Navigation
| BeiDou |
Y |
| Wi-Fi positioning |
Y |
| GLONASS |
Y |
| Barometer |
Y |
| Position location |
Y |
| Assisted GPS (A-GPS) |
Y |
| GPS (satellite) |
Y |
Battery
| Continuous audio playback time (display off) |
78 h |
| Browsing time (3G) |
13 h |
| Continuous video playback time |
19 h |
| Browsing time (4G) |
16 h |
| Talk time (3G) |
16 h |
| Browsing time (Wi-Fi) |
18 h |
| Continuous audio playback time |
53 h |
Messaging
| Short Message Service (SMS) |
Y |
| Instant messaging (IM) |
Y |
| MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) |
Y |
| Chat |
Y |
| E-mail |
Y |
Camera
| Video recording modes |
1080p |
| Built-in flash |
Y |
| Geotagging |
Y |
| Self-timer |
Y |
| Flash type |
LED |
| Rear camera resolution (numeric) |
16 MP |
| Front camera |
Y |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) |
16 MP |
| Rear camera type |
Single camera |
| Zoom capability |
Y |
| Auto focus |
Y |
| Night mode |
Y |
| Maximum frame rate |
30 fps |
| Video recording |
Y |
Networking
| 2G bands (primary SIM) |
850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz |
| 4G bands supported |
700, 800, 850, 900, 1800, 1900, 2100, 2600 MHz |
| SIM card type |
NanoSIM |
| Wi-Fi Direct |
Y |
| Bluetooth version |
4.2 |
| Tethering (modem-mode) |
Y |
| 3G standards |
WCDMA |
| 2G standards |
GSM |
| 3G bands supported |
850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz |
| 3G |
Y |
| Near Field Communication (NFC) |
Y |
| 4G |
Y |
| Wi-Fi |
Y |
| Wi-Fi standards |
IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n |
| Bluetooth |
Y |
| Bluetooth profiles |
A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HID, HOGP, HSP, MAP, OPP, PAN, PBAP |
| 4G standard |
LTE |
Call management
| Caller ID |
Y |
| Call waiting |
Y |
| Vibrating alert |
Y |
| Speed dialing |
Y |
| Conference call |
Y |
| Call hold |
Y |
| Call divert |
Y |
| Call timer |
Y |
| Speakerphone |
Y |
Performance
| Microphone mute |
Y |
| Support for contact groups |
Y |
| Personalization |
Icons, Menu, Shortcuts |
| Flight mode |
Y |
| Personal info management (PIM) |
Alarm clock, Calculator, Calendar, To-do list |
| Themes |
Wallpapers |
| Video call |
Y |
Multimedia
| Video compression formats |
H.263, H.264, H.265 |
| Voice codecs |
AMR-NB, AMR-WB |
Storage
| USB mass storage |
Y |
| User memory |
23.1 GB |
| Compatible memory cards |
MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Internal storage capacity |
32 GB |
| Maximum memory card size |
256 GB |
Ports & interfaces
| Headphone connectivity |
3.5 mm |
| USB port |
Y |
| USB connector type |
USB Type-C |
Ergonomics
| Proximity sensor |
Y |
| Ambient light sensor |
Y |
| Accelerometer |
Y |
Display
| Orientation sensor |
Y |
| Screen shape |
Flat screen |
| Second display |
N |
| Touch technology |
Multi-touch |
Processor
| Processor cores |
8 |
| Processor frequency |
1.9 GHz |
Software
| Operating system version |
6.0.16 |
Additionally
| Internal RAM |
3 GB |
| Battery performance |
3000 mAh |
13.208 cm (5.2 ") 1920 x 1080 AMOLED, 1.9 GHz Octa-Core, 3GB RAM + 32GB, 16MP/16MP, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB Type-C, Android
Simply elegant
Elegance in its purest form. Crafted with minimalism in mind for maximum enjoyment its highly resistant rear 3D Glass and optimal 5.2” display fuse together flawlessly to provide a seamless design.
Uniform all around
Design that is a delight to hold. Sitting flush with the 3D curved back, the absence of any camera protrusion allows for a smooth and symmetrical design from all angles.
Coloured by nature
Set trends rather than follow them. All available colours are inspired by natural elementsto allow you to tailor your device to suit your lifestyle.
Capture richer stories
Grant your photos the added depth and detail they deserve thanks to the Galaxy A5's improved 16MP camera.
And with its speedy and accurate Auto Focus, you’ll be able to capture unforgettable moments before they get away.
Expand your creativity
Optimise portraits or spice up colour tones with instant camera filters to enhance your favourite photos.
Capture life in optimal light
With its 16MP front camera and bright display that doubles as a flash you capture sharper results even in low-light conditions. It also features a floating shutter optimised for better grip so images stay blur-free.
Safeguarded for the unexpected
Reliable protection so you can keep up with life wherever it takes you. Equipped with IP68 to withstand the elements it shields out everything from liquids to dust in most situations
Powered for serious users
Power up in no time. With a longer lasting battery and fast charging capabilities, you'll be able to stay in charge for longer.
Pack more in
Seamless balance, signature performance. With up to 256GB of expandable storage you can store even more of your precious memories and music.
View in an instant
Get the essentials without even waking up your phone so you preserve time and power.
With Always On Display your clock and calendar are always in sight for whenever you need them.
Safe and sound
Secure Folder keeps selected apps and sensitive data locked down and separate from the regular content on your device. It also saves you from having to log in every time with one time authentication.
All within reach
Peace of mind you can count on. Back up, upgrade and sync your data across all your Galaxy devices so everything is right where you need it. Even better, every Samsung Cloud account comes with 15GB of storage.
Works both ways
Thanks to its reversible plug, a USB Type-C cable goes to work whichever way you plug it in to your device. This means you can enjoy hassle-free charging without worrying which side is up.
