Samsung Galaxy A06 vs Xiaomi 16 Ultra
Compare Samsung Galaxy A06 vs Xiaomi 16 Ultra side by side: MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5000mAh vs…
Samsung
Galaxy A06
$129
3categories won
Xiaomi
16 Ultra
$1,299
14categories won
3 categories tied · 20 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 16 Ultra takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 16 Ultra proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy A06, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 16 Ultra leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the 16 Ultra. Choose the 16 Ultra if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy A06 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
16 Ultra takes battery honors offering 6,200 mAh alongside 120W charging.
16 Ultra provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and 24GB RAM.
16 Ultra takes photography with 50MP optics and 3.2x optical telephoto capabilities.
Galaxy A06 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $129 vs $1299.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Galaxy A06 vs 16 Ultra: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Galaxy A06 | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.73" |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 | 1440 x 3200Winner |
| Pixel density | 262 ppi | 521 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 550 nits | 3600 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Galaxy A06 | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 |
| Process node | 12 nm | 2 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000 | 3,200,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800 | 10800 |
| Maximum RAM | 6 GB | 24 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 128GB | 2TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Galaxy A06 | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 4Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 3.2x |
| Ultrawide | — | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 8 MP | 32 MPWinner |
| Max video | 1080p at 60fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Galaxy A06 | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 6,200 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 25 W | 120 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 25 W | 80 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Galaxy A06 | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 189 gWinner | 226 g |
| Thickness | 8 mmWinner | 9.2 mm |
| Water resistance | IP52 | IP68 |
| Build | Glass front, textured linear patterned plastic back and frame with Key Island | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back |
Software and support
| Specification | Galaxy A06 | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 (One UI 6.1) | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 2 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 2 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Galaxy A06 | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | microSD | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $129Winner | $1,299 |
Samsung Galaxy A06
The Samsung Galaxy A06 modernizes entry-level smartphones with a sleek 8.0mm thin body, Samsung Knox Vault biometric security, 50MP main camera, and 25W fast charging support.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
Xiaomi 16 Ultra
Equipped with a second-gen 1-inch LOFIC sensor with 15EV dynamic range, stepless physical f/1.6–f/4.0 aperture, a mammoth 200MP 1/1.4" periscope telephoto, 120W wired and 80W wireless charging, and 6,200 mAh capacity, the 16 Ultra is a DSLR in your pocket.
- Display
- 6.73"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,200mAh