | One UI 7 | One UI 6.1 |
| OS Version | 14 | 14 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Samsung Galaxy M35 +38%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Samsung Galaxy M35 +45%AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy M35 +81%| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Samsung Galaxy M35 |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 733 | 1,015 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 1,994 | 2,883 |
| AnTuTu | 423,470 | 765,000 |
Memory
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Samsung Galaxy M35 |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Variants | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Samsung Galaxy M35 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@480fps, gyro-EIS |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Count | 3 | 3 |
| Macro | 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) | 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) |
| ultrawide | 5 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) | 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) |
| Wide | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide) | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Samsung Galaxy M35 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 13 MP, f/2, (wide) | 13 MP, f/2.2, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Samsung Galaxy M35 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 5000 | 6000 |
| Wired Charging (W) | 25 | 25 |
Body
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Samsung Galaxy M35 |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus + ), plastic frame, glass back |
| SIM | Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 164.4 | 162.3 |
| Thickness (mm) | 7.9 | 9.1 |
| Weight (g) | 200 | 222 |
| Width (mm) | 77.9 | 78.6 |
Launch
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Samsung Galaxy M35 |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2024, October 15 | 2024, May 24 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, November 20 | Available. Released 2024, May 24 |
Network
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Samsung Galaxy M35 |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66 |
| 5G Bands | — | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Samsung Galaxy M35 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS |
| Radio | FM radio (market/region dependent) | Unspecified |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
Sound
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Samsung Galaxy M35 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
Features
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Samsung Galaxy M35 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Samsung Galaxy A16 and Samsung Galaxy M35 are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Both phones sit in the same price band, so the choice comes down to specs and brand preference.
Samsung Galaxy M35 packs a 6000 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Samsung Galaxy M35 posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
In the 30,000 to 60,000 DZD bracket, look for 5,000 mAh batteries, 120Hz screens, and at least 6 GB of RAM.
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