Samsung Galaxy A16 SM-A165N firmware
The latest firmware for Samsung Galaxy A16 (SM-A165N) is A165NKSU9EZJ3 with Android 17, released on October 7, 2026 for 4 regions (CSC). Every official firmware build for SM-A165N, newest first: one row per build with all regions (CSC) that received it.
- Builds
- 11 builds
- Regions (CSC)
- 4 regions
Firmware builds for SM-A165N
- KOOKTCLUCSKC
- KOOKTCLUCSKC
- KOOKTCLUCSKC
- KOOKTCLUCSKC
- KOOKTCLUCSKC
- KOOKTCLUCSKC
- KOOKTCLUCSKC
- KOOKTCLUCSKC
- KOOKTCLUCSKC
- KOOKTCLUCSKC
- KOOKTCLUCSKC
Each firmware build has its own page at https://samfirm.shop/build/{PDA}, where {PDA} is the build number from the list above. Example: https://samfirm.shop/build/A165NKSU9EZJ3
SM-A165N update history
SM-A165N started on Android 15 and has received 2 major Android upgrades; it now runs Android 17. The upgrade to Android 17 started rolling out on October 7, 2026. The newest build, A165NKSU9EZJ3, was released on October 7, 2026. Over the last 12 months SM-A165N received 9 builds, with a new build in 9 of those months, in line with Samsung's monthly security updates. Samsung guarantees security updates for this model until November 14, 2032.
Device specifications
- Display diagonal
- 17 cm (6.7")
- Display resolution
- 1080 x 2340 pixels
- RAM
- 4 GB
- Rear camera resolution
- 50 MP
- Rear camera type
- Triple camera
- Battery capacity
- 5000 mAh
- Weight
- 200 g
Specifications of SM-A165F, a regional variant of the same device. Chipset and SIM lines are left out: they can differ by region.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the latest Android version for SM-A165N?
The newest firmware for SM-A165N runs Android 17: build A165NKSU9EZJ3, released on October 7, 2026.
When did SM-A165N get its last update?
The latest build for SM-A165N, A165NKSU9EZJ3, was released on October 7, 2026 (1 month ago).
How often does SM-A165N get updates?
Over the last 12 months SM-A165N received 9 builds, with at least one new build in 9 different months.
Is the firmware for SM-A165N official?
Yes, all firmware files for SM-A165N are 100% official, original, and obtained directly from Samsung servers.
How to flash Samsung SM-A165N using Odin?
To flash SM-A165N, you need to download the appropriate firmware, put your device into Download Mode, and use the Odin tool to load the BL, AP, CP, and CSC files.
Can I downgrade the Android version on SM-A165N?
Downgrading is only possible if the bootloader version (binary bit) of the old firmware matches the current one. Always check the binary version before flashing SM-A165N.
Is this the stock ROM or flash file for SM-A165N?
Yes. Every build on this page is the official stock ROM for SM-A165N from Samsung's update server, the same package other sites call the flash file or the software update. It installs with Odin on a Windows PC.
Does flashing firmware remove the FRP lock on SM-A165N?
No. Factory Reset Protection is tied to the Google account that was on the phone and survives a firmware flash. Sign in with that account or use the legal options in our FRP guide.