Micromax A116 Canvas HD
The Micromax A116 Canvas HD is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2013).
2013 · Entry-level · Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5" · 144 x 74 x 10.7 mm (5.67 x 2.91 x 0.42 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
RAM1GB
Storage1GB | 4GB
Main Camera8 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 156g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,000 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2013, January. Released 2013, February
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
OS
Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean)
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
294 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,000 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
156g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
144 x 74 x 10.7 mm (5.67 x 2.91 x 0.42 in)
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 900 / 1800 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Micromax A116 Canvas HD does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
No, the Micromax A116 Canvas HD does not have NFC.
Yes, the Micromax A116 Canvas HD supports microSDHC expandable storage.
Yes, the Micromax A116 Canvas HD supports dual SIM (Dual SIM).
Yes, the Micromax A116 Canvas HD has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Micromax A116 Canvas HD ships with Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.2.1 (Jelly Bean).
The Micromax A116 Canvas HD uses microUSB 2.0, OTG.
The Micromax A116 Canvas HD supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot.
The Micromax A116 Canvas HD has 4.0, A2DP.
