Simply
elegant

Elegance in its purest form. Crafted with minimalism in mind for maximum enjoyment its highly resistant rear 3D Glass and optimal 5.2” display fuse together flawlessly to provide a remarkably seamless design.

Front and side view of the Galaxy A5 (2017) to highlight its uniform design with zero protrusion.

Uniform
all around

Design that is a delight to hold. Sitting perfectly level with the rear casing the absence of any camera protrusion allows for uniformaly smooth and symmetrical design from all angles.

Product shown is the Galaxy A5 (2017).
Product shown is the Galaxy A5 (2017).

Capture richer stories

Grant your photos the added depth and detail they deserve thanks to its powerful 16 MP camera.
And with its speedy and accurate Auto Focus, you’ll be able to capture unforgettable moments before they get away.

Close up of the Galaxy A5 (2017) rear camera.

Expand
your creativity

Enjoy greater creative control to make your visual storytelling much more brilliant.
Optimize portraits or spice up color tones with a set of preset camera filters to enhance your favorite photos.

*On-screen image taken with Galaxy A5 (2017).

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Food image as shown taken with the Galaxy A5 (2017) without the Food Mode function.
Food image as shown taken with the Galaxy A5 (2017) using the Food Mode filter.

Capture life in
optimal light

With its 16 MP front camera and bright display that doubles as a flash you capture sharper results even in low-light conditions. It also features a floating shutter optimized for better grip so images stay blur-free.

*On-screen image taken with Galaxy A5 (2017).

Selfie image of three women taken in low-light to show the advanced camera functionality of the Galaxy A5 (2017).

Safeguarded for the unexpected

Reliable protection so you can keep up with life wherever it takes you. Equipped with IP68 to withstand the elements it shields out everything from liquids to dust in most situations.

Image shows the highly water-resistant capabilities of the Galaxy A5 (2017) thanks to its IP68 rating.
IP68

*Can be immersed in 1.5 meters of water for up to 30 mins.

Powered for
serious users

Power up quick with no time wasted. With longer battery life for even heavy usage and
less time required for charging you can get on with more important day to day essentials.

Improved performance with upgraded 3000mAh battery.

Pack more in

Seamless balance, signature performance. With up to 256 GB of expandable storage you can store even more of your favorite multimedia while enhanced dual SIM performance provides greater flexibility when travelling.

*Performance specifications may vary by country.

SD Card slot for the Galaxy A5 (2017).

View in an instant

Get the essentials without even waking up your phone so you preserve time and power.
With Always On Display your clock and calendar are always in sight for whenever you need them.

  • View the date and time in an instant on the Galaxy A5 (2017) with Always on Display.
  • View the time in an instant on the Galaxy A5 (2017) with Always on Display.
  • View the date and time instantly across different time zones on the Galaxy A5 (2017) with Always on Display.

Safe and
sound

Secure Folder keeps selected apps and sensitive data locked down and separate from the regular contents on your device. It also saves you from having to log in every time with one time authentication.

Screen image of the Galaxy A5 (2017) Secure Folder feature when activated.

All within
reach

Peace of mind you can count on. Back up, upgrade and sync your data across all your Galaxy devices so everything is right where you need it. Even better, every Samsung Cloud account comes with 15 GB of storage.

Galaxy A device held in hand and top partial view of the left bottom corner of a notebook.

Works both ways

Thanks to its reversible plug orientation USB Type-C cable goes to work whichever way you plug it in to your device. This means you can enjoy hassle-free charging without worrying which side is up.

Galaxy A device and micro USB cable.

More to choose from

Dress up and modify your device for whatever suits your needs. From sturdy and stylish cases to durable screen protectors Galaxy A5 (2017) comes with a wide array of efficient accessories to choose from.

*Availability of certain products may vary by country. Actual home screen may vary.

  • Neon Flip Cover for the Galaxy A5 (2017) Variety of smartphone accessories for the Galaxy A5.
  • S View Standing Cover for the Galaxy A5 (2017) Variety of smartphone accessories for the Galaxy A5.

Highlights

IP68 Water and Dust Resistant

IP68 Water and Dust Resistant

Large 16MP Selfie Camera

Large 16MP Selfie Camera

Fingerprint Scanner

Fingerprint Scanner

Expandable Memory

Expandable Memory

Specifications

  • CPU Speed

    1.9 GHz

  • Size (Main Display)

    5.2" (132.2mm)

  • Main Camera - Resolution

    CMOS 16.0MP

  • Weight (g)

    159

  • Standard Battery Capacity (mAh)

    3000

  • Audio Playback Time (Hours)

    Up to 53

  • CPU Speed

    1.9 GHz

  • CPU Type

    Octa-Core

  • Size (Main Display)

    5.2" (132.2mm)

  • Resolution (Main Display)

    1920 x 1080 (FHD)

  • Technology (Main Display)

    Super AMOLED

  • Color Depth (Main Display)

    16M

  • S Pen Support

    No

  • Rear Camera - Resolution

    CMOS 16.0MP

  • Rear Camera - F Number

    f/1.9

  • Rear Camera - Auto Focus

    Yes

  • Front Camera - F Number

    f/1.9

  • Rear Camera - Flash

    Yes

  • Video Recording Resolution

    FHD (1920 x 1080) @ 30fps

  • Memory (GB)

    3GB

  • Storage (GB)

    32 GB

  • Available Storage (GB)

    23.1 GB

  • External Storage Support

    MicroSD (Up to 256GB)

  • Number of SIM

    Dual-SIM

  • SIM size

    Nano-SIM (4FF)

  • SIM Slot Type

    SIM 1 + SIM 2 + MicroSD

  • Infra

    2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD

  • 2G GSM

    GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900

  • 3G UMTS

    B1 (2100), B2 (1900), B4 (AWS), B5 (850), B8 (900)

  • 4G FDD LTE

    B1 (2100), B2 (1900), B3 (1800), B4 (AWS), B5 (850), B7 (2600), B8 (900), B17 (700), B20 (800), B28 (700)

  • 4G TDD LTE

    B38 (2600), B40 (2300), B41 (2500)

  • ANT+

    Yes

  • USB Interface

    USB Type-C

  • USB Version

    USB 2.0

  • Location Technology

    GPS, Glonass, Beidou

  • Earjack

    3.5mm Stereo

  • MHL

    No

  • Wi-Fi

    802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2.4+5GHz

  • Wi-Fi Direct

    Yes

  • Bluetooth Version

    Bluetooth v4.2

  • NFC

    Yes

  • Bluetooth Profiles

    A2DP, AVRCP, DI, HFP, HID, HOGP, HSP, MAP, OPP, PAN, PBAP

  • PC Sync.

    Smart Switch (PC version)

  • Android

  • Form Factor

    Touch Bar

  • Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Proximity Sensor, RGB Light Sensor

  • Dimension (HxWxD, mm)

    146.1 x 71.4 x 7.9

  • Weight (g)

    159

  • Internet Usage Time(3G) (Hours)

    Up to 13

  • Internet Usage Time(LTE) (Hours)

    Up to 16

  • Internet Usage Time(Wi-Fi) (Hours)

    Up to 18

  • Video Playback Time (Hours)

    Up to 19

  • Standard Battery Capacity (mAh)

    3000

  • Removable

    No

  • Audio Playback Time (Hours)

    Up to 53

  • Audio Playback Time (Hours, Always On Display Off)

    Up to 78

  • Talk Time (3G WCDMA) (Hours)

    Up to 16

  • Video Playing Format

    MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM

  • Video Playing Resolution

    UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) @ 30fps

  • Audio Playing Format

    MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA

  • S-Voice

    Yes

  • Mobile TV

    No

User manual & downloads

Safety Guide

ver 1.8.0 | 10.34 MB

Oct 24. 2017

ENGLISH, FRENCH(M.E.Asia), SIMPLIFIED CHINESE(S.E Asia), ARABIC, PERSIAN, HEBREW, HINDI, THAI, TURKISH, VIETNAMESE

User Manual (Nougat)

ver 1.0 | 7.15 MB

Oct 24. 2017

ENGLISH

User Manual (Nougat)

ver 1.0 | 7.06 MB

Oct 24. 2017

SIMPLIFIED CHINESE(S.E Asia)

User Manual (Marshmallow)

ver 1.0 | 6.45 MB

Feb 20. 2017

ENGLISH

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* Network : The bandwidths supported by the device may vary depending on the region or service provider.

* Battery: Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, number of times charged, and many other factors.

* User Available Memory: Actual user memory will vary depending on the operator and may change after software upgrades are performed.

* The network capacity and data transfer speed may be reduced while dual SIM cards are used at the same time.

* Indicated colors refer only to those available in the local market.

* Dimension: Size and weight may vary by the device's configuration and manufacturing process.

* The bandwidths supported by the device may vary depending on the region or service provider.