Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) (SM-A720F) — INS
Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) Released 2017, January | 186g, 7.9mm thickness | Android 6.0.1, up to Android 8.0 | 32GB/64GB storage, microSDXC | Super AMOLED | 16 MP, f/1.9, 27mm (wide), AF | Li-Ion 3600 mAh, non-removable
Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) Network Specifications
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps |
| 4G | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 |
| 3G | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 2G | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) body Specifications
| SIM | · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), glass back, aluminum frame |
| Weight | 186 g (6.56 oz) |
| Dimensions | 156.8 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm (6.17 x 3.06 x 0.31 in) |
Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) MISC Specifications
| SAR EU | 0.21 W/kg (head) 1.33 W/kg (body) |
| SAR US | 1.00 W/kg (head) 0.71 W/kg (body) |
| Colors | Black Sky, Gold Sand, Blue Mist and Peach Cloud |
Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) display Specifications
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~386 ppi density) |
| Size | 5.7 inches, 89.6 cm 2 (~73.6% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Super AMOLED |
Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) Sound Specifications
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) Platform Specifications
| GPU | Mali-T830MP3 |
| CPU | Octa-core 1.9 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| Chipset | Exynos 7880 (14 nm) |
| OS | Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo) |
Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) Battery Specifications
| Charging | 18W wired |
| Battery | Li-Ion 3600 mAh, non-removable |
Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) memory Specifications
| Internal | 64GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) Main Camera Specifications
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Camera | 16 MP, f/1.9, 27mm (wide), AF |
INS Region Firmware Info
INS - IndiaA CSC (Consumer Software Customization) code ties a Samsung firmware build to the country and carrier it was released for, controlling branding, available languages and which OTA updates a device receives. The INS code is used in India by Airtel, BSNL, Vodafone Idea, Jio, with 2 distinct Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) firmware versions found so far.
INS Firmware Version History
| Version | Build Date | Security Patch |
|---|---|---|
| A720FXXS9CUA2 | 2021-01-29 | — |
| A720FXXS9CTJ9 | 2020-11-06 | — |
2 Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) firmware versions found for the INS region, newest first.
Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) INS Firmware ArchiveOfficial Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) firmware for the India INS region, including BL, AP, CP, CSC and HOME_CSC packages for Odin flashing.
Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) Combination & Special FilesCombination and service files for the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) (SM-A720F) — authorized repair, FRP reset after service, and diagnostics.
| Device Mobile | Version | Bit - SW REV | FA | Change list | Updated | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
INS Firmware FAQ
Which carriers use the INS CSC on the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017)?+
The INS CSC is used by Airtel, BSNL, Vodafone Idea, and Jio in India. Flash the INS firmware only if your device was sold through one of these carriers.
How many Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) firmware versions are available for the INS region?+
2 distinct Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) firmware versions have been found for the INS (India) region so far, from oldest to the latest build.
How is the INS CSC different from other region codes?+
Samsung ties every firmware build to one of roughly 599 CSC (Consumer Software Customization) codes, each tied to a specific country and carrier. INS is the code for India (Airtel, BSNL, Vodafone Idea, and Jio) — flashing a different CSC can change your carrier branding, available languages and which OTA updates you receive.