Karbonn A11
$50
Overview
Karbonn A11 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2012 with a 4-inch TFT, Snapdragon 665 chipset, 5 main camera, and 1500 mAh battery.
Priced at $50, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Karbonn A11
The display of Karbonn A11 measures 4 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 300 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 480x800 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Karbonn A11 features 1 rear cameras: 5 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Karbonn A11 has 1500mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Karbonn A11 is powered by the Snapdragon 665 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 610 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 310 single-core and 1350 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 172202.
The memory of Karbonn A11 offers 6GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is UFS Storage 2.1.
The connectivity of Karbonn A11 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Karbonn A11 weighs 195g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 163.6 x 75.6 x 9.1 mm.
The software of Karbonn A11 runs Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich) with ColorOS. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karbonn A11
Karbonn A11 has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Karbonn A11 with Snapdragon 665 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Karbonn A11 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Karbonn A11 has a 1500mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Karbonn A11 at $50 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Karbonn A11 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Karbonn A11 is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Karbonn A11 has a 4-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 300 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Karbonn A11 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
Snapdragon 665
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 | 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 | $176.46 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 163.6 x 75.6 x 9.1 mm |
| Weight (g) | 195 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | 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 | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 4 |
| Resolution (px) | 480x800 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 270 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 82 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 300 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| 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 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 665 |
| CPU | Octa-Core 4x Kryo 260 2.0 GHz + 4x Kryo 260 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 610 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | snapdragon-665-integrated |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 310 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 1350 |
| AnTuTu Score | 172202 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 6GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 4GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 2.1 |
| 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 | 1/4 inch |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8 um |
| Ultrawide | 8MP |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 2.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 1.3 |
| Sensor Size | Samsung S5K3P8 |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| 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 |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB On-The-Go (OTG) |
| 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) | 1500 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 90 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich) |
| 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 | 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!