Karbonn A15
#8012
Karbonn A16
#7963Category Breakdown
Karbonn A15
Karbonn A16
Performance
26.229.5
Camera
39.639.6
Display
16.916.9
Battery
14.213.6
Build
17.60.2
Connectivity
23.726.6
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
16.716.8
Summary
- The Karbonn A15 features a 4.0-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the A16 has a slightly smaller 3.9-inch TFT display with the same resolution, resulting in a marginally lower pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the A15 is powered by a 1.0 GHz CPU, whereas the A16 has a dual-core 1.3 GHz CPU, offering better processing capabilities.
- The A15's rear camera is 3.15 MP, compared to the A16's 5 MP, providing superior image quality in the latter.
- Battery capacity is slightly higher in the A15 at 1420 mAh compared to the A16's 1350 mAh, but both lack fast charging and wireless capabilities.
- Both models run on Android, with the A15 using version 4.0.4 and the A16 on 4.2, indicating a more updated software experience in the A16.
- Build quality and connectivity options are similar, with both phones lacking advanced features like water resistance and 5G support.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Karbonn A15
Karbonn A16
General
Release Date
2012
2014
Announced
2012
2014
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
4"
3.9"
Type
TFT
TFT
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~239 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
N/A
CPU
1.0 GHz
Dual-core 1.3 GHz
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
4GB (2.5GB user available), 512MB RAM
4GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC
Camera
Main Camera
3.15 MP
5 MP
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
Yes
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1420 mAh
1350 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1420 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 1350 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
N/A
N/A
Weight
N/A
N/A
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.59 W/kg (head)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Dual SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.0
2.0
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer
Accelerometer, proximity