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Samsung Galaxy A5
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Samsung Galaxy A5

Released: 2017, January. Released 2017, JanuaryPrice: About 190 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 1.9 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T830MP3
NFCYes
SAR0.88 W/kg (head) 0.55 W/kg (body)
SIMNano-SIM, Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
Size5.2 inches, 74.5 cm, 2, (~71.5% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper AMOLED
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandSamsung
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), glass back, aluminum frame
ModelSamsung Galaxy A5 (2017)
PriceAbout 190 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsBlack Sky, Gold Sand, Blue Mist, Peach Cloud
ModelsSM-A520F, SM-A520F, SM-A520K, SM-A520L, SM-A520S, SM-A520W, SM-A520FD
SAR EU0.52 W/kg (head) 1.39 W/kg (body)
Single16 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
StatusDiscontinued
Weight157 g (5.54 oz)
ChipsetExynos 7880 (14 nm)
DisplayContrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 3.804 (sunlight)
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41
Charging18W wired
FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Internal32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
Released2017, January. Released 2017, January
Announced2017, January. Released 2017, January
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, EDR, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 16 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions146.1 x 71.4 x 7.9 mm (5.75 x 2.81 x 0.31 in)
Music playUp to 53 h
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerVoice 66dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 78dB
PerformanceGFXBench: 5.2fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio qualityNoise -93.1dB / Crosstalk -90.2dB
Battery (old)Endurance rating 95h

Samsung Galaxy A5 Overview

About Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) is a discontinued device from Samsung's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2017. Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM with Exynos 7880 (14 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 A5 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 A5?

The Samsung Galaxy A5 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 A5 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 A5 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Samsung Galaxy A5 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Samsung Galaxy A5 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Samsung Galaxy A5.