Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)

OS: Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)

CPU: Octa-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53
-Octa-core (4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53) - China only

Display: 5.2" inc

Camera: 13 MP, Single

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Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) smartphone runs on Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat) operating system. The phone is powered by Octa-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53 -Octa-core (4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53) - China only processor. It has 16 GB, 2 GB RAM. Internal storage options which can be extended with the help of microSD, up to 256 GB (uses SIM 2 slot) - dual SIM model only. The smartphone has a Super AMOLED providing, Screen-to-Body Ratio of 72.5%. The smartphone is fueled with a 2900 mAh, Non-removable Li-Ion. The main camera of the smartphone consists of a 13 MP, Single. Connectivity features in the smartphone include Bluetooth, A-GPS, GLONASS, Wi-Fi, NFC, 3.5 mm Jack and more. The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) are available in various colors such as Black, White, Gold, Pink. It measures 144.8 x 71 x 7.3 mm and weighs 155 g.

Hardware and OS Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)
Operating system:	Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)
Processor:	Octa-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53 -Octa-core (4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53) - China only
Chipset:	Exynos 7580 Octa -Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm) - China only
GPU:	Mali-T720MP2 -Adreno 405 - China only
Internal memory:	16 GB, 2 GB RAM
External memory:	microSD, up to 256 GB (uses SIM 2 slot) - dual SIM model only
Display Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)
Type:	Super AMOLED
Size:	5.2" inc
Resolution:	1080 x 1920 px
Protection:	Corning Gorilla Glass 4
Touchscreen:	capacitive touchscreen
Screen-to-Body Ratio:	72.5%
Display area:	74.5 cm²
Display aspect ratio:	16:9 (height:width)
Pixel Density:	424 PPI
Colors:	16M
Connectivity Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)
2G Network:	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G Network:	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G Network:	LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 20(800), 40(2300)
Wi-Fi:	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, WiFi Direct, hotspot
Network:	GSM / UMTS / HSPA / LTE
SIM card:	Single SIM (Nano-SIM)Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Bluetooth:	4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE
Edge:	Yes
GPRS:	Yes
GPS:	Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS
NFC:	Yes
Speed:	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A Cat6 300/50 Mbps
USB:	microUSB 2.0, USB On-The-Go
Camera Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)
Main camera:	13 MP, Single
Specs:	13 MP, f/1.9, 28mm (wide), OIS, AF
Features:	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Video:	1080p@30fps
Selfie camera:	5 MP, Single
Specs:	5 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide)
Video:	1080p@30fps
Multimedia Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)
3.5 mm Jack:	Yes
Radio:	FM radio
Design Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)
Colors:	Black, White, Gold, Pink
Body build:	Front/back glass (Gorilla Glass 4), aluminum frame
Dimensions:	144.8 x 71 x 7.3 mm
Weight:	155 g
Battery Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)
Battery capacity:	2900 mAh, Non-removable Li-Ion
Battery life:	Talking time- Up to 16 h (3G) Music play - Up to 75 h
Other Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)
SAR:	SAR - 0.29 W/kg (head), 0.47 W/kg (body), SAR EU - 0.29 W/kg (head), 0.47 W/kg (body)
Release date:	2015, December

Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) Overview

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) is a mid-range smartphone that was released in December 2015. It comes with Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop) out of the box, but is upgradable to Android 7.0 (Nougat). The device is powered by an Octa-core processor clocked at 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53, providing smooth performance for everyday tasks. The phone comes with 16 GB of internal storage and 2 GB of RAM, which can be expanded up to 256 GB via a microSD card.

The Galaxy A5 (2016) features a 5.2-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels and a pixel density of 424 PPI. The screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 4, ensuring durability and scratch resistance. The phone has a sleek design with a front/back glass finish and an aluminum frame.

In terms of connectivity, the device supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, NFC, GPS, and 4G LTE. It also has a FM radio and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The main camera on the Galaxy A5 (2016) is a 13 MP shooter with features like OIS, LED flash, and HDR. The selfie camera is a 5 MP sensor that can capture decent quality photos.

The battery capacity of the Galaxy A5 (2016) is 2900 mAh, providing enough power to last through a full day of moderate usage. The phone also supports fast charging technology for quick top-ups.

Overall, the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) offers a good balance of performance, design, and features at an affordable price point. However, some users may find the 2 GB of RAM to be limiting for multitasking, and the lack of a dedicated microSD slot may be a drawback for those who need extra storage without sacrificing dual SIM functionality. Additionally, the device runs on an older version of Android, which may not be ideal for users looking for the latest software updates and features.