Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)

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Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) Price

At the time of it's release in 2017, January, the manufacturer's retail price for a new Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) was about 190 EUR.

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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)

What type of processor does the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) have?

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) has an octa-core processor

How to reset or factory restore Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) device?

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) is an Android phone that may require a reset or factory restore if it is experiencing severe problems. There are several ways to reset or factory restore a Galaxy A5 (2017), but the most common and recommended ones are: 1. Using a computer and a USB cable: * Connect the Galaxy A5 (2017) to the computer using the USB cable. * Download and install the Samsung Smart Switch program on the computer. * Open Samsung Smart Switch and select "Backup and Restore" on your phone. * Follow the on-screen instructions to backup your data to the computer. * Disconnect your phone from the computer and insert the backup data. * Select "Restore" from the "Backup and Restore" menu and follow the on-screen instructions to restore your phone to its factory settings. 2. Using the power and volume buttons: * Turn off the Galaxy A5 (2017). * Press and hold the power button and the volume up button simultaneously for a few seconds until the Samsung logo appears on the screen. * Release the buttons and press the volume up button only until the "Wipe data/factory reset" option appears on the screen. * Press the power button again to select the option. * Use the volume keys to navigate through the menu and select "Yes -- delete all user data". * Wait for the phone to reset and reboot. Note: This method will erase all data on your phone, so make sure to backup any important information first. 3. Using a recovery app: * Download and install a recovery app, such as Team Win Recovery, on your phone. * Reboot the phone into recovery mode by pressing and holding the power button and the volume up button simultaneously. * Select "Wipe data/factory reset" from the recovery menu. * Confirm the action and wait for the phone to reset. Note: This method requires a bit more technical know-how, and there is a risk of bricking your phone if you follow the instructions incorrectly. It is recommended to have some experience with Android recovery before using this method. Overall, it is recommended to try using a computer and USB cable method to reset or restore your Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) as it is less risky and is easier to follow.

What type of display does the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) have?

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) has a 5.2 inch Super AMOLED display

What type of operating system does the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) use?

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) runs on the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow operating system


Specifications

Network

Technology: GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G bands: HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41
Speed: HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps

Launch

Announced: 2017, January. Released 2017, January
Status: Discontinued

Body

Dimensions: 146.1 x 71.4 x 7.9 mm (5.75 x 2.81 x 0.31 in)
Weight: 157 g (5.54 oz)
Build: Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), glass back, aluminum frame
SIM: Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
: IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)

Display

Type: Super AMOLED
Size: 5.2 inches, 74.5 cm2 (~71.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution: 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 4
: Always-on display

Platform

OS: Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
Chipset: Exynos 7880 (14 nm)
CPU: Octa-core 1.9 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU: Mali-T830MP3

Memory

Card slot: microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal: 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
: eMMC 5.1

Main Camera

Single: 16 MP, f/1.9, 27mm (wide), AF
Features: LED flash, panorama, HDR
Video: 1080p@30fps

Selfie camera

Single: 16 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video: 1080p@30fps

Sound

Loudspeaker: Yes
3.5mm jack: Yes

Comms

WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth: 4.2, A2DP, EDR, LE
Positioning: GPS, GLONASS, BDS
NFC: Yes
Radio: FM radio
USB: USB Type-C 2.0

Features

Sensors: Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
: ANT+ Samsung Pay

Battery

Type: Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging: 18W wired
Talk time: Up to 16 h (3G)
Music play: Up to 53 h

Misc

Colors: Black Sky, Gold Sand, Blue Mist, Peach Cloud
Models: SM-A520F, SM-A520F, SM-A520K, SM-A520L, SM-A520S, SM-A520W, SM-A520FD
SAR: 0.88 W/kg (head)     0.55 W/kg (body)
SAR EU: 0.52 W/kg (head)     1.39 W/kg (body)
Price: About 190 EUR

Tests

Performance: GFXBench: 5.2fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display: Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 3.804 (sunlight)
Camera: Photo / Video
Loudspeaker: Voice 66dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 78dB
Audio quality: Noise -93.1dB / Crosstalk -90.2dB
Battery life: Endurance rating 95h

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