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Samsung Galaxy C5
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Samsung Galaxy C5

Released: 2016, May. Released 2016, JunePrice: About 220 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUAdreno 405
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size5.2 inches, 74.5 cm, 2, (~71.0% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper AMOLED
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandSamsung
BuildGlass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
ModelSamsung Galaxy C5
PriceAbout 220 EUR
RadioStereo FM radio with RDS; recording
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsGold, Pink Gold, Dark Gray
ModelsSM-C5000
SAR EU0.45 W/kg (head) 1.07 W/kg (body)
Single8 MP, f/1.9
StatusDiscontinued
Weight143 g (5.04 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm)
DisplayContrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 3.911 (sunlight)
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - C5000
4G bands1, 3, 7, 8, 38, 39, 40, 41 - C5000
Charging18W wired
FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Internal32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Released2016, May. Released 2016, June
Announced2016, May. Released 2016, June
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions145.9 x 72 x 6.7 mm (5.74 x 2.83 x 0.26 in)
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerVoice 67dB / Noise 69dB / Ring 72dB
PerformanceBasemark OS II 2.0: 815Basemark X: 5039
PositioningGPS, GLONASS/ BDS (region dependent)
Audio qualityNoise-93.1dB / Crosstalk -68.3dB
Battery (old)Endurance rating 75h

Samsung Galaxy C5 Overview

About Samsung Galaxy C5 Samsung Galaxy C5 is a discontinued device from Samsung's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2016. Samsung Galaxy C5 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Samsung Galaxy C5 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Samsung Galaxy C5?

The Samsung Galaxy C5 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Samsung Galaxy C5 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Samsung devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Samsung Galaxy C5 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Samsung Galaxy C5 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Samsung Galaxy C5 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Samsung Galaxy C5.