Customer reviews from Samsung US
Boost Mobile - Samsung Galaxy A16 5G - Prepaid Smartphone - Blue Black
Average customer rating
4.4
(5,173 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 5,173 reviews
5 Stars
3,202
4 Stars
1,153
3 Stars
506
2 Stars
167
1 Star
145
70%of customers recommend this product.
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39 out of
56)
Customer Reviews for Boost Mobile - Samsung Galaxy A16 5G - Prepaid Smartphone - Blue Black
Customer Rating
5
This product has a good features
on June 2, 2025
Posted by: Elchore
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] few weeks now, and it's honestly been a solid performer for its price range. Whether it's streaming shows, gaming, or working on the go, The large 6.5” HD+ display makes watching Netflix and YouTube enjoyable. I was pleasantly surprised by how well the Galaxy A16 5G handles mobile games. Titles like Call of Duty: Mobile and Asphalt 9 run smoothly thanks to the MediaTek Dimensity processor. For productivity, it’s more than capable. I use it for checking emails, video calls, editing documents, One of the standout additions is the Galaxy AI integration. Features like real-time language translation during chats and smart photo editing (especially the Object Eraser) bring premium-level capabilities to an affordable phone. The dual camera setup (50MP main) is decent in good lighting. I use it for quick shots, scanning docs, and the occasional TikTok
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
Samsung A16 5G Review: A Versatile Companion
on June 2, 2025
Posted by: SamsungGirl04
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung A16 5G is a versatile smartphone that excels for work, gaming, and school. For gaming, it runs popular titles like PUBG Mobile and Call of Duty Mobile smoothly at mid-tier settings, though some lag may occur in more demanding games. For productivity, it handles multitasking and apps like Google Docs and Microsoft Office effortlessly, with a large 6.6-inch screen that's great for work and study. The camera is decent for video calls and uploads. As a student, I rely on it for quick access to school resources and virtual classes. The phone also integrates AI well, with features like voice-to-text and smart notifications that boost daily efficiency. Overall, the Samsung A16 5G offers solid performance, making it a reliable and affordable choice for a range of tasks.
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great features easy to navigate awesome phone
on June 2, 2025
Posted by: Clover
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Ai features are great easy to manage this phone is amazing recommended it to everyone. Security is great good photos etc
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
This galaxy a16 5g is awesome
on June 2, 2025
Posted by: Budapril
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Okay, here's a more technical review for the **Galaxy A16**, packed with compliments for its AI features!
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The **Galaxy A16** isn't just a phone; it's a testament to smart, accessible technology. I'm absolutely captivated by its performance, making it an **amazing** and **awesome** purchase. Under the hood, the optimized **octa-core processor** paired with ample RAM ensures a buttery-smooth experience, effortlessly handling everything from intense gaming to seamless multitasking. The **120Hz AMOLED display** is a visual feast, offering incredibly vibrant colors and deep blacks with impressive peak brightness that makes content pop, even in direct sunlight.
But where the A16 truly transcends expectations is its integrated **Galaxy AI suite**. This isn't just a gimmick; it's a **game-changer**. The AI's influence is phenomenal, starting with **computational photography**: the camera's **AI Scene Optimizer** intelligently adjusts settings for stunning, vibrant shots every time, while the advanced **Night Mode**, powered by the onboard **NPU (Neural Processing Unit)**, captures detail in low light that simply shouldn't be possible at this price point. It's truly awesome to see how the AI elevates every photo
Beyond imaging, the AI enhances productivity in subtle yet powerful ways. Features like **AI-powered text summarization** make quick work of long articles, and **real-time live translation** is nothing short of revolutionary for communication. The **intelligent batter
Beyond imaging, the AI enhances productivity in subtle yet powerful ways. Features like **AI-powered text summarization** make quick work of long articles, and **real-time live translation** is nothing short of revolutionary for communication. The **intelligent batter
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
This phone is very easy to use
on June 2, 2025
Posted by: Doggirl
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is my daily phone and I use it for everything. Personal use, business clients and finances, video, music, organization, all of it!
Galaxy AI
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
2
Slowest phone
on June 2, 2025
Posted by: Mari2vel
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I wish I would of gown another phone, this phone is horrible. It is an upgrade from another android that I had for years, that phone was great and never had problems but after about 7 years it finally quit on me. I thought this was going to be a great upgrade and have more features. This phone is so slow, some times glitches, it lags for what seems like forever, sometimes I give up on what I'm trying to do on the phone cause I don't have the patience to wait for it to catch up or wake up. Even the phone knows it's too slow, it'll send a message saying, your phone is too slow, restart. When I first got the phone I had to restart it, I restart it a couple times a week and it doesn't really help much. The text messages are not very accommodating either. You would think this was an older phone the way it acts. I want to call to see about maybe another one but I just don't want to go through the hassle.
Value
2
Response from Samsung USBy R&R, June 11, 2025
Good day Mari2vel,
Thank you for sharing your valuable feedback on the Galaxy A16 5G. Your experience is important to us and plays a key role in our continuous improvement. The Galaxy A16 5G still has much to offer, particularly with the recent One UI 7.0 update. If you’ve noticed any changes in your phone’s performance, it might be an excellent time for a quick optimization—consider it a spring cleaning for your device. Over time, data can accumulate on your phone, which can negatively impact its performance. The Quick Optimization feature can enhance your device’s performance by identifying apps that consume excessive battery power, clearing out unnecessary items from memory, removing redundant files, scanning for malware, and closing background apps. Optimizing your phone is a straightforward process. Simply go to Settings, swipe to and tap Device care, then tap Optimize now, and finish by tapping Done. For more tips on maintaining your Galaxy phone or tablet’s performance, check out “Keep your Galaxy phone or tablet from slowing down with Device Care.” If you need any further assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to our Samsung Support Team. We’re here to help. Thank you for choosing Samsung!
Keep your Galaxy phone or tablet from slowing down with Device Care
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Thank you for sharing your valuable feedback on the Galaxy A16 5G. Your experience is important to us and plays a key role in our continuous improvement. The Galaxy A16 5G still has much to offer, particularly with the recent One UI 7.0 update. If you’ve noticed any changes in your phone’s performance, it might be an excellent time for a quick optimization—consider it a spring cleaning for your device. Over time, data can accumulate on your phone, which can negatively impact its performance. The Quick Optimization feature can enhance your device’s performance by identifying apps that consume excessive battery power, clearing out unnecessary items from memory, removing redundant files, scanning for malware, and closing background apps. Optimizing your phone is a straightforward process. Simply go to Settings, swipe to and tap Device care, then tap Optimize now, and finish by tapping Done. For more tips on maintaining your Galaxy phone or tablet’s performance, check out “Keep your Galaxy phone or tablet from slowing down with Device Care.” If you need any further assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to our Samsung Support Team. We’re here to help. Thank you for choosing Samsung!
Keep your Galaxy phone or tablet from slowing down with Device Care
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Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
I love this device. Has the best features.
on June 2, 2025
Posted by: Loveshop20
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love my galaxy device. He's the best features. Android forever 😍
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
Phone is ok
on June 2, 2025
Posted by: ItalianQueen8
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This phone is good for making calls. However it is slow and not much storage.
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US