Samsung Galaxy A5 - a beautiful smartphone with water protection

Samsung Galaxy A5 is simplified copy of the flagship S7. The model was created specifically for those users who do not want to purchase an expensive novelty. The device is equipped with many useful functions, an excellent display and at the same time can give odds to many competitors from the average price category.

Specifications

Model	Samsung Galaxy A5
Dimensions, weight	146.1 * 71.4 * 7.9 mm, 159 grams
Screen	5.2-inch Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels
OS	Android version 6.0.1
Chipset	Exynos 7880, 1.9 GHz, eight cores
Graphics processor	Mali 830MP3
RAM / ROM	3 / 32GB + there is support for microSD memory cards up to 256 GB (slot for a card is allocated)
Interfaces	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS, LTE, NFC
Cameras	Primary: 16 MP, f / 1.9, front-end: 16 MP, f / 1.9
Battery	Li-Ion, 3000 mAh

Design and management

A distinctive feature of the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is the bulk surface of the glass and the edging of solid metal. Thanks to these innovations, the smartphone began to look much sleeker than the previous revisions of 2015 and 2016. On the surface of the back cover there are small bends, so the device is very comfortable in the hand. Separately, the device should be commended for that the camera module is no longer issued from the case. You can safely put the phone on the table without fear of scratching the optics.

The standard range of colors: black, blue, gold and pink. Each of the designated colors has its own unique shade. The body can hardly be called thin, but it does not look and does not feel large, rather, it is very elegant, comfortable and thoughtful. The weight of the device is also not surprising, given availability of protection against water and dirt.

Samsung Galaxy A5

Important! The smartphone has IP68 protection. This means that, despite the interesting design, the device is able to survive falling into a puddle and on the asphalt. The function is very rare in smartphones of this class, but in demand.

The location of the Samsung Galaxy A5 control buttons is somewhat different than last year’s models.For example, the speaker moved to the right end. Convenient or not, everyone decides for himself. User reviews claim that this is just a matter of habit.

The design of the device remained faithful to classical ideas. This is a typical candy bar, made with taste and diligence. You want to take the phone in hand, and its shape is pleasing to the eye.

Screen features

Smartphone Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is equipped with SuperAMOLED display. Last year's revision of the model also had a similar screen. The screen size is 5.2 inches, which today seems very small.

As for the characteristics of the screen, there can not be any complaints. Brightness can be adjusted both automatically and manually. Automatic settings are capable of "machine learning", adapting to the user's habits. The screen can be changed to your liking and discretion: colors, the layout of basic controls, customization of topics and much more. Another positive feature of the Samsung Galaxy A5 phone is - excellent screen readability. The display does not fade in the sun even in direct rays.

The smartphone has on board popular option AoD. Thanks to this "trick" the device always leaves the screen on, practically without spending energy on its power.This happens due to the care in the display mode, similar in principle to the monochrome reader. Accidental pressing does not activate the screen, for this you will need to type the appropriate command or enter a pattern key. The main information displayed is: clock, date, messages from some instant messengers, etc.

Important! The surface of the screen is covered with durable tempered glass that is resistant to scratches. If you carry the device in your pocket with keys and coins, the screen will remain intact thanks to effective protection.

The screen is one of the strengths of the model. Intellectual adjustment of brightness for the user, excellent color rendition, good readability and AoD make the device one of the most attractive in its category.

Memory and performance

Features Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 are encouraging. The device is built on the company's own processor, "Eksinos" 7880, and the popular video adapter Mali T830. However, the technical process by which the central chip, which is responsible for performance, is made is outdated (14 nm). The maximum frequency of eight cores is 1.9 GHz. Many fresh games will start, and they can be safely played.Of course, it is better to forget about the maximum settings, but you can count on stable FPS without drawdowns in most team battles.

RAM does not happen much - this opinion is shared by both users and manufacturers. Perhaps that is why engineers have equipped the device with 3 GB of RAM. The internal memory of the phone is 32 GB. For those who like to keep all their photos on their device, this may seem a little. Especially for such users exists expandable memory Up to 256 GB inclusive thanks to the map.

The graphical shell is optimized and does not consume a lot of resources, so the available parameters are enough for comfortable work. The owner does not have to contemplate hanging pages of the browser and fiddling the desktop frame by frame. The braking menu and other flaws in the graphic shell clearly bypassed the model under consideration.

In benchmarks, the device dials just over 60 thousand points. This is a standard indicator for a mid-range smartphone. The hardware capabilities of the phone are enough to solve all basic user tasks.

operating system

Samsung Galaxy A5 review continues the theme of the software: the operating system on which it runs.It was originally Android 6 version with a slightly modified interface. The developers have worked and made some changes to familiar things. However, those who are accustomed to using the flagship ruler “Samsung” will certainly not feel any difference: a completely identical shell is installed there.

The number of pre-installed software is small, any advertising products are missing, most non-system applications can be deleted. In addition to "Google Play" has its own app store "Samsung". The speed of the system causes respect: the smartphone quickly loads from scratch, quickly picks up the network and registers in it.

Important! Thanks to the well thought-out curtain, access to the main applications has become faster. To get to the hidden icons of the panel will need only a couple of clicks.

Quality of communication and sound

Phone Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 supports two sim cards of nano-sim format. Both SIM cards will be able to function in the networks of the fourth generation. The speed of transmission of Internet traffic depends entirely on the capacity of the cellular operator.Wi-Fi works fine, speed is high and stable, the phone easily downloads and plays streaming high-definition video.

Bluetooth version 4.2 allows you to exchange data much faster. As for navigation, everything is not so simple. Satellites are caught quickly, but the connection with them is not always stable. Fans of contactless payments will be delighted the presence of NFC and the option "Samsung Pay".

The conversational microphone and speaker perfectly cope with their tasks. The speaker on the phone, though not the loudest, but very high quality. In addition, the user is unlikely to miss a call if the speaker volume is set to maximum. Equalizer settings in the built-in player is enough to enjoy an acceptable sound. It will not reach a dedicated DAC and high-quality headset for the price of an average smartphone, but overall it is very good.

Battery and autonomy

On the Samsung Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 installed 3000 mAh battery. This, according to the developer, may be enough for 16 hours of uninterrupted conversation in 3G networks. Of course, the real figure will be slightly below this indicator. On average, about 10-12 hours.

Important! A pleasant innovation is the fact that the phone has a fast charge. Thanks to this feature, the gadget can be recharged in 1 hour and 20 minutes, which guarantees uninterrupted work.

In general, the autonomy of the device shows a fairly average. With a moderate load of Internet / calls / games / messengers, the phone lives one working day. But even despite the small margin of autonomy, the user does not live “from the outlet to the outlet.” The gadget almost always lives to the evening when it can be put on charge.

Camera Specifications

Galaxy A5 smartphone has in its arsenal of two 16 megapixel cameras. The quality of the pictures is slightly different, but this is due rather to the technical features and location of the modules themselves.

The main camera shots are somewhat sharper thanks to the optical stabilizer. A wide range of settings allow you to customize a photo session to fit your needs.

Front-camera not equipped with a flash. In addition, the focus is still fixed, which is not very convenient when taking a self-portrait. However, thanks to the system of filters and other effects, you can make a very cute selfie to please yourself and friends.

Conclusion

The gadget was very interesting.In its class, it stands out due to the unique features inherited from the flagship. Interesting and attractive design, good ergonomics, protection from dust and moisture - the device can combine several advantages. The price at the time of sales ranged from 25,990 to 27,990 rubles. It is quite obvious that in 2018, due to the popularity, Samsung will release a new revision of this model.

Samsung Galaxy A5