Customer reviews from Samsung US
Boost Mobile - Samsung Galaxy A16 5G - Prepaid Smartphone - Blue Black
Average customer rating
4.4
(5,175 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 5,175 reviews
5 Stars
3,203
4 Stars
1,153
3 Stars
506
2 Stars
168
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
Galaxy A16 5G
on August 19, 2025
Posted by: Jo80893
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Awesome work on this on here ,user friendly smooth and intuitive.,great feature with gemini,And the camera front and back ..Great job ,thanks
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
It's very helpful different features i like it g
on August 19, 2025
Posted by: Wilsdj
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I like how the camera works takesgreat picture very different from the other phones I have had in the past great quality of a choice have made
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
3
Phones......
on August 19, 2025
Posted by: Mom420
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Galaxy a16 5g AI
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Value
3
Response from Samsung USBy R&R, August 21, 2025
Hi Mom420,
Thank you for sharing your feedback on the Galaxy A16 5G. We can see you highlighted the Galaxy A16 5G AI in your review, and it’s clear this feature stood out to you. The Galaxy A16 5G was designed to blend essential performance with AI-driven enhancements that help make everyday use more seamless.
Your perspective is valuable in showing how customers are engaging with this device. The Galaxy A Series continues to be crafted for balance, delivering dependable performance, long-lasting battery life, and smart features that make daily tasks easier while keeping things simple and accessible.
We appreciate your voice in the Galaxy community and the time you took to share your thoughts.
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Thank you for sharing your feedback on the Galaxy A16 5G. We can see you highlighted the Galaxy A16 5G AI in your review, and it’s clear this feature stood out to you. The Galaxy A16 5G was designed to blend essential performance with AI-driven enhancements that help make everyday use more seamless.
Your perspective is valuable in showing how customers are engaging with this device. The Galaxy A Series continues to be crafted for balance, delivering dependable performance, long-lasting battery life, and smart features that make daily tasks easier while keeping things simple and accessible.
We appreciate your voice in the Galaxy community and the time you took to share your thoughts.
-Ty
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Customer Rating
5
It has s big screen and o love the AI
on August 19, 2025
Posted by: Beyourbest
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the new galaxy device. It works as good as any other brand I've used. It's fast, lots of memory. Has a great screen. The AI is awesome. It does anything I need it to do like contactless payment. It takes great photos and videos. Gemini is getting better and better. I haven't tried the buds but I bet there awesome too.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great value for your money
on August 19, 2025
Posted by: LoveGalaxyA165g
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It holds a great charge. Has great memory. Doesn't overheat and it doesn't cost an arm and leg to buy. I have not had any problems with it. It updateds it the phone about every couple months but even then I still have not had not had problems or lost thing like I had with past phones so thank you.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
I love this phone never give me problems it work
on August 19, 2025
Posted by: Riichie
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This phone is good very good n
Didn't have any problem since I got it
Didn't have any problem since I got it
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
This product helps in more wats then I can explain
on August 19, 2025
Posted by: Aosjbone
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Highlights & Strengths
1. Exceptional Software Support
It’s the most affordable Samsung phone to promise six years of Android OS upgrades and security patches, extending support through approximately 2030. A rarity in its price segment.
Reviewers applaud Samsung’s long-term update strategy as a major selling point.
2. Display
Features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED panel, full HD+ resolution (~385 ppi), and a 90 Hz refresh rate—offering sharp, smooth visuals often seen in higher-tier devices.
Reviewers describe the display as “gorgeous” for the price.
3. Battery & Charging
Equipped with a 5,000 mAh battery, delivering reliable usage lasting a full day—with light users even hitting two-day battery life.
Supports 25 W fast charging, though no charger is included in the box.
Charging from 0–50% takes about 30 minutes; a full charge completes in approximately 1 hour 20–25 minutes.
4. Decent Build & Extras
Offers an IP54 rating for light water and dust resistance—unusual for a budget model.
Includes a microSD slot, NFC, and in certain markets, FM radio.
The design is described as sturdy and ergonomic, with manageable bezel sizes.
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Drawbacks & Limitations
1. Middling Performance
Powered by either an Exynos 1330 (U.S.) or Dimensity 6300 (elsewhere), the phone handles basic ta
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
3
Could be better
on August 19, 2025
Posted by: RainbowBrite
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This device lags frequently it freezes not very impressed with it
Value
3
Response from Samsung USBy R&R, August 21, 2025
Hey there RainbowBrite,
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the Galaxy A16 5G. We understand how important smooth performance is, and we truly value your perspective on how the device functions daily. The Galaxy A16 5G is designed to offer users a balance of 5G connectivity, ample storage, and a modern display that makes streaming, gaming, and multitasking engaging. Your feedback shows that, while the device excels in features, you’d like to see more consistent performance. Many Galaxy users enjoy built-in features like Device Care to help optimize speed and storage, keeping their phone running smoothly. The Quick Optimization feature enhances your device’s performance by identifying battery-draining apps, clearing unnecessary items from memory, deleting unwanted files, scanning for malware, and closing background apps. Optimizing your phone is quick and easy. From Settings, swipe to and tap Device Care. Tap "Optimize now," then tap Done. Please check out the link below for tips on keeping your device running smoothly. We appreciate you highlighting both the strengths and areas where the experience could improve. Every Galaxy device is built with innovation at its core, and your feedback helps us improve for our users. Thank you for your review and for choosing Samsung.
Keep your Galaxy phone or tablet from slowing down with Device Care
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Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the Galaxy A16 5G. We understand how important smooth performance is, and we truly value your perspective on how the device functions daily. The Galaxy A16 5G is designed to offer users a balance of 5G connectivity, ample storage, and a modern display that makes streaming, gaming, and multitasking engaging. Your feedback shows that, while the device excels in features, you’d like to see more consistent performance. Many Galaxy users enjoy built-in features like Device Care to help optimize speed and storage, keeping their phone running smoothly. The Quick Optimization feature enhances your device’s performance by identifying battery-draining apps, clearing unnecessary items from memory, deleting unwanted files, scanning for malware, and closing background apps. Optimizing your phone is quick and easy. From Settings, swipe to and tap Device Care. Tap "Optimize now," then tap Done. Please check out the link below for tips on keeping your device running smoothly. We appreciate you highlighting both the strengths and areas where the experience could improve. Every Galaxy device is built with innovation at its core, and your feedback helps us improve for our users. Thank you for your review and for choosing Samsung.
Keep your Galaxy phone or tablet from slowing down with Device Care
https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS10001953/
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Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US