Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) The Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8976 Snapdragon 652 (28 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 5,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 6" · 161.7 x 80.9 x 7.9 mm (6.37 x 3.19 x 0.31 in)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8976 Snapdragon 652 (28 nm)
RAM 4GB
Storage 32GB
Main Camera 16 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Long 5,000 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓ 6" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8976 Snapdragon 652 (28 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2016, March. Released 2016, May
Also Known As
Also known as Samsung A9 Pro Duos (2016) with dual-SIM card slots
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8976 Snapdragon 652 (28 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A72 & 4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53)
OS
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), Experience UI 9
RAM
4GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
367 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
Super AMOLED
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
16 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
5,000 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
Type
Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
210g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
161.7 x 80.9 x 7.9 mm (6.37 x 3.19 x 0.31 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), glass back (Gorilla Glass 4), aluminum frame
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
GPS
GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (market dependant)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) support 5G?› No, the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) have NFC?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) support wireless charging?› No, the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) support fast charging?› Yes, up to 18W (18W wired).
Does the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) have expandable storage?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) support dual SIM?› The Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) ship with?› The Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) ships with Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), Experience UI 9.
What type of USB port does the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) use?› The Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) uses microUSB 2.0.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) support Wi-Fi 7?› The Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) has 4.2, A2DP, EDR, LE.
