The Micromax A111 Canvas Doodle is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8225Q Snapdragon S4 Play, built for basic everyday tasks (2013).
2013 · Entry-level · Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Overall
B+
Performance
B+
Display
B+
Battery
A
Camera
C+
Software
C+
ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.3" · 147 x 76.5 x 9.7 mm (5.79 x 3.01 x 0.38 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8225Q Snapdragon S4 Play
RAM512MB
Storage4GB | 512MB
Main Camera8 MP · Dual-LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓512GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓Lightweight at 168g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,100 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8225Q Snapdragon S4 Play for simple tasks only
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 185 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Status
Discontinued
Announced
2013, May. Released 2013, May
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8225Q Snapdragon S4 Play
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A5
GPU
Adreno 203
OS
Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
RAM
512MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
Storage
4GB | 512MB
Memory Card
microSDHC
💻 Display
Size
5.3"
Resolution
480×854
Sharpness
185 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
TFT
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
Main Video
Yes
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED flash
Selfie
2 MP
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,100 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2100 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
168g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
147 x 76.5 x 9.7 mm (5.79 x 3.01 x 0.38 in)
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Colors
White
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / HSPA
Speed
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 900 / 1800 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G Bands
HSDPA 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
NFC
No
GPS
GPS
USB
microUSB 2.0
🔊 Sound
3.5mm Jack
Yes
Loudspeaker
Yes
Radio
FM radio
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Micromax A111 Canvas Doodle does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
No, the Micromax A111 Canvas Doodle does not have NFC.
Yes, the Micromax A111 Canvas Doodle supports microSDHC expandable storage.
