Samsung Galaxy M16 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5

Compare Samsung Galaxy M16 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 side by side: MediaTek Dimensity 6300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy, 50MP vs 50MP camera…

Samsung

Galaxy Z Fold 5

$1,799

11categories won

3 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy M16 5G, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Galaxy M16 5G takes the lead, while the Galaxy Z Fold 5 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy Z Fold 5 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy M16 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy M16 5G

Galaxy M16 5G wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 25W fast charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy Z Fold 5

Galaxy Z Fold 5 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy and 12GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy Z Fold 5

Galaxy Z Fold 5 takes photography with 50MP optics and 3x optical telephoto capabilities.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy M16 5G

Galaxy M16 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $159 vs $1799.

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 M16 5G vs Galaxy Z Fold 5: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy M16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy M16 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Screen size	6.7"	7.6"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1812 x 2176Winner
Pixel density	385 ppiWinner	373 ppi
Refresh rate	90 Hz	120 HzWinner
Peak brightness	800 nits	1750 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy M16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy M16 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Chipset	MediaTek Dimensity 6300	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy
Process node	6 nm	4 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	420,000	1,530,000Winner
Geekbench multi	2050	5380Winner
Maximum RAM	8 GB	12 GBWinner
Maximum storage	256GB	1TBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy M16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy M16 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	—	3x
Ultrawide	5 MP	12 MPWinner
Selfie camera	13 MPWinner	10 MP
Max video	1080p@30fps	8K at 30fps / 4K at 60fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy M16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy M16 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Capacity	5,000 mAhWinner	4,400 mAh
Wired charging	25 W	25 W
Wireless charging	No	15 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy M16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy M16 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Weight	195 gWinner	253 g
Thickness	7.9 mm	6.1 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP54	IPX8
Build	Polymer composite body, reinforced glass front	Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 cover and back, Ultra Thin Glass inner

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy M16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy M16 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
Operating system	Android 14	Android 13
OS updates	6 yearsWinner	4 years
Security updates	7 yearsWinner	5 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy M16 5G, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy M16 5G	Galaxy Z Fold 5
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Storage expansion	microSD	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$159Winner	$1,799