| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $220.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 360 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE
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| Launch | Announced | 2016, May. Released 2016, June |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 145.9 x 72 x 6.7 mm (5.74 x 2.83 x 0.26 in) |
| Weight | 143 g (5.04 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | |
| Display | Type | Super AMOLED |
| Size | 5.2 inches, 74.5 cm2 (~71.0% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A53) | |
| GPU | Adreno 405 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM | |
| Features | eMMC 5.1 | |
| Main Camera | Single | 16 MP, f/1.9, AF |
| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 8 MP, f/1.9 |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (region dependent) | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio with RDS; recording | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Features | ANT+ | |
| Battery | Type | Li-Ion 2600 mAh, non-removable |
| Charging | 18W wired | |
| Misc | Colors | Gold, Pink Gold, Dark Gray |
| Models | SM-C5000 | |
| SAR EU | 0.45 W/kg (head) 1.07 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 220 EUR | |
| Our Tests | Performance |
Basemark OS II 2.0: 815 Basemark X: 5039 |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 3.911 (sunlight) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 67dB / Noise 69dB / Ring 72dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise-93.1dB / Crosstalk -68.3dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 75h |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Samsung Galaxy C5
Advantages
- Luminous AMOLED panel engineered for vivid color accuracy and outdoor readability
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
With clean, harmonious contours and an emphasis on tactile everyday comfort, the Samsung Galaxy C5 blends effortlessly into modern lifestyles. The chassis slips naturally into pockets and palms alike, while the vibrant AMOLED display measuring 5.2 inches delivers a pleasing visual greeting whenever the screen wakes up.
Daily computational tasks are managed seamlessly by the Qualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm). Navigating operating system menus, streaming playlists, and cycling between social applications happens with smooth, predictable responsiveness and frugal energy consumption. Capturing spontaneous moments with friends and family is intuitive thanks to the camera array—centered on a 16MP primary sensor—which produces lively, flattering shots with natural skin tones and swift shutter speed.
Dependable all-day stamina is sustained by a 2600mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds ensuring you stay connected without battery anxiety throughout active weekends and busy workdays. In short, the Samsung Galaxy C5 is a tasteful, well-judged daily companion that delivers premium everyday usability.
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