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Samsung Galaxy A5

5.6/ 10

Updated Dec 2019

Announced 2014Available
  • Network
    LTE / HSPA / GSM
  • Display
    5.0 inches · 720×1280
  • Camera
    13 MP
  • Memory
    2 GB RAM
  • Battery
    2300 mAh
  • OS
    Android 4.4

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The Samsung Galaxy A5 is a smartphone announced 2014. Key specs include a 5.0 inches display, 2 GB RAM, up to 16GB storage, a Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 chipset, a 13 MP main camera, a 2300 mAh battery, and runs Android 4.4. AppsApk rates the Samsung Galaxy A5 at 5.6 out of 10.

Rating breakdown

Editorial scores per criterion (out of 10).

features
6.0
performance
5.0
connectivity
6.0
display
5.0
design
6.0
camera
5.0
battery
6.0

Full specifications

NETWORK
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - all versions
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - A500F, A500FQ, A500FU, A500HQ, A500YZ, A500M, A500Y
4G bandsLTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 20(800) - A500F, A500FQ, A500FU
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
LAUNCH
Announced2014, October
StatusAvailable. Released 2014, December
BODY
Dimensions139.3 x 69.7 x 6.7 mm (5.48 x 2.74 x 0.26 in)
Weight123 g (4.34 oz)
SIMNano-SIM
BuildAluminum frame, plastic back
DISPLAY
TypeSuper AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size5.0 inches, 68.9 cm2 (~71.0% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
PLATFORM
OSAndroid 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 306
MEMORY
Card slotmicroSD, up to 64 GB (dedicated slot)
Internal16GB 2GB RAM
MAIN CAMERA
FeaturesLED flash, panorama
Video1080p@30fps
Single13 MP, f/2.0, 28mm (wide), AF
SELFIE CAMERA
Single5 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide)
SOUND
LoudspeakerYes
3.5mm jackYes Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic
COMMS
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
GPSYes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
USBmicroUSB 2.0
RadioFM radio, recording
NFCYes (LTE model only)
FEATURES
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass ANT+ S-Voice
BATTERY
Battery TypeNon-removable Li-Ion 2300 mAh battery
MISC
ColorsPearl White, Midnight Black, Platinum Silver, Soft Pink, Light Blue, Champagne Gold
ModelsSM-A5000, SM-A5009, SM-A500F, SM-A500F1, SM-A500FQ, SM-A500FU, SM-A500G, SM-A500H, SM-A500HQ, SM-A500K, SM-A500L, SM-A500S, SM-A500YZ, SM-A500Y, SM-A500W
PriceAbout 91 USD

● Questions about this phone

When was the Samsung Galaxy A5 released?
The Samsung Galaxy A5 was announced 2014, October.
What is the Samsung Galaxy A5's display size?
The Samsung Galaxy A5 has a 5.0 inches display with 720 x 1280 pixels resolution.
How much RAM does the Samsung Galaxy A5 have?
The Samsung Galaxy A5 comes with 2 GB of RAM.
How much storage does the Samsung Galaxy A5 have?
The Samsung Galaxy A5 is available with 16GB / 2GB of internal storage.
What camera does the Samsung Galaxy A5 have?
The Samsung Galaxy A5 features a 13 MP main camera. Specifications: 13 MP.
What is the Samsung Galaxy A5 battery capacity?
The Samsung Galaxy A5 has a 2300 mAh battery.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A5 support 5G?
No, the Samsung Galaxy A5 does not support 5G. Supported network technologies: GSM / HSPA / LTE.
What operating system does the Samsung Galaxy A5 run?
The Samsung Galaxy A5 runs Android 4.4 (full: Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)).
What is AppsApk's rating for the Samsung Galaxy A5?
AppsApk's editorial team rates the Samsung Galaxy A5 at 5.6 out of 10 based on design, display, battery, camera, features, connectivity, and performance.

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