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Samsung Galaxy A5: Plans | Pricing | Specs

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Summary

If you’re after an affordable take on a Samsung Android phone, the Galaxy A5 combines waterproofing with decent performance.

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Details

Pricing & Availability

Launch price (RRP) $649
Launch date 2017-02
Samsung Galaxy A5

Samsung sells the Samsung Galaxy phones, such as the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S9 as its premium line of phones. If you want something substantially cheaper, the Galaxy J phones are where Samsung serves the genuine budget market. The Galaxy A series, including the Samsung Galaxy A5, sits in the middle, offering a slew of features that at one point would have been exclusive to premium handsets.


Design

  • Features a 5.2-inch Full HD screen and a curved glass back.
  • Boasts a water-resistance rating of IP68.

Camera

  • Twin 16MP cameras provide plenty of fidelity for both selfies and traditional photography.
  • Built-in camera filters allow for quick and easy tweaks to photos on the fly.

Performance

  • Powered by a custom Exynos processor designed for mid-range performance.
  • Can't match the likes of the Galaxy S7, but still capable of solid performance in day-to-day tasks.

Battery

  • 3,000mAh battery with the promise of all-day longevity.
  • Support for USB-C fast charging.

Pricing and availability

  • Price: RRP $499
  • Where to buy: eBay

Specifications

Display

Display Size
5.2 inches
Resolution
1080 x 1920px
Pixels per inch (PPI)
424 ppi

Camera

Rear camera megapixels
16MP
Rear camera aperture size
f/1.9
Video recording
1080p
Front camera megapixels
16MP
Front camera aperture size
f/1.9

Physical Dimensions

Dimensions
146.1mm x 71.4mm x 7.9mm
Weight
159g

Connectivity

NFC
Yes
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Network category speed
Category 6

Power, storage and battery

Processor
Exynos 7880
RAM
3GB
Operating system
Android 6
Internal storage
32GB
External storage support
Up to 256GB
Battery capacity
3,000mAh

Device features

Headphone jack
Yes
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Water resistance rating
IP68
Wireless charging
No

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