Celkon A90
$50
Overview
Celkon A90 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2012 with a 4-inch TFT, Unisoc T7100 chipset, 5 main camera, and 1420 mAh battery.
Priced at $50, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Celkon A90
The display of Celkon A90 measures 4 inches with TFT technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 480 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 480x800 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Celkon A90 features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Celkon A90 has 1420mAh capacity with 15 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 33 min minutes.
The performance of Celkon A90 is powered by the Unisoc T7100 chipset with PowerVR GE8322 650MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 150 single-core and 450 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 155425.
The memory of Celkon A90 offers 4GB RAM. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is eMMC.
The connectivity of Celkon A90 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot, and Bluetooth 2.0.
The build of Celkon A90 weighs 187g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP54. Dimensions measure 128 x 66 x 11.5 mm.
The software of Celkon A90 runs Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread) with Android Go. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Celkon A90
Celkon A90 has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Celkon A90 with Unisoc T7100 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Celkon A90 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Celkon A90 has IP54 protection against dust and water.
Celkon A90 has a 1420mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Celkon A90 at $50 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Celkon A90 supports 15 wired charging with full charge in approximately 33 min minutes.
Celkon A90 has a 4-inch TFT with 90Hz refresh rate and 480 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Celkon A90 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
4"
Main Camera
5
Chipset
Unisoc T7100
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 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 | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $86.46 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 128 x 66 x 11.5 mm |
| Weight (g) | 187 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Starlit Black", "Space Titanium", "Aurora Blue", "Cosmic Green"] |
| IP Rating | IP54 |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 4 |
| Resolution (px) | 480x800 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 180:403 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 267 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 81 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 480 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| 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 2.3.5 (Gingerbread) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Unisoc T7100 |
| CPU | Octa-Core, 2x Cortex A75 1.8GHz + 6x Cortex A55 1.6GHz |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8322 650MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | HSPA |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 150 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 450 |
| AnTuTu Score | 155425 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| 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 | software |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | Unknow, 30mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12 um |
| 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.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | Software |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | MP3, AAC |
| DAC/Amp | Integrated |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 2.0 |
| NFC | N/A |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS |
| 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) | 1420 |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 15 |
| Wired Standard | microUSB |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 33 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5V/1A |
| Battery Health Features |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Android Go |
| 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 | 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!