Oppo A16K vs Samsung Galaxy A04s: A Detailed Budget Showdown

Looking for an affordable smartphone that doesn't completely compromise on features? The Oppo A16K and Samsung Galaxy A04s are both contenders in the budget segment, offering a range of capabilities at attractive price points. But which one reigns supreme?

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A04s emerges as the winner thanks to its superior chipset, brighter display, and slightly faster charging. While the Oppo A16K is a decent option, the A04s offers a more well-rounded experience for the price.

PHONES
Phone Names	Oppo A16K	Samsung Galaxy A04s

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41
Speed	HSPA, LTE	HSPA, LTE
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE

Launch
Announced	2021, November 08	2022, August 31
Status	Available. Released 2021, November 08	Available. Released 2022, September 22

Body
Build	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Dimensions	164 x 75.4 x 7.9 mm (6.46 x 2.97 x 0.31 in)	164.7 x 76.7 x 9.1 mm (6.48 x 3.02 x 0.36 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	175 g (6.17 oz)	195 g (6.88 oz)

Display
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 3	-
Resolution	720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)	720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
Size	6.52 inches, 102.6 cm2 (~83.0% screen-to-body ratio)	6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~80.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD, 480 nits (typ)	PLS LCD, 90Hz, 400 nits (peak)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)	Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Mediatek MT6765G Helio G35 (12 nm)	Exynos 850 (8 nm)
GPU	PowerVR GE8320	Mali-G52
OS	Android 11, ColorOS 11.1	Android 12, upgradable to Android 14, One UI 6.1

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC	microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal	32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM	32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 3GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
	eMMC 5.1	eMMC 5.1

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Single	13 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF	-
Triple	-	50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Features	HDR	-
Single	5 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide)	5 MP, f/2.2, (wide)
Video	1080p@30fps	720p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes

Comms
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX	5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC	No	Yes (market/region dependent)
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS	GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
Radio	Unspecified	No
USB	microUSB 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 2.0
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Accelerometer, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer
	-	Virtual Proximity Sensing

Battery
Charging	10W wired	15W wired
Type	Li-Po 4230 mAh	Li-Po 5000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black, Blue	Black, Green, White, Copper
Models	CPH2349	SM-A047F, SM-A047F/DS, SM-A047F/DSN, SM-A047M
Price	About 550 EUR	€ 133.89
SAR EU	-	0.52 W/kg (head) 1.23 W/kg (body)

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 114h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: 1614:1
Loudspeaker	-	-30.3 LUFS (Below average)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 145123(v9) GeekBench: 1100 (v5.1) GFXBench: 11fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Oppo A16K

Very affordable
Simple and easy to use
Decent battery life (advertised)

Weak performance
Dim display
Slow charging
Basic camera

Samsung Galaxy A04s

Better performance (Exynos 850)
Brighter display
Faster charging (15W)
Likely better camera system
More modern design

Slightly more expensive than A16K
Software updates may be slower than Samsung's flagship devices

Display Comparison

The Samsung Galaxy A04s boasts a noticeable advantage in display quality. Its 389 nits of brightness offer better visibility in outdoor conditions compared to the A16K's likely lower brightness. Both offer a 1614:1 contrast ratio, suggesting decent blacks, but the A04s' brightness makes a tangible difference.

Camera Comparison

While both phones offer 'Photo/Video' capabilities, the Galaxy A04s likely has a more advanced camera system. The A04s often includes a higher resolution main sensor and potentially additional lenses (macro, depth). The A16K's camera is adequate for casual snapshots, but lacks the versatility of the A04s.

Performance

The Exynos 850 in the Galaxy A04s is significantly more powerful than the Helio G35 in the Oppo A16K. The 8nm process also contributes to better power efficiency. Expect smoother multitasking and app loading on the A04s. The A16K will handle basic tasks adequately, but struggles with demanding apps.

Battery Life

Both phones advertise impressive endurance ratings (114h for the A04s). However, the A04s' more efficient chipset likely translates to better real-world battery life, even with the slightly faster 15W charging compared to the A16K's 10W.

Buying Guide

Who should buy the Oppo A16K? Those prioritizing the absolute lowest price and a simple, straightforward user experience. Who should buy the Samsung Galaxy A04s? Users seeking better performance, a more vibrant display, and a slightly more modern feature set without breaking the bank.