Overall Score
60.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#2682)60.2
Performance(#4466)60.3
Camera(#1747)46.9
Display(#1511)79.5
Battery(#7333)43.5
Build(#385)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) features a sleek design with a glass front and back, complemented by an aluminum frame, making it both stylish and durable.
- Its 5.2-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing vibrant colors and sharp images at approximately 424 ppi.
- Performance is powered by the Exynos 7580 Octa chipset with an octa-core CPU, ensuring smooth multitasking with 2GB of RAM.
- The 13 MP rear camera includes optical image stabilization and captures video at 1080p, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The 2900 mAh battery supports 18W charging, providing decent longevity for daily use.
- Running on Android 5.1.1, it is upgradable to 7.0 Nougat, offering a user-friendly interface and access to various apps.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, and NFC, ensuring versatile wireless capabilities.
- The phone is lightweight at 155g and has dimensions that make it comfortable to hold.
- Available in multiple colors, it caters to different aesthetic preferences.
- Overall, the Galaxy A5 (2016) combines solid performance, a quality display, and a reliable camera in a well-crafted design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionVersions: A510F (EMEA); A510F/DS (KAZ, RUS); A510M (LATAM); A510M/DS (BRA, CHL); A510FD (SEA, IND); A510Y/DS (AUS, TWN, NZL, PHL); A5100 (HKG, CHN). Also known as Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) Duos with dual-SIM card slots
Display
Size5.2"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
ChipsetExynos 7580 Octa (28 nm)Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm) - China only
CPUOcta-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53Octa-core (4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53) - China only
GPUMali-T720MP2Adreno 405 - China only
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/1.9, 28mm (wide), AF, OIS
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide)
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2900 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2900 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions144.8 x 71 x 7.3 mm (5.70 x 2.80 x 0.29 in)
Weight155 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), glass back (Gorilla Glass 4), aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Gold, Pink
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / UMTS / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)
OS VersionAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes