Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) — Full Specifications, Features & Price in Pakistan

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) — model SM-A510F — was the sequel that fixed nearly everything about the original: a larger 5.2-inch Full HD Super AMOLED display, a 2900mAh battery with fast charging, optical image stabilisation on the camera, and a glass-and-metal body with a fingerprint sensor. This guide records its verified specifications and the honest limits for anyone considering one in 2026.

Key Specifications at a Glance

Design and Build Quality

The A5 (2016) brought flagship-style construction to the mid-range: Gorilla Glass 4 on both faces with an aluminium frame, a combination that still feels premium in hand. At 155 grams it is compact and comfortable, with the classic Samsung home-button fingerprint sensor. On a used unit, check both glass panels for cracks (the glass back is slippery and drop-prone), test the fingerprint sensor, and confirm the frame has no bends — a bent frame can mean internal board stress. There is no water resistance.

Display Features

The 5.2-inch Super AMOLED at Full HD (1080 x 1920, ~424 ppi) was excellent for its class and remains sharp and pleasant for reading and video — a 60Hz panel of modest brightness by modern standards. After ten years, AMOLED ageing is the main concern: burn-in, colour shift and dim spots are common.

Processor and Performance

The Exynos 7580 Octa (28nm) — eight 1.6GHz Cortex-A53 cores with a Mali-T720MP2 GPU — was a solid mid-range chip in 2015, thoroughly outclassed today. With 2GB of RAM, realistic duties are calls, SMS, FM radio, music and the alarm; modern apps are too heavy and many will not install. It is smoother than the Snapdragon 410 in the 2015 model for basic tasks, but that is relative praise for decade-old hardware. Buy it as a collector's piece or minimal secondary phone.

RAM and Storage

2GB of RAM and 16GB of eMMC 5.0 storage, with a microSDXC slot sharing the second SIM position on dual-SIM variants — dual-SIM users must choose between a second line and expanded storage. 16GB leaves almost no room once the system is installed, making a card essential. Verify Settings reports 16GB, test the slot with a real card, and do not count on the card solving app storage — app-moving behaves inconsistently on Android 7.

Camera Features

The single 13MP rear camera (f/1.9) was notable in 2015 for optical image stabilisation — rare in the mid-range then, genuinely helpful for steadier low-light shots and video. It records 1080p at 30fps with LED flash, panorama and HDR; the 5MP front camera (f/1.9) also records 1080p. By modern standards it is basic: slow, noisy in dim light, no ultrawide, no portrait mode, no 4K. Test autofocus, OIS and flash on the unit.

Battery and Charging

The 2900mAh battery was a meaningful upgrade over the 2015 model's 2300mAh, and 18W fast charging was modern for its day. A decade later, degradation is severe on most survivors and swelling is a real safety risk — reject any phone with a bulging back or lifting screen. Charging is via microUSB 2.0 with OTG support.

Software and Updates

Launched on Android 5.1.1 Lollipop, updated to Android 7.0 Nougat — the end of the road nine years ago. The consequences are absolute: banking apps, JazzCash, EasyPaisa and payment apps will not run, WhatsApp support for Android 7 ended, Play Services is obsolete, and the system carries unpatched vulnerabilities. Usable functions are calls, SMS, FM radio, offline music, the camera and the alarm — never anything involving money or sensitive accounts.

Connectivity and Additional Features

Network support covers GSM, UMTS, HSPA and LTE (Cat 6, up to 300Mbps) — 4G data where networks provision it for old devices, but VoLTE on Pakistani carriers should not be assumed; test with your own SIM. Nano-SIM, with dual-SIM variants sharing the second slot with microSD. Period features include a 3.5mm headphone jack, FM radio, Bluetooth 4.1, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, GPS with GLONASS, NFC, Samsung Pay (long defunct in practice) and microUSB 2.0 with OTG, plus the front fingerprint sensor.

Variants, Colours and Availability

The SM-A510F was the international Exynos variant (a Snapdragon 615 version existed for China only). Colours were Black, White, Gold and Pink. Discontinued for the better part of a decade, it exists today only on the used and collector market, unit by unit. Claims of new or box-packed stock should be dismissed. Verify the model number in Settings — SM-A510F for the Exynos version most common in Pakistan — and buy only the unit you inspected.

Price in Pakistan and PTA Information

The Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) is listed at Rs. 12,000 on the Zohaan Mobile Gallery product page, verified live on 2026-10-11 — the store's asking price for its listed unit. Collector-grade condition commands more than a worn example, so confirm the exact unit's price. PTA rules still apply at any price: check the IMEI via the PTA 8484 service before paying, since a blocked IMEI means no network service. See our IMEI guide and PTA approval guide. Ask about battery condition explicitly; the store's 7-day check warranty covers the speaker and ringer, not the display, battery or camera.

Main Advantages and Limitations

Advantages: The best vintage Samsung at this price — Full HD AMOLED, OIS camera, fast charging, fingerprint sensor; premium glass-and-aluminium build; headphone jack, FM radio, NFC and microSD; a meaningful upgrade over the A5 (2015); genuine collector appeal.

Limitations: Android 7.0 maximum — no banking, payment or modern apps, no security patches; ten-year-old 2900mAh battery with swelling risk; 2GB/16GB cannot run 2026 software; single 13MP camera is basic today; microUSB, no 5G, no guaranteed VoLTE; every unit is heavily aged.

Who Should Consider This Phone?

The Galaxy A5 (2016) suits Samsung collectors wanting the best-regarded vintage A-series phone, and buyers seeking an ultra-cheap secondary device for calls, SMS, FM radio and music — the more sensible vintage pick over the A5 (2015) thanks to the better display, bigger battery, OIS camera and fingerprint sensor. It is unsuitable as a primary phone, for banking or payments, for WhatsApp-reliant communication, or for photography beyond casual snaps. Anyone needing a usable cheap smartphone should look at a used Galaxy A40 or newer instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the used price of Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) in Pakistan?

Rs. 12,000 on the Zohaan Mobile Gallery product page, verified live on 2026-10-11. Price depends on the unit's condition — confirm it with the store.

Can I use banking apps on the Galaxy A5 (2016)?

No. Capped at Android 7.0 with no security updates — banking, JazzCash, EasyPaisa and similar apps will not install or run.

What is the difference between the Galaxy A5 (2016) and A5 (2015)?

The 2016 model upgrades nearly everything: 5.2-inch Full HD AMOLED vs 5.0-inch HD, Exynos 7580 vs Snapdragon 410, 2900mAh with 18W charging vs 2300mAh, OIS on the 13MP camera, a fingerprint sensor, and glass-back construction.

What processor and memory does it have?

Exynos 7580 Octa (1.6GHz) with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage, plus microSDXC sharing the second SIM slot on dual-SIM variants.

How is the battery on a used unit?

Expect heavy degradation after ten years and check for swelling, a safety hazard. A dead battery effectively ends the phone's usable life.

Is it PTA approved?

PTA approval is per-device. Check the unit's IMEI via the PTA 8484 service before paying.

What should I check before buying one?

AMOLED burn-in, both glass panels, fingerprint sensor, OIS function, battery swelling, microSD slot, IMEI match and PTA status. Our safe used-phone buying guide has the full checklist.

Is it usable as a daily phone in 2026?

Only for calls, SMS, FM radio and music. Without modern apps, security updates or banking support, it cannot serve as a primary smartphone.

Final Verdict

The Galaxy A5 (2016) at Rs. 12,000 is the connoisseur's vintage Samsung: the best-built, best-equipped A5 of its era and a genuinely nice object for a collector. As a phone in 2026 it is retired — no modern apps, no banking, an exhausted battery on most units. Buy it for the collection or as a calls-only backup after ruthless inspection of screen and battery; buy anything newer if you need a working smartphone.

Call to Action

See the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) at Zohaan Mobile Gallery, browse used Samsung phones, or WhatsApp us at +92 305 8452080 for the current unit's condition, actual photos, PTA status and confirmed price. You can also visit our Rahim Yar Khan store at Shop No. 6, First Floor, Iqra Plaza, Railway Road, and inspect the phone in hand before you buy.