Overall Score
54.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#5972)54.5
Performance(#7358)54.3
Camera(#5338)42.1
Display(#3777)70.5
Battery(#5382)43.5
Build(#4037)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Micromax A116 Canvas HD
Short Review
- The Micromax A116 Canvas HD features a plastic build with dimensions of 144 x 74 x 10.7 mm and a weight of 156g, providing a comfortable grip.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 294 ppi, suitable for everyday tasks.
- Powered by a Mediatek MT6589 chipset and a quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU, the performance is adequate for basic applications and multitasking, supported by 1GB of RAM.
- The 8 MP rear camera captures decent images, while the 2 MP front camera is suitable for selfies, though video recording is limited to 720p at 30fps.
- The 2000mAh battery provides moderate usage time but lacks fast charging and wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 4.1.2, it can be upgraded to 4.2.1, offering a basic user experience without the latest features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device has a microUSB 2.0 port for charging and data transfer.
- The absence of stereo speakers may limit audio quality, but it does include a headphone jack.
- Overall, the Micromax A116 Canvas HD is a functional smartphone with essential features for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionYes
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUPowerVR SGX544
Memory4GB (1.77GB user available), 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie Video320p
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions144 x 74 x 10.7 mm (5.67 x 2.91 x 0.42 in)
Weight156 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/11.5 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes