Testseek.com have collected 418 expert reviews of the Samsung SM-A500 Galaxy A5 and the average rating is 79%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Samsung SM-A500 Galaxy A5.
January 2015
(79%)
418 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(80%)
157 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Neat design
More powerful screen
Super thin design at only 6.3mm
Screen is very good for the market this phone is aimed at
Battery life is outstanding
Not just for the capacity of battery
Stand alone outstanding
Sound quality is very good for ringtones and music
Feels great in the hands
Features metal in its design
And even supports upgradeable memory
Mostly decent performance all round
Takes nanoSIM
Excellent battery life
Decent assortment of cameras for a mid-range phone
The editors didn't like
Still feels slightly odd
Could be more expensive than better specced models
Sound (ie. ringtones) could be louder
Slim and lightweight design makes the phone feel fragile
Volume rocker is in a bad position for right handed users
I keep turning the in call volume down
The camera is capable
But not outstanding and Samsung can
Battery isn't removable
Slowdowns can be seen
Particularly when you're trying to see a photo you've taken
Abstract: The Samsung Galaxy A5 is touted as having a trendy design but I think it is more fitting to say that the design is offered in a range of colours that will appeal to young users both in and out of a professional setting.The colour options include Pearl Whi...
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Published: 2015-04-07, Author: Patrick , review by: futurefive.co.nz
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Brilliant Display, Solid build quality, Good battery life, Good camera
Priced on the higher side, Runs on Android Lollipop, No notification LED, Slippery to hold,
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