Samsung Galaxy M16 5G vs The Competition: Here are 3 Top alternatives to consider

The Samsung Galaxy M16 5G is Samsung’s latest affordable 5G smartphone in India, featuring an AMOLED display. It stands out as the only device in its segment to offer up to six years of Android and security updates. The smartphone also comes with NFC and Samsung Knox Vault to enhance the overall user experience. The Galaxy M16 5G boasts a sleek design that is 15% thinner than its predecessor. Here are the top three alternatives to the Samsung Galaxy M16 5G to consider while purchasing your next smartphone.

Samsung Galaxy M16 5G 3 Best Alternatives

Samsung Galaxy M16 5G: Specifications

Before we begin with the alternatives, here’s a quick look at the specifications of the Samsung Galaxy M16 5G:

• Display:6-inch Super AMOLED display, Full HD+ resolution, 90Hz refresh rate, supports Vision Booster and Eye Care Shield.
• Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC, Mali-G57 MC2 GPU.
• RAM and Storage: 4GB/6GB/8GB of RAM, 128GB of internal storage.
• Software: One UI 6 based on Android 15, Up to 6 years of major updates and security patches.
• Cameras: 50MP main camera with f/1.8 aperture and autofocus, 5MP ultra-wide lens with f/2.2 aperture, 2MP macro lens.
• Front Camera: 13MP selfie camera with f/2.0 aperture.
• Battery: 5,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging support.
• Connectivity: 11 5G bands, all-network support, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and GPS.
• Dimensions and Weight:4 x 77.9 x 7.9mm, 192 grams.
• Others: Samsung Knox, Voice Focus, a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

The Samsung Galaxy M16 5G will go on sale starting March 5 through Amazon India and Samsung India e-store in the country. Samsung is offering an instant bank discount of Rs 1,000 on all variants of the smartphone. Here is the variant-wise pricing for the smartphone.

POCO M7 Pro 5G

The POCO M7 Pro 5G delivers slightly faster performance with its MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra SoC. It features a brighter AMOLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. The device also boasts a slightly improved primary camera with OIS support. It also has faster wired charging technology and includes an IR blaster. However, it runs Android 14 out of the box and will receive only two OS updates.

• Display: 6.67-inch GOLED, FHD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, Corning Gorilla Glass 5, 2,100 nits peak brightness.
• Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra SoC, IMG BXM-8-256 GPU.
• RAM and Storage: Up to 8GB of RAM, and 256GB internal storage.
• Software: HyperOS based on Android 14.
• Rear Cameras: 50MP Sony LYT 600 primary with OIS and f/1.5 aperture, 2MP secondary camera.
• Front camera: 20MP selfie snapper.
• Battery and Charging: 5,100mAh, 45W wired fast charging tech.
• Other Features: IP64 dust and water resistance, In-display fingerprint scanner, IR Blaster, Dual stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos, 3.5mm headphone jack, 300% super volume.
• Dimensions and Weight: 162.4× 75.7 × 7.99mm, 190 grams.
• Colours: Lunar Dust, Lavender Frost, Olive Twilight.

The POCO M7 Pro 5G is available on Flipkart in two configurations. Take a look at the pricing of the smartphone.

Realme P3x 5G

The Realme P3x 5G, which recently launched in India, features a larger battery and faster wired charging. It also stands out in its segment with military-grade shock resistance and an IP69 rating for dust and water resistance. The smartphone also delivers slightly better performance, thanks to the latest MediaTek Dimensity 6400 SoC. However, unlike the Samsung Galaxy M16 5G, it comes with an inferior LCD display and lacks an ultrawide camera.

• Display: 6.7-inch LCD screen, FHD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 950 nits peak brightness, 240Hz touch sampling rate.
• Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6400 SoC, ARM G57 MC2.
• RAM and Storage: Up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.
• Software: Realme UI 6 based on Android 15.
• Cameras: 50MP OV50D AI main camera with f/1.8 aperture, 2MP portrait camera with f/2.4 aperture.
• Selfie Camera: 8MP selfie camera.
• Battery and Charging: 6,000mAh battery, 45W SuperVOOC charging, charger included in the box.
• Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3, 5G + 5G Dual Mode, SA/NSA supported, Beidou, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS
• Dimensions and Weight: 165.7 x 76.22 x 7.94mm, 197 grams
• Colours: Lunar Silver, Midnight Blue, Stellar Pink

The Realme P3x 5G also retails through Flipkart and Realme India e-store in the country. Here is the variant-wise pricing of the smartphones.

Moto G64 5G

The Moto G64 5G stands out from the competition by including NFC, a rare feature in this segment. The smartphone delivers superior performance with its MediaTek Dimensity 7025 SoC and offers extended battery life thanks to its larger 6,000mAh battery. However, it runs Android 14 out of the box but will receive only one OS update which is significantly fewer than the Galaxy M16 5G’s six-update policy. It also features an LCD display with a smoother 120Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection.

• Display: 6.5-inch IPS LCD screen, Full HD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection.
• Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7025 SoC, PowerVR BXM-8-256 GPU.
• RAM and Storage: Up to 12GB of LPDDR4X RAM, 256GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage/
• Software: MyUX, based on Android 14, One OS update, three years of security patch updates.
• Cameras: 50MP primary camera with an f/1.8 aperture and OIS, 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens with 118° field of view and macro vision, and an LED flash.
• Front Camera: 16MP sensor with an f/2.4 aperture.
• Battery and Charging: 6,000mAh, 33W TurboPower fast charging.
• Audio: Stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos audio, Moto Spatial sound, and 3.5mm audio jack
• Security: Side-mounted fingerprint scanner, Face unlock
• Dimensions and Weight: 161.56 × 73.82 × 8.89 mm, 192 grams.
• Others: IP52 water-repellent design, ThinkShield for Mobile, Moto Secure
• Connectivity: Dual-SIM, 5G (14 bands), Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and USB 2.0
• Colours: Mint Green, Pearl Blue, Ice Lilac, Berry Red.

The Moto G64 5G also retails in two configurations through Flipkart and the Motorola India e-store. Take a look at the pricing of the handset in the country.