Karbonn A10
$85
Overview
Karbonn A10 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2013 with a 3.9-inch IPS LCD, and is ok for light streaming but social media and other basic app suck chipset, 5 main camera, and 1400 mAh battery.
Priced at $85, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Karbonn A10
The display of Karbonn A10 measures 3.9 inches with IPS LCD technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 500 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 480x800 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Karbonn A10 features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Karbonn A10 has 1400mAh capacity with 15 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Karbonn A10 is powered by the and is ok for light streaming but social media and other basic app suck chipset with ARM Mali-G57 800MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 150 single-core and 300 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 221000.
The memory of Karbonn A10 offers 4GB RAM. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 128GB.
The connectivity of Karbonn A10 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, and Bluetooth Yes.
The build of Karbonn A10 weighs 200g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 165.6 x 75.5 x 10.4 mm.
The software of Karbonn A10 runs Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) with Stock Android.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karbonn A10
Karbonn A10 has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Karbonn A10 with and is ok for light streaming but social media and other basic app suck can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Karbonn A10 has a 1400mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Karbonn A10 at $85 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Karbonn A10 supports 15 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Karbonn A10 has a 3.9-inch IPS LCD with 90Hz refresh rate and 500 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Karbonn A10 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
3.9"
Main Camera
5
Chipset
and is ok for light streaming but social media and other basic app suck
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Dual 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 | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $85 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 165.6 x 75.5 x 10.4 mm |
| Weight (g) | 200 |
| Build Materials | Polycarbonate |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| 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 | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 3.9 |
| Resolution (px) | 480x800 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 180:403 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 269 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 82 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 500 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 2000 |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | and is ok for light streaming but social media and other basic app suck |
| CPU | Octa-Core 2x1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 + 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G57 800MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | hs-pa |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 150 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 300 |
| AnTuTu Score | 221000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | 128GB |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.8, 30mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.7 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 0.3 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 | 16 |
| Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| 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 | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 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 | 15 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | 1400 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Stock Android |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | 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!