Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) (SM-A520F) — XEF
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) Released 2017, January | 157g, 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 3000 mAh, non-removable
Samsung Galaxy A5 (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 A5 (2017) body Specifications
| SIM | · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), glass back, aluminum frame |
| Weight | 157 g (5.54 oz) |
| Dimensions | 146.1 x 71.4 x 7.9 mm (5.75 x 2.81 x 0.31 in) |
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) MISC Specifications
| SAR EU | 0.52 W/kg (head) 1.39 W/kg (body) |
| SAR US | 0.88 W/kg (head) 0.55 W/kg (body) |
| Colors | Black Sky, Gold Sand, Blue Mist, Peach Cloud |
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) display Specifications
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density) |
| Size | 5.2 inches, 74.5 cm 2 (~71.5% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Super AMOLED |
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) Sound Specifications
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
Samsung Galaxy A5 (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 A5 (2017) Battery Specifications
| Charging | 18W wired |
| Battery | Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable |
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) memory Specifications
| Internal | 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) Main Camera Specifications
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Camera | 16 MP, f/1.9, 27mm (wide), AF |
XEF Region Firmware Info
XEF - FranceA 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 XEF code is used in France by Orange, Bouygues Telecom, Free Mobile, with one Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) firmware version known so far.
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) XEF Firmware ArchiveOfficial Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) firmware for the France XEF region, including BL, AP, CP, CSC and HOME_CSC packages for Odin flashing.
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) Combination & Special FilesCombination and service files for the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) (SM-A520F) — authorized repair, FRP reset after service, and diagnostics.
| Device Mobile | Version | Bit - SW REV | FA | Change list | Updated | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
XEF Firmware FAQ
Which carriers use the XEF CSC on the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)?+
The XEF CSC is used by Orange, Bouygues Telecom, and Free Mobile in France. Flash the XEF firmware only if your device was sold through one of these carriers.
How many Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) firmware versions are available for the XEF region?+
Currently one known Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) firmware version is available for the XEF (France) region.
How is the XEF 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. XEF is the code for France (Orange, Bouygues Telecom, and Free Mobile) — flashing a different CSC can change your carrier branding, available languages and which OTA updates you receive.