Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)

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The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2016. It features a 5.2-inch Full HD Super AMOLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 processor, 2GB of RAM, 16GB of storage, and a 2900mAh battery. It also has a 13MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera.

Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) Price

At the time of it's release in 2015, December, the manufacturer's retail price for a new Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) was about 160 EUR.

The retail price of a new or used/second hand Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) varies widely depending on factors including availability, condition of device, your town or location and market demand. Click here to compare the price of Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) across different regions, markets and countries.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)

What is the battery capacity of the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)

2900 mAh

How to reset or factory restore Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) device?

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) is a great device for all users, but it can get stuck or become sluggish over time, leading to a slow user experience. In such situations, it is always recommended to reset or factory restore your device. This process will set up your device as if it is new, wiping all data, apps, and configurations. Below are the most common and recommended ways to reset or factory restore a Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) device: Method 1: Reset to factory settings via settings menu 1. Turn off your device and press and hold the power button, volume up button and the home button simultaneously until your Galaxy A5 (2016) enters recovery mode. 2. When you are in recovery mode, select "Wipe Data/Factory Data Reset." 3. Confirm your decision by selecting "Yes - delete all user data." 4. Wait for the device to reset to its factory settings. Method 2: Reset to factory settings via hardware keys 1. Turn off your device and press and hold the power button. 2. Press and hold the volume up button and the home button simultaneously until your Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) enters Bootloader mode. 3. Connect your device to a computer using a USB cable. 4. Go to "Settings" > "About phone" on your computer. 5. Tap on the "Build number" several times until "You are now a developer!" notification pops up. 6. Tap on "OEM unlocking" and then allow OEM unlocking. 7. Go to the recovery mode on your device by pressing and holding the power button and the volume up button simultaneously. 8. Once in recovery mode, select "Wipe Data/Factory Data Reset." 9. Confirm your decision by selecting "Yes - delete all user data." Method 3: Reset to factory settings via Samsung Smart Switch 1. Download and install Samsung Smart Switch on your computer. 2. Connect your Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) to your computer using a USB cable and open Samsung Smart Switch. 3. Select "Backup/Restore data or settings" and then "Wipe data/factory reset.""" 4. Once you have completed the process, your device will be reset to its factory settings. In summary, the two most common methods for resetting or factory restoring a Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) device are using the settings menu or recovery mode and hardware keys. If you want an easier and more convenient way, you can use Samsung Smart Switch to back up your data and then reset your device to its factory settings.

What type of display does the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) have?

Super AMOLED

What is the maximum storage capacity of the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)

128 GB


Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / UMTS / HSPA / LTE
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
UMTS 2100
4G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 40
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A Cat6 300/50 Mbps

Launch

Announced2015, December. Released 2015, December
StatusDiscontinued

Body

Dimensions144.8 x 71 x 7.3 mm (5.70 x 2.80 x 0.29 in)
Weight155 g (5.47 oz)
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), glass back (Gorilla Glass 4), aluminum frame
SIMSingle SIM (Nano-SIM) or Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)

Display

TypeSuper AMOLED
Size5.2 inches, 74.5 cm2 (~72.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4

Platform

OSAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)
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

Memory

Card slotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only
Internal16GB 2GB RAM
eMMC 5.0 or eMMC 4.5

Main Camera

Single13 MP, f/1.9, 28mm (wide), AF, OIS
FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Video1080p@30fps

Selfie camera

Single5 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide)
Video1080p@30fps

Sound

LoudspeakerYes
3.5mm jackYes

Comms

WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
NFCYes
RadioFM radio
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG

Features

SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
ANT+ Samsung Pay

Battery

TypeLi-Ion 2900 mAh, non-removable
Charging18W wired
Talk timeUp to 16 h (3G)
Music playUp to 75 h

Misc

ColorsBlack, White, Gold, Pink
ModelsSM-A5100, SM-A510F, SM-A510M, SM-A510Y, SM-A510FD, SM-A5108, SM-A510S, SM-A510K, SM-A510L, SM-A510
SAR0.29 W/kg (head)     0.47 W/kg (body)
SAR EU0.29 W/kg (head)     0.47 W/kg (body)
PriceAbout 160 EUR

Tests

PerformanceBasemark OS II 2.0: 833Basemark X: 4947
DisplayContrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 3.789 (sunlight)3.789
CameraPhoto / Video
LoudspeakerVoice 65dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 66dB
Audio qualityNoise -93.4dB / Crosstalk -53.0dB
Battery lifeEndurance rating 91h

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