Samsung Galaxy C5
The Samsung Galaxy C5 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm), suited to light-to-moderate 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
Size5.2" · 145.9 x 72 x 6.7 mm (5.74 x 2.83 x 0.26 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm)
RAM4GB
Storage32GB | 64GB
Main Camera16 MP · Dual-LED dual-tone flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Sharp 424 PPI screen
✓5.2" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓Lightweight at 143g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,600 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2016, May. Released 2016, June
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8952 Snapdragon 617 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A53)
OS
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
RAM
4GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
424 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
Super AMOLED
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
16 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,600 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2600 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
143g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
145.9 x 72 x 6.7 mm (5.74 x 2.83 x 0.26 in)
Build
Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Colors
Gold, Pink Gold, Dark Gray
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - C5000
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
GPS
GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (region dependent)
🔊 Sound
Radio
Stereo FM radio with RDS; recording
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Samsung Galaxy C5 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy C5 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
No, the Samsung Galaxy C5 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Yes, up to 18W (18W wired).
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy C5 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The Samsung Galaxy C5 SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy C5 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Samsung Galaxy C5 ships with Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo).
The Samsung Galaxy C5 uses microUSB 2.0.
The Samsung Galaxy C5 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct.
The Samsung Galaxy C5 has 4.2, A2DP, LE.
