Celkon A15
$50
Overview
Celkon A15 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2013 with a 3.5-inch TFT, MediaTek Helio P35 chipset, 3.15 main camera, and 1400 mAh battery.
Priced at $50, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Celkon A15
The display of Celkon A15 measures 3.5 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 480 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 320x480 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Celkon A15 features 1 rear cameras: 3.15 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Celkon A15 has 1400mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 23 min minutes.
The performance of Celkon A15 is powered by the MediaTek Helio P35 chipset with PowerVR GE8320 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 109267.
The memory of Celkon A15 offers 3GB RAM. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1.
The connectivity of Celkon A15 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, and Bluetooth Yes.
The build of Celkon A15 weighs 175g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 164 x 75.4 x 7.9 mm.
The software of Celkon A15 runs Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) with ColorOS.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Celkon A15
Celkon A15 has a 3.15 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Celkon A15 with MediaTek Helio P35 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Celkon A15 has a 1400mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Celkon A15 at $50 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Celkon A15 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 23 min minutes.
Celkon A15 has a 3.5-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 480 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Celkon A15 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
3.5"
Main Camera
3.15
Chipset
MediaTek Helio P35
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2013 |
| Status | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $105.76 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 164 x 75.4 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 175 |
| Build Materials | Back: Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["White"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 3.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 320x480 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 269 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 83 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 480 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | 70% NTSC |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio P35 |
| CPU | 4x Cortex A53 2.3 GHz + 4x Cortex A53 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | mt6572 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 109267 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 3.15 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.1" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 3.2mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12µm |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 2.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | N/A |
| Aperture | f/2.4 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB 2.0 |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 1400 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | microUSB |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 23 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | ColorOS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!