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Celkon A97 Specifications
Celkon
Released 2012, May 15
Mediatek MT6575 (40 nm)
- 130g, 11mm thickness
- Android 2.3.6
- microSDHC slot
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| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 2.6 | — |
| Display | 5 | — |
| Performance | 3.1 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
4.0"
480x800 pixels
5MP
Video recorder
MT6575
1500mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 | |
| Speed | HSPA |
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Launch
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Announced | 2012, Q2. Released 2012, Q3 |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 11 mm (4.88 x 2.52 x 0.43 in) |
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| Weight | 130 g (4.59 oz) | |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Mini-SIM) |
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Display
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Type | TFT |
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| Size | 4.0 inches, 45.5 cm2 (~57.4% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 2.3.6 (Gingerbread) |
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| Chipset | Mediatek MT6575 (40 nm) | |
| CPU | 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9 | |
| GPU | PowerVR SGX531 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
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Main Camera
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Single | 5 MP |
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| Video | Yes |
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Selfie camera
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Single | Yes |
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| Video |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth | 2.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS, recording; FM transmitter | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
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| ??? | MP3/WAV/eAAC player MP4/H.264 player Document viewer Organizer Voice memo/dial Predictive text input |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery |
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| Stand-by | Up to 350 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 9 h 10 min |
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Misc
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Colors | Black |
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| Price | About 110 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Celkon A97 worth buying in 2026?
Celkon A97 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.2/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Celkon A97?
Celkon A97 has a 1,500 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Celkon A97 have?
Celkon A97 features a 4.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for Celkon A97?
Genze rates Celkon A97 4.2/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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