• 5.2" (1920x1080) Super AMOLED
  • 3GB
    Exynos 7880 Octa SoC
    32GB Storage
  • 16-MP, f/1.9 1 Rear Camera
  • 3000 mAh

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) phone has a 5.2-inch (1920x1080) Super AMOLED screen, a 16MP main camera and a 16MP selfie camera. The battery capacity is 3000 mAh and the main processor is a Exynos 7880 Octa with 3 GB of RAM.

Specifications Highlights
ProductGalaxy A5 (2017) (Launched 2017-01-01), Price: 535 USD at Amazon
Display5.2" 1920x1080 Super AMOLED
Rear Camera(s)
  • 16-MP f/1.9 (Primary)
Selfie Camera(s)
  • 16-MP
Computing
  • Exynos 7880 Octa SoC
  • 3GB RAM
  • 32GB Storage
  • MicroSD (256GB max.)
Battery3000 mAh
DesignIP68, 157g (5.5oz), 146.1x71.4x7.9 mm (5.75 x 2.81 x 0.31 inches)
Price (Market)$535
Advertising
Display
TypeSuper AMOLED
Diagonal (inches)5.2"
Display/Body Ratio71.5%
Resolution1920x1080
Sharpness (PPI)424 PPI
Display Glass TypeGorilla Glass 4
Features
  • Multitouch
Color Depth24 bit (16,777,216 Colors)
Primary Camera
Megapixel16-MP
Aperturef/1.9
Sensor SizeSmall
Hardware Features
  • Flash
  • HDR Photo
Video Resolutions
  • 1080p/30fps
Battery
Battery TypeLi-Ion
Battery Capacity (mAh)3000 mAh
Battery Features
  • Fast Charge
Computing
Processor BrandSamsung
Processor NameExynos 7880 Octa
Processor # Cores8
Main Processor Frequency (GHz)1.9 GHz
RAM Options3GB
Internal Storage Options32GB
Memory Card TypeMicroSD
Mem. Card Max. Size256GB
Operating System + VersionAndroid 6.0.1
Communications
LTE Category (Download)LTE CAT6 301 Mbps
Modem Features
  • GPRS
  • EDGE
  • LTE
WiFi Speed
  • a
  • b
  • g
  • n
  • ac
WiFi Features
  • Hotspot
  • Dual-band
  • WiFi Direct
Bluetooth VersionBluetooth 4.2
Bluetooth Features
  • A2DP
  • BT LE
  • BT EDR
NFC Features
  • NFC Supported
Connector TypeUSB Type C
SAR EU Head0.52 W/Kg
SAR EU Body1.39 W/Kg
Sim Card 0
NameSIM0
SIM TypeNano SIM
Multimedia
Audio Alerts
  • VIBRATION
  • MP3
  • WAV
Audio Features
  • Loudspeaker
  • 3.5mm Port
  • Phone Noise Cancellation
  • FM Radio
Audio Formats
  • FLAC
  • MP3
  • WAV
  • WMA
Video Formats
  • MP4
  • WMV
Sensors
  • Accelerometer
  • Barometer
  • Compass
  • GPS
  • A-GPS
  • GLONASS
  • Gyroscope
  • Proximity

Galaxy A5 (2017) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

+
The last time we checked, the Galaxy A5 (2017) was retailing at around $535 online. Things may have changed a bit since.
+
Yes. Our information shows that the Galaxy A5 (2017) is IP68-certified to be water-resistant.
+
No, the Galaxy A5 (2017) does not have dual-SIMs as far as we know, but things may be different in Asia. We mostly track United States data.
+
No, the Galaxy A5 (2017) resolution of (1920x1080) is not defined as 4K.
+
No, Galaxy A5 (2017) does not have Wireless Charging.
+
No, the Galaxy A5 (2017) does not support Qi Wireless Charging.
+
Yes, the Galaxy A5 (2017) is a 4G-LTE handset that is rated 4G LTE cat6 (301 Mbps).
+
No, the Galaxy A5 (2017) is not a 5G handset.
+
Yes, the Galaxy A5 (2017) is a USB-C handset.
+
No, the Galaxy A5 (2017) does not have a removable battery.

Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) Specs & Speed Benchmarks

Antutu

Higher is better

Battery Capacity (mAh)

Higher is better