Lava Blaze Dragon 5G vs Samsung Galaxy M16 5G
Key differences
- The Lava Blaze Dragon 5G launched ₹1,500 cheaper than the Samsung Galaxy M16 5G (₹9,999 vs ₹11,499).
- The Samsung Galaxy M16 5G charges faster, at 25W wired against 18W.
Full specifications compared
| Specification | Lava Blaze Dragon 5G | Samsung Galaxy M16 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Spec score | 5.9/10 | 6.7/10 |
| Brand | Lava | Samsung |
| Model | Blaze Dragon 5G | Galaxy M16 5G |
| India launch date | 25 July 2025 | 27 February 2025 |
| First sale | 1 August 2025 | Not published |
| Launch price | From ₹9,999 | From ₹11,499 |
| Variants | 4GB RAM + 128GB · 6GB RAM + 128GB | 4GB RAM + 128GB · 6GB RAM + 128GB · 8GB RAM + 128GB |
| Display | 6.745", HD+ Display, 1600x720, 120Hz | 6.7", Super AMOLED |
| Screen protection | Not published | Not published |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB |
| Rear camera | 50MP main | 50MP main + 5MP ultrawide + 2MP macro |
| Front camera | 8MP | 13MP |
| Rear video | 1080p@60 | Not published |
| Front video | Not published | Not published |
| Battery | 5,000mAh | 5,000mAh |
| Wired charging | 18W | 25W |
| Wireless charging | Not published | Not published |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| eSIM | Not published | Not published |
| Operating system | Android 15 | Not published |
| OS updates promised | 1 years | Not published |
| Water/dust rating | Not published | Not published |
| Weight | 210 g | Not published |
| Thickness | 9.05 mm | 7.9 mm |
| NFC | Not published | Not published |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Not published |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | Not published |
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | Not published |
| Fingerprint | side-mounted | Not published |
| Colours | Golden Mist, Midnight Mist | Not published |
Frequently asked questions
Lava Blaze Dragon 5G or Samsung Galaxy M16 5G — which is better?
On our spec score the Samsung Galaxy M16 5G is ahead, 6.7/10 against 5.9/10. Spec score = processor tier 30% + camera hardware 25% + display 15% + battery and charging 15% + promised software updates 15%, calculated from the official specifications. It is not a hands-on review. The Lava Blaze Dragon 5G launched ₹1,500 cheaper than the Samsung Galaxy M16 5G (₹9,999 vs ₹11,499). The Samsung Galaxy M16 5G charges faster, at 25W wired against 18W.