BenQ-Siemens A38
$158
Overview
BenQ-Siemens A38 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2006 with a 1.4-inch IPS LCD, MediaTek Helio G85 chipset, 50 main camera, and 860 mAh battery.
Priced at $158, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of BenQ-Siemens A38
The display of BenQ-Siemens A38 measures 1.4 inches with IPS LCD technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 720 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 96x64 pixels resolution.
The camera system of BenQ-Siemens A38 features 2 rear cameras: 50 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of BenQ-Siemens A38 has 860mAh capacity with 33 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 60 min minutes.
The performance of BenQ-Siemens A38 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 chipset with Arm Mali-G52 MC2 950MHz 950MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 365 single-core and 1300 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 225154.
The memory of BenQ-Siemens A38 offers 6GB RAM. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of BenQ-Siemens A38 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi No, and Bluetooth No.
The build of BenQ-Siemens A38 weighs 190g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP52. Dimensions measure 103.5 x 45.5 x 18.7 mm.
The software of BenQ-Siemens A38 runs Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, ColorOS 15 with ColorOS.
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Frequently Asked Questions about BenQ-Siemens A38
Yes, BenQ-Siemens A38 is good for photography with its 50 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.
BenQ-Siemens A38 with MediaTek Helio G85 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Yes, BenQ-Siemens A38 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
BenQ-Siemens A38 has IP52 protection against dust and water.
BenQ-Siemens A38 has a 860mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
BenQ-Siemens A38 at $158 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
BenQ-Siemens A38 supports 33 wired charging with full charge in approximately 60 min minutes.
BenQ-Siemens A38 has a 1.4-inch IPS LCD with 90Hz refresh rate and 720 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The BenQ-Siemens A38 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in versatile camera system. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
1.4"
Main Camera
50
Chipset
MediaTek Helio G85
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | dual standby |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2006 |
| Status | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $120.24 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 103.5 x 45.5 x 18.7 mm |
| Weight (g) | 190 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Bold Charcoal", "X-treme Gray"] |
| IP Rating | IP52 |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | |
| Thermal Solution | |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 1.4 |
| Resolution (px) | 96x64 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 180:403 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 269 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 84 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 720 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, ColorOS 15 |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G85 |
| CPU | 2x Cortex • A75 2.0 GHz + 6x Cortex • A55 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Arm Mali-G52 MC2 950MHz 950MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | |
| Modem | |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 365 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 1300 |
| AnTuTu Score | 225154 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 6GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage Speed | |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 50 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.8" |
| Main Sensor Model | OmniVision OV50D |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.61µm |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.263 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | |
| DAC/Amp |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | |
| Wi-Fi Features | |
| Bluetooth | |
| NFC | N/A |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Side-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 | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 860 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 33 |
| Wired Standard | |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 30 min |
| Full Charge Time | 60 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, ColorOS 15 |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | ColorOS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | |
| Accessibility | |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Charger, Battery, 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!