Karbonn A9
$157
Overview
Karbonn A9 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2012 with a 3.8-inch TFT, MediaTek Helio P70 chipset, 5 main camera, and 1600 mAh battery.
Priced at $157, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Karbonn A9
The display of Karbonn A9 measures 3.8 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 480 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 480x800 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Karbonn A9 features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Karbonn A9 has 1600mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 49 min minutes.
The performance of Karbonn A9 is powered by the MediaTek Helio P70 chipset with ARM Mali-G72 MP3 900MHz GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 146944.
The memory of Karbonn A9 offers 8GB RAM. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is eMMC.
The connectivity of Karbonn A9 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 2.1.
The build of Karbonn A9 weighs 190g with Plastic frame and Glossy plastic back. Dimensions measure 120 x 60.5 x 11.3 mm.
The software of Karbonn A9 runs Android 2.3.6 (Gingerbread) with ColorOS. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karbonn A9
Karbonn A9 has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Karbonn A9 with MediaTek Helio P70 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Karbonn A9 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Karbonn A9 has a 1600mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Karbonn A9 at $157 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Karbonn A9 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 49 min minutes.
Karbonn A9 has a 3.8-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 480 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Karbonn A9 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
3.8"
Main Camera
5
Chipset
MediaTek Helio P70
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA |
| 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 | 2012 |
| Status | Out of Stock |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $199.88 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 120 x 60.5 x 11.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | 190 |
| Build Materials | Back: Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Glossy plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "White"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 3.8 |
| Resolution (px) | 480x800 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 6:13 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 395 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 84 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 480 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v5 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 2.3.6 (Gingerbread) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio P70 |
| CPU | Octa-Core, 4x Cortex A73 2.1 GHz + 4x Cortex A53 2.0 GHz, 12 nm |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G72 MP3 900MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | HSPA |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 146944 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 8GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | eMMC |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 4.0 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.8" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 30mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12µm |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| 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 | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 16 |
| Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | basic |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | MP3, AAC |
| DAC/Amp | Basic |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 2.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| 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) | 1600 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | microUSB |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 49 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 2.3.6 (Gingerbread) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| 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 | Phone, Charger, USB Cable, User 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!