Honor 5A
The Honor 5A is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6735P (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 5.1 (Lollipop)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 140g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,200 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Mediatek MT6735P (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6735P (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A53
OS
Android 5.1 (Lollipop), EMUI 3.1
RAM
2GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
294 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
2,200 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2200 mAh, removable
Weight
140g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
144.2 x 72.5 x 9 mm (5.68 x 2.85 x 0.35 in)
SIM
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass