What are the measurements and specifications of the Samsung A16
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What are the dimensions and specifications of the Samsung A16? ?
Hello, iLevante.com community! If you're here, it's likely that your Samsung Galaxy A16 needs a little care, or maybe you just want to get to know the beast in your hands more thoroughly. This device, launched by Samsung to dominate the mid-range market, comes with impressive specifications for its price. But as repair experts, we know that what really matters is the hardware and how easy (or difficult) it is to repair.
This isn?t another boring specs article. This is the ultimate hardware guide to the Samsung A16 from a repair perspective. We'll break down its components, tell you which iLevante.com spare parts you need to fix it, and reveal a crucial technical secret that could save you hundreds of euros and a huge headache. ?
The Secret of the A16: Not All Are Alike (SM-A165 vs SM-A166)
ATTENTION! This is the most important data you'll read today. There isn?t just one ?Samsung A16.? There are two versions that, while they look identical, are completely different animals on the inside:
- Samsung Galaxy A16 4G (SM-A165): The base model, with a MediaTek Helio G99 processor.
- Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166): The 5G model, with an Exynos 1330 or Dimensity 6300 processor and IP54 splash resistance.
Why is this vital? Because most of its key spare parts, like the screen and charging flex cable, ARE NOT INTERCHANGEABLE. Keep reading to find out why buying the wrong spare part can ?kill? your phone.
Samsung A16 Measurements and Technical Specifications Table
For starters, here?s the technical sheet. We?ve gathered the exact dimensions and the most important hardware specifications that directly affect the parts you find on iLevante.com.
| Feature | Technical Specification |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (Height) | 164.4 mm |
| Dimensions (Width) | 77.9 mm |
| Dimensions (Thickness) | 7.9 mm |
| Weight | 200 g |
| Screen (Technology) | Super AMOLED, 90Hz |
| Screen (Size) | 6.7 inches |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels (FHD+) |
| Battery (Capacity) | 5000 mAh |
| Battery (Spare Part SKU) | EB-BA166ASE / EB-BA166ABY (Compatible with both models!) |
| Charging | 25W Super Fast Charging (Charger not included in the box) |
| 3.5mm Audio Jack | No. Audio and charging via USB-C |
| CPU (4G Model) | MediaTek Helio G99 (6 nm) |
| CPU (5G Model) | Exynos 1330 (5 nm) or MediaTek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) |
| Proximity Sensor (4G) | VIRTUAL Proximity Sensor (VSP) |
| Proximity Sensor (5G) | PHYSICAL Proximity Sensor (Hardware beneath the screen) |
Key Spare Parts for Samsung A16 and Common Hardware Issues
Your phone is a set of components, and like any machine, some wear out faster than others. Here?s what usually fails and how to fix it with iLevante.com spare parts.
The Screen (Spare Part SM-A165 and SM-A166) ?
It?s the crown jewel: a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED at 90Hz. The colors are vibrant and blacks are pure. Unfortunately, it?s also a magnet for cracks or, worse, the ?Black Screen of Death? (the phone vibrates but shows no image).
?? COMPATIBILITY WARNING! ??
Due to the sensor difference we mentioned, the screens of the A16 4G (SM-A165) and A16 5G (SM-A166) ARE NOT INTERCHANGEABLE. The OEM part numbers are different (e.g., GH82-36174A only for the A166 5G). Installing the incorrect screen will cause catastrophic failures. At iLevante.com, we?ve clearly separated the models:
The Battery (Spare Part EB-BA166ASE) ?
With 5000 mAh, the battery is solid. But after a year or two, you?ll start noticing faster drain. The most dangerous symptom is swelling of the battery, which can push against the back cover or even the screen, creating a fire hazard.
Good news! ? The battery, with part number EB-BA166ABE, is 100% COMPATIBLE between A16 4G and 5G models. This makes it an easy spare part to find.
The Charging Port (USB-C Flex) ?
The A16 does not have a headphone jack. This means the USB-C port is used for charging *and* listening to music, doubling the wear. If your phone only charges ?when you jiggle the cable,? or if people can?t hear you well during calls (the main microphone is in this piece), you need a new charging flex.
Bad news! Just like the screen, the charging flex cables are INCOMPATIBLE between the 4G (A165) and 5G (A166) models. Be sure to check your exact model number (SM-A16x) in Settings > About phone before purchasing!
List of Screen Replacement Issues (And How to Prevent Them) ??
This is the most important section of this article. Replacing the A16?s screen isn?t like with other phones. It?s full of traps, especially with the 4G model. At iLevante.com, we want your repair to be a success, so we?re sharing the issues others won?t tell you about.
?The Black Screen During Calls? (The Virtual Sensor Failure)
The Symptom: You replace the A16 4G (SM-A165) screen, everything works fine. You make a call, the screen goes black (normal), but when you move the phone away from your ear... the screen stays black. You can?t hang up. You can?t dial numbers. The phone is locked until the other person hangs up.
The Technical Cause (The Deep Investigation): The A16 4G (A165), to save costs, DOES NOT HAVE A PHYSICAL PROXIMITY SENSOR. It uses a system called ?Virtual Proximity Sensing? (VSP). This system emits an inaudible ultrasound from the speaker and uses the microphone to ?listen? for the echo bouncing back from your face.
The Failure: This VSP system is factory-calibrated to the exact acoustics of the original glass and adhesive. When you install a new screen (especially a cheap aftermarket one), the density of the glass and the properties of the glue change. The VSP system goes haywire, misinterprets echoes, and thinks your face is *permanently* on the phone.
Prevention and Solution:
- Sadly, this failure is almost unfixable for a user. There?s no secret code or setting to recalibrate the VSP.
- The BEST prevention is to buy the A16 5G model (SM-A166), which DOES have a physical hardware sensor under the screen and doesn?t face this issue.
- If you already have an A165, the only option is to use a high-quality OEM replacement and hope for the best.
?Ghost Touch?
The Symptom: After the repair, the screen goes crazy. It types on its own, opens apps, zooms in....
The Technical Cause: This is rarely a software problem. It?s a hardware failure.
- Cause A: Poor Quality Digitizer. Most cheap aftermarket screens have low-quality digitizers (the layer that detects touch).
- Cause B: Bad Grounding Connection. Original Samsung screens have special shielding and insulating tapes. Cheap copies don?t. The digitizer makes contact with the metal chassis, accumulates static, and causes ghost touches.
- Cause C: Pinched Flex Cable. During installation, it?s easy to pinch or damage the delicate screen flex cable.
Prevention and Solution: Don?t trust the ?cheapest? screen. The quality of the digitizer and shielding is invisible but crucial. At iLevante.com, we select tested spare parts to avoid these issues. Always test the screen before sealing the phone!
Auto Brightness Doesn?t Work
The Symptom: After replacing the screen, auto brightness stops working. It either stays at the minimum or maximum brightness.
The Technical Cause: This is due to an issue with the Ambient Light Sensor (ALS).
- In the A16 5G (A166): This sensor is physical and hidden underneath the screen near the selfie camera. During the repair, it?s very easy to:
- Lose or misalign the small rubber gasket that surrounds the sensor.
- Block the sensor?s small window with black adhesive.
- In the A16 4G (A165): It?s worse. Auto brightness also relies on the VSP system. If the VSP fails (see Issue 1), auto brightness also dies.
Prevention and Solution: Patience is key! Be meticulous. Make sure not to lose the sensor?s rubber gasket. Or, for a safer solution, buy a pre-installed frame screen. It?s a bit more expensive, but it saves you the hassle of transferring sensors and adhesives, guaranteeing a perfect finish.
Is the Samsung A16 Repairable?
Here at iLevante.com, we believe in repairability. But we have to be honest:
- The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G (SM-A166) is a durable and highly repairable phone. Its use of traditional hardware sensors makes it a safe option to extend its lifespan.
- The Samsung Galaxy A16 4G (SM-A165) is a ?time bomb? of repairability. Its reliance on the problematic Virtual Proximity Sensor (VSP) means the most common repair (the screen) is a risk that could leave your phone without its primary function: making calls.
Whatever your model, the key to success is knowing which part you?re buying. Check your exact model (SM-A16x), understand the differences we?ve explained, and equip yourself with quality spare parts from a supplier like iLevante.com who understands the hardware thoroughly. Let?s get to work!
