Karbonn A27 Retina
The Karbonn A27 Retina is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks (2013).
2013 · Entry-level · Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓512GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓4.3" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 126.5g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,800 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic its chipset for simple tasks only
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingPhotography
⚙️ Performance
RAM
512MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
256 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
1,800 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Weight
126.5g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
133.6 x 66 x 9.1 mm (5.26 x 2.60 x 0.36 in)
