Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) – Specs, Price, Release Date & Review

Name: Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)
Brand: Samsung
Rating: 4.26 (19 reviews)

Added: 01.03.17 | Updated: 03.11.20

Model: Galaxy A5 (2017)
Brand: Samsung
Rating: 4.26 out of 5 (19 votes)
Price: 250 EUR
Year of manufacture: 2017
Dimensions: 146.1 x 71.4 x 7.9 mm
Weight: 157 g
Chipset: Exynos 7880 Octa (14 nm)
Built-in memory: 32/64 GB
Screen: Super AMOLED 5.2 inches
Battery: 3000 mAh
Rear camera: Single, 16MP
Front camera: Single, 16MP

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Common

Brand and model	Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)
Other names	Versions: A520F (Europe, Global Single-SIM); A520F/DS (Global Dual-SIM); A520K/L/S (South Korea). Also known as Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) Duos with dual-SIM card slots
Launch date	2017, January

Price

First price	250 EUR

Design

Height	5.75 in (146.1 mm)
Width	2.81 in ( 71.4 mm)
Depth	0.31 in ( 7.9 mm)
Weight	5.54 oz (157 grams)
Build materials	Front/back glass, aluminum frame
Water resistant	Samsung Pay IP68 dust/water proof (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Colors	Black Sky, Gold Sand, Blue Mist, Peach Cloud
Case	Buy a case from Amazon

Screen

Technology	Super AMOLED
Size	5.2 in
Screen Area	74.5 cm²
Resolution	1080 x 1920 px
Points per inch	424 PPI
Color Depth	16M
Ratio (height:width)	16:9
Ratio (screen:body)	71.5%
Screen Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 4
Additional Features	-Always-on display
Screen protector	Buy a screen protector from Amazon

Hardware

Chipset	- Exynos 7880 Octa (14 nm)
CPU	- Octa-core 1.9 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU	- Mali-T830MP3

Memory

Internal Memory	32/64 GB, 3 GB RAM
Memory Card Slot	microSD, up to 256 GB (dedicated slot)

Software

Operating System (OS)	Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
User Interface

Main Camera

Number of Cameras	Single
Specs	-16 MP, f/1.9, 27mm (wide), AF
Features	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Video Recording	1080p@30fps

Selfie camera

Number of Cameras	Single
Specs	-16 MP, f/1.9
Video Recording	1080p@30fps

Cellular

Bands	GSM / HSPA / LTE
-2G - GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) -3G - HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 -4G - LTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 17(700), 20(800), 28(700), 38(2600), 40(2300), 41(2500)
SIM Card	Single SIM (Nano-SIM)Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
SAR EU	0.52 W/kg (head) 1.39 W/kg (body)
SAR	0.88 W/kg (head) 0.55 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, WiFi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth	4.2, A2DP, EDR, LE
GPS	Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
NFC	Yes
USB	2.0, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector

Battery

Capacity	3000 mAh
Type	Non-removable Li-Ion
Endurance
Video playback - Up to 16 h (3G) Audio playback - Up to 53 h
Charging	-Fast battery charging -

Audio

Headphone Jack	Yes
Radio	FM radio
Others	-Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic

Sensors

Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

Other specifications

Others	-ANT+

Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) AnTuTu & Geekbench Scores

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) scores 103094 points in AnTuTu 8, powered by the Exynos 7880 Octa (14 nm) chipset.

Antutu Score

Antutu 8 Score	103094 (Position 893 out of 1146)
Antutu 7 Score	61345 (Position 591 out of 2128)

Antutu 8 Ranking
887. Huawei nova Y60	103506
888. Oppo A35	103405
889. Motorola Moto X4	103403
890. vivo Y30 Standard	103278
891. LG K51S	103232
892. Blackview BV6600E	103152
893. Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)	103094
894. vivo Y01	103009
895. vivo Y10	103006
896. Wiko View5 Plus	103004
897. Infinix Hot 10 Play	102920
898. Samsung Galaxy A21	102874
899. Motorola Moto E7	102756

Antutu 7 Ranking
585. Infinix Note 5	61783
586. Xiaomi Mi 4	61632
587. Yezz Max 1 Plus	61532
588. UMi Plus	61483
589. Xiaomi Mi 4s	61393
590. BlackBerry Keyone	61392
591. Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)	61345
592. Apple iPhone 5s	61322
593. Gionee S10	61252
594. Motorola Moto G5S Plus	61203
595. Vernee Mix 2	61113
596. Motorola Droid Turbo 2	60788
597. IUNI U2	60506

Geekbench Score

GeekBench 6 Single Core	164 (Position 570 out of 578)
GeekBench 6 Multi Core	782 (Position 513 out of 577)
GeekBench 5 Single Core	143 (Position 1644 out of 1884)
GeekBench 5 Multi-Core	926 (Position 1362 out of 1873)
GeekBench 4 Single Core	773 (Position 474 out of 1024)
GeekBench 4 Multi-Core	4104 (Position 245 out of 1022)
GeekBench 4 RenderScript	3000
GeekBench 4 Battery	3041

GeekBench 6 Single Core Ranking
564. Sony Xperia XA1 Plus	183
565. Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra	183
566. Samsung Galaxy C5 Pro	182
567. Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime	181
568. Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017)	174
569. LG V10	167
570. Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)	164
571. Motorola Moto G6	161
572. vivo Y02t	160
573. Samsung Galaxy A12	158
574. Samsung Galaxy A20s	152
575. Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A (Redmi Y1 Lite)	142
576. Xiaomi Redmi 3s	142

GeekBench 6 Multi Core Ranking
507. vivo X9	795
508. Sony Xperia 10	790
509. LeEco Le 2	788
510. Huawei nova 2	787
511. Xiaomi Redmi Note 7S	785
512. Samsung Galaxy Note5 Duos	783
513. Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)	782
514. LeEco Le Pro3	777
515. Huawei P20 Lite	774
516. vivo Y02t	769
517. Huawei nova 2 plus	767
518. Google Pixel XL	767
519. vivo V7	765

GeekBench 5 Single Core Ranking
1638. UMi Plus	145
1639. Motorola Moto G5 Plus	145
1640. Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017)	145
1641. Xiaomi MI-3	145
1642. Wiko T10	144
1643. Xiaomi Mi 5c	144
1644. Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)	143
1645. Xiaomi Poco C51	142
1646. Xiaomi Redmi A1+	142
1647. itel A25	141
1648. Xiaomi Redmi A2	141
1649. Infinix Smart 6 HD	141
1650. Infinix Smart 6	141

GeekBench 5 Multi Core Ranking
1356. Cat S52	937
1357. Huawei nova Y60	933
1358. Blackview A55 Pro	932
1359. Samsung Galaxy A12	930
1360. Sony Xperia 10	928
1361. Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+	928
1362. Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)	926
1363. UMiDigi Z Pro	925
1364. Xiaomi Redmi 10	924
1365. Samsung Galaxy S6 edge	921
1366. Samsung Galaxy Note5 (CDMA)	920
1367. Infinix HOT 30i	918
1368. Elephone S8	917

GeekBench 4 Single Core Ranking
468. Vodafone Smart Platinum 7	779
469. Xiaomi Redmi Note 2	777
470. Meizu m1 metal	776
471. BLU Vivo XI	775
472. itel S18 Pro	774
473. Oppo F1 Plus	774
474. Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)	773
475. Samsung Galaxy A10s	772
476. ZTE Blade V9	772
477. Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017)	771
478. Asus PadFone X	770
479. Wiko View5	769
480. vivo V7	766

GeekBench 4 Multi Core Ranking
239. Oppo A54s	4130
240. BLU J5L	4121
241. OnePlus 3T	4117
242. Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite	4115
243. TECNO Phantom 6 Plus	4113
244. Motorola Moto G5 Plus	4112
245. Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)	4104
246. Nokia 6.1	4102
247. Asus Zenfone 3 ZE520KL	4100
248. Samsung Galaxy A30s	4092
249. Motorola Moto G7 Play	4090
250. Xiaomi Redmi S2	4087
251. Samsung Galaxy A8+ (2018)	4083

Compared to its rivals: the Apple iPhone 8 scores 485821 points in AnTuTu .

Disclaimer: This information is based on public data and official specifications from Samsung. However, there may be differences in specifications.

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Description of the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) Specs

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) is a smartphone released by Samsung in January 2017, boasting an array of features that cater to tech-savvy users and casual consumers alike. It has a model identifier of sm_id: 4570 and is recognized under the brand name Samsung, with a specific branding as br_sm_name: Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017).

The Galaxy A5 (2017) boasts impressive internet speeds with HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps and LTE-A (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps, along with EDGE and GPRS technologies. The battery is a non-removable Li-Ion type with a capacity of 3000mAh, supporting talk times of up to 16 hours on 3G networks, and music play up to 53 hours.

Users will find the phone has two SIM configurations—Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)—for flexible connectivity options. The phone is powered by a Mali-T830MP3 GPU and an Exynos 7880 Octa (14 nm) chipset, with an Octa-core 1.9 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU. With an AnTuTu benchmark score of 61345, it delivers reliable performance for everyday tasks.

The Galaxy A5 (2017) originally launched with Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), and later, it received an upgrade to Android 8.0 (Oreo). The device weighs 157 grams and offers expandable storage with a microSD slot that allows cards up to 256 GB, complementing its internal storage options of 32/64 GB with 3 GB RAM.

With its dimensions (146.1 x 71.4 x 7.9 mm) and a 5.2-inch capacitive touchscreen, the phone has a comfortable size. The Super AMOLED screen with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels provides vibrant colors and sharp visuals, further protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 4.

Connectivity features like Bluetooth 4.2, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (dual-band, WiFi Direct, hotspot), USB 2.0 (Type-C 1.0 reversible connector), NFC, and GPS (with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS) are all available for versatile usage. The photographic capabilities of the Galaxy A5 (2017) are captured by its 16 MP front and rear cameras, both with an aperture of f/1.9. They can record videos at 1080p@30fps, and additional features like LED flash, panorama, and HDR enhance the camera's functionality.

Moreover, the phone includes an FM radio, a 3.5mm jack, supports ANT+, Samsung Pay, and has an IP68 dust/waterproof rating for durability. Various color options like Black Sky, Gold Sand, Blue Mist, and Peach Cloud are available to suit different tastes. The front-mounted fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, gyro, proximity sensor, compass, and barometer round out its sensor array, making the Galaxy A5 (2017) a well-equipped smartphone.

It's priced at 250 EUR and has SAR values of 0.88 W/kg (head) and 0.55 W/kg (body), with different values for the EU-specific SAR rating. The Galaxy A5 (2017) sports an active noise cancellation feature with a dedicated microphone, enhancing call clarity and audio quality.

If you are interested in exploring all the detailed features of the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017), please scroll down this page for in-depth information, as well as comparison data with models frequently compared to this device.

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Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) Release Date

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) was officially announced and released on January, 2017. It is available in Black Sky, Gold Sand, Blue Mist, Peach Cloud.

Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) Price

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) starts at 250 EUR. Here are the prices for all storage versions:

Version	Price
32/64 GB	250 EUR
3 GB RAM	250 EUR

A 6GB version of the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) is not officially available — 3GB is the maximum storage option.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) cost?

The price of the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) varies based on the specific model and storage capacity. As of the latest update, the base model starts at 250 EUR. Prices increase for models with larger storage capacity and additional features.

When did the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) come out?

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) was released on January, 2017.

What is the size and weight of Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) ?

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) has dimensions of Height: 146.1 mm Width: 71.4 mm Thickness: 7.9 mm and weighs approximately 157 grams.

What is the screen size and resolution of Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)?

When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 5.2 inches diagonally offering a resolution of 1080 x 1920 px at a pixel density of 424 ppi.

How much memory and storage does a Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) have?

Device comes with chipset Exynos 7880 Octa (14 nm) with processor Octa-core 1.9 GHz Cortex-A53. Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) is available with internal memory of 32/64 GB, 3 GB RAM.

What are the main camera specifications and megapixels of the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)?

The device have a Single rear camera setup with specs of 16 MP, f/1.9, 27mm (wide), AF and features like LED flash, panorama, HDR

What are the front camera specs and MP of the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)?

The device comes with Single front camera setup with specs of 16 MP, f/1.9 and features like

What colors does the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) come in?

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) is available in the following colors: Black Sky, Gold Sand, Blue Mist, Peach Cloud.

What is the AnTuTu score of the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)?

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) scores 103094 points in AnTuTu 8.