Samsung
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)
RM 699.00
Price last checked: 27 Dec 2018. Confirm current price before buying.
A 5.2-inch Super AMOLED screen is the standout here, pushing full HD resolution at 424 ppi for sharp, punchy visuals in a body that's just 7.3mm thick. Under the hood sits a Snapdragon 615 chipset paired with 2GB RAM and 16GB storage, enough for everyday apps and browsing, with a microSD slot to add up to 128GB more if you need it.
The 13MP rear camera comes with OIS, a rare inclusion at this tier, which helps steady shots in lower light along with its f/1.9 aperture. A 2900mAh battery keeps things running through the day, and there's a fingerprint sensor plus Samsung Pay support built into the Gorilla Glass 4 back. Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) price in Malaysia starts from RM699.
It runs Android 5.1.1 Lollipop out of the box and comes in Black, White, Gold or Pink, with dual SIM and LTE Cat6 support for buyers who want a compact, capable daily driver without the higher price tag of flagship models.
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Full Specifications
| Release | |
|---|---|
| Release Status | Available. Released 2015, December |
| Performance | |
| Processor | Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 |
| GPU | Adreno 405 |
| RAM & Storage | 16 GB, 2 GB RAM |
| External Storage | microSD, up to 128 GB (uses SIM 2 slot) |
| OS | Android OS, v5.1.1 (Lollipop) |
| Battery | Non-removable Li-Ion 2900 mAh battery |
| Screen | |
| Display size | 5.2 inches (~72.5% screen-to-body ratio) 1080 x 1920 pixels (~424 ppi pixel density) |
| Display type | Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors |
| Multitouch | Yes |
| Body | |
| Dimension | 144.8 x 71 x 7.3 mm |
| Weight | 155 g (5.47 oz) |
| Body Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 back panel \- Samsung Pay |
| Colors | Black, White, Gold, Pink |
| Connectivity | |
| SIM | Optional Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Data Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps |
| Wifi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, WiFi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | v4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE |
| NFC | Yes (LTE model only) |
| USB | microUSB v2.0 |
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (market dependant) |
| Radio | FM radio |
| Sensors | |
| Sensors | Fingerprint, accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Camera & Video | |
| Rear Camera | 13 MP, f/1.9, 28mm, OIS, autofocus, LED flash |
| Front Camera | 5 MP, f/1.9, 24mm, 1080p |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, panorama, HDR |
| Audio | |
| Loud Speaker | Yes |
| Sound Jack | Yes |
| Sound Type | Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) support 5G?
Based on its listed network specs (HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps), the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) does not support 5G.
How much RAM and storage does the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) have?
The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) comes with 16 GB, 2 GB RAM.
What's the battery capacity of the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)?
The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) has a Non-removable Li-Ion 2900 mAh battery battery.
Is the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) still available in Malaysia?
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) is currently listed as available in Malaysia (release status: Available. Released 2015, December).