Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) A520

Processor

This Samsung is powered by a Samsung Exynos 7 Octa 7870 64-bit chip with a 1,59 Ghz Octa-Core processor. This chipset has a octa-core processor with 3072 MB RAM. With a thickness of 7.9 millimeters, the device is not too thick. This phone weighs 160 grams.

IP68

An IP68 rating means that a phone is dust tight and can be submerged in water for extended periods of time without damage. This rating is determined by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), which is an independent organization that sets standards for electrical and electronic technologies. The "6" in the IP68 rating indicates that the phone is completely dust tight, while the "8" indicates that it can be submerged in water for up to 30 minutes at a depth of 1.5 meters without any damage.

Camera

The Galaxy A5 (2017) A520 has a 16 megapixel camera, it means that the camera is capable of capturing detailed images without the added cost and complexity of a higher megapixel count. This can be useful if you want to take high-resolution photos that you can zoom in on or crop without losing too much detail, but you don't need the very highest level of image quality. In general, having this amount of megapixels can provide a good balance of image quality and affordability. You can also use the 16 megapixel selfie camera for video calling, for example.

Pros

• 16 megapixel camera
• 64-bit octa-core processor
• Not too thick with 7.9 millimeters
• HSDPA, LTE-A support for super fast internet
• Enough RAM (3GB)
• IP68 certification
• Dust-proof and protected against submersion indefinitely

Negatives

Call & data functions

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) A520 supports frequencies from international networks with which you can use the fastest LTE-A network. The speed of LTE-A is perfect for watching video on the go via your mobile network, where the speed is often even higher than the WiFi connection at home. Choose a large data package with this device. You can also connect via WiFi at home or at the office.

Memory and connection options

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) A520 has 3072 MB of RAM (3 GB) . Expandable memory: microSD up to 256 GB. There is a USB-C connection. One of the main benefits is that USB-C is reversible, which means that the cable can be inserted into the port in either direction. This makes it much easier to connect the cable to the phone, especially in situations where you can't see the port clearly. The use of a USB-C port on a phone can also provide faster charging, easier cable connections, and faster data transfer speeds. Connecting Bluetooth headsets or car kits is no problem.

Screen & operation

The phone is operated via the large 5,2 inch touchscreen.The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) A520 can display up to a 16 millions colors. This screen has a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels. It is claimed that the human eye can distinguish a maximum of 477 pixels per inch at 30 cm. With 423 pixels per inch, this HD screen is super sharp and true to life, even at close range. This does not get your eyes tired and you can easily enjoy the highest resolution images.

Operating system

Android 6.0 (Marshmallow). The major changes compared to the previous version are

• New permission system There are changes to the display and execution of app permissions
• New API Improvements for a fingerprint scanner should it be present on the device
• New App drawer New improved display of the app list
• Visual voicemail Ability to access voicemails without calling voicemail. (depending on provider support)
• Rotation of the home screen This option comes standard with Android 6 Marshmallow
• Status bar icons Ability to remove or add status bar icons
• Android pay New option to deal with your phone
• Standby time Improvement of the standby time