Samsung Galaxy A16 5G appears on Geekbench with Dimensity 6300 SoC: Here’s what we know so far

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has been spotted on Geekbench, confirming its imminent global release. Equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, the device is likely to be available in various RAM options.

Samsung Galaxy A16 5G key specifications surfaced on Geekbench ahead of its launch. (Samsung )

Samsung is preparing to launch the successor to the Galaxy A15 5G, likely named the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G. The new model has recently been listed on Geekbench under the model number SM-A166E, suggesting this is the global variant.

Earlier, the US version of the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G, identified by model number SM-A166P, also surfaced on Geekbench spotted by Mysmartprice. Both models feature the Dimensity 6300 SoC. The Geekbench listing shows the device with 4GB of RAM and Android 14, with expectations for additional variants offering 6GB and 8GB of RAM. The global model achieved a score of 967 in the single-core test and 1971 in the multicore test on Geekbench 6.

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Samsung Galaxy A16 5G: Features (Rumoured)

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G has been spotted on various certification sites before its official release. Listings on the UK Carrier database and the IMEI certification website indicate that a 4G version may also be in development. Despite Samsung not confirming details, these certifications suggest the phone's launch is imminent.

Rumours suggest the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G will include a 50 MP main camera, a 5 MP secondary camera, and a 2 MP macro camera. The front-facing camera is expected to be 13 MP. The device might come with a 5,000 mAh battery and 25W fast charging. Details are still emerging, but the specifications might closely follow the previous model.

Samsung Galaxy A15 Key Specifications

The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G features a 6.5-inch sAMOLED display with a water drop notch, offering FHD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. It includes a 50 MP main camera, a 5 MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2 MP depth sensor. Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ processor, it supports up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The phone is equipped with a 5,000 mAh battery supporting 25W fast charging and runs on Android 14.