
Samsung Galaxy A5 Released 2014, December | 123g, 6.7mm thickness | Android 4.4.4, up to 7.0 | 16GB storage, microSDXC | Super AMOLED | 13 MP, f/2.0, 28mm (wide), AF | Li-Ion 2300 mAh, non-removable
Samsung Galaxy A5 Network Specifications
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
| 4G | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20 - A500F, A500FQ, A500FU |
| 3G | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - A500F, A500FQ, A500FU, A500HQ, A500YZ, A500M, A500Y |
| 2G | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - all versions |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
Samsung Galaxy A5 body Specifications
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), plastic back, aluminum frame |
| Weight | 123 g (4.34 oz) |
| Dimensions | 139.3 x 69.7 x 6.7 mm (5.48 x 2.74 x 0.26 in) |
Samsung Galaxy A5 MISC Specifications
| SAR EU | 0.23 W/kg (head) 0.40 W/kg (body) |
| SAR US | 0.65 W/kg (head) 0.48 W/kg (body) |
| Colors | Pearl White, Midnight Black, Platinum Silver, Soft Pink, Light Blue, Champagne Gold |
Samsung Galaxy A5 display Specifications
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density) |
| Size | 5.0 inches, 68.9 cm 2 (~71.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Super AMOLED |
Samsung Galaxy A5 Sound Specifications
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
Samsung Galaxy A5 Platform Specifications
| GPU | Adreno 306 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm) |
| OS | Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat) |
Samsung Galaxy A5 Battery Specifications
| Battery | Li-Ion 2300 mAh, non-removable |
Samsung Galaxy A5 memory Specifications
| Internal | 16GB 2GB RAM |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
Samsung Galaxy A5 Main Camera Specifications
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, panorama |
| Camera | 13 MP, f/2.0, 28mm (wide), AF |
THL Region Firmware Info
A 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 THL code is used in Thailand by AIS, DTAC, True Move, Real Future, CAT, Cellcard, Smart, Qb, Metfone, Beeline, with 2 distinct Samsung Galaxy A5 firmware versions found so far.
THL Firmware Version History
| Version | Build Date | Security Patch |
|---|---|---|
| A500FXXS1CQC5 | 2020-10-07 | — |
| A500FXXU1BPG3 | 2020-10-07 | — |
2 Samsung Galaxy A5 firmware versions found for the THL region, newest first.
Official Samsung Galaxy A5 firmware for the Thailand THL region, including BL, AP, CP, CSC and HOME_CSC packages for Odin flashing.
Combination and service files for the Samsung Galaxy A5 (SM-A500F) — authorized repair, FRP reset after service, and diagnostics.
| Device Mobile | Version | Bit - SW REV | FA | Change list | Updated | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
THL Firmware FAQ
Which carriers use the THL CSC on the Samsung Galaxy A5?+
The THL CSC is used by AIS, DTAC, True Move, Real Future, CAT, Cellcard, Smart, Qb, Metfone, and Beeline in Thailand. Flash the THL firmware only if your device was sold through one of these carriers.
How many Samsung Galaxy A5 firmware versions are available for the THL region?+
2 distinct Samsung Galaxy A5 firmware versions have been found for the THL (Thailand) region so far, from oldest to the latest build.
How is the THL 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. THL is the code for Thailand (AIS, DTAC, True Move, Real Future, CAT, Cellcard, Smart, Qb, Metfone, and Beeline) — flashing a different CSC can change your carrier branding, available languages and which OTA updates you receive.
