Both phones are sequel to already popular devices like the Galaxy M05 and Galaxy M15, but what’s important to mention is that they bring minimal improvements over the current models.
The main selling point of the Galaxy M06 5G and Galaxy M16 5G is the large battery without a doubt. The former is powered by a 5,000 mAh battery, much bigger than Samsung’s current flagship, the Galaxy S25 and about the same as the Ultra model.
However, the Galaxy M16 5G ships with a huge 6,000 mAh battery, which puts the entire Galaxy S25 family to shame. In comparison, the Galaxy S25 has a 4,000 mAh battery, while the Galaxy S25 Ultra packs a larger 5,000 mAh battery.
Obviously, the Galaxy M06 5G and Galaxy M16 5G fall short when it comes to hardware. Still, it goes to show that Samsung does have the technology but rather is unable to fit it in a slimmer body.
Samsung Galaxy M06 5G has a bigger battery than the Galaxy S25 | Screenshot by PhoneArena
In any case, if you’re looking for a second phone or one that offers above average battery life and doesn’t cost a fortune, the Galaxy M06 5G and Galaxy M16 5G will go on sale next month.
Just like the predecessor, the Galaxy M06 5G sports a 6.7-inch PLS LCD display with HD+ resolution and a dual camera (50 MP main + 2 MP macro). The biggest improvement over the Galaxy M05 is the newer and faster Dimensity 6300 chipset, which is paired with 4/6 GB RAM and 128 GB internal storage.
On the other hand, the slightly more expensive Galaxy M16 5G features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution and 90 Hz refresh rate, as well as a triple camera (50 MP main + 5 MP ultra-wide + 2 macro).
Samsung Galaxy M16 5G’s battery is even bigger than Galaxy S25 Ultra‘s | Screenshot by PhoneArena
Similarly to the Galaxy M06 5G, the Galaxy M16 5G is equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor, 4/6/8 GB RAM, and 128/256 GB internal storage. Both phones promise 4 years of Android update, which is a lot less than what Samsung’s flagships offer (up to 7 years of Android updates).
Samsung Galaxy M06 5G will go on sale in India on March 7 and costs as low as $110, while the Galaxy M16 5G arrives on March 5 for $130 outright.
