
Overall Score
56.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#4715)56.4
Performance(#10913)54.3
Camera(#4625)42.4
Display(#1864)79.5
Battery(#11259)43.5
Build(#9374)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy A5 Duos
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy A5 Duos features a sleek design with dimensions of 139.3 x 69.7 x 6.7 mm and a lightweight build at 123 grams.
- Its 5.0-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing vibrant colors and decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 chipset, a quad-core 1.2 GHz CPU, and 2GB of RAM, which supports smooth multitasking for everyday tasks.
- The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while a 5 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- Battery life is supported by a 2300 mAh capacity, although it lacks fast or wireless charging options.
- The device runs on Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0.2 (Lollipop), providing a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The phone is available in multiple colors, including Pearl White and Midnight Black.
- Overall, the Galaxy A5 Duos combines solid features in a compact design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionVersions: A500F/DS, A500G/DS, A500H/DS, A500M/DS, A5000
Display
Size5"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 306
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, 28mm (wide), AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide)
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2300 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions139.3 x 69.7 x 6.7 mm (5.48 x 2.74 x 0.26 in)
Weight123 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsPearl White, Midnight Black, Platinum Silver, Soft Pink, Light Blue, Champagne Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0.2 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0.2 (Lollipop)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes