Karbonn A27 Retina
$70
Overview
Karbonn A27 Retina is a budget Android smartphone released in 2013 with a 4.3-inch IPS LCD, powerful processor chipset, 8 main camera, and 1800 mAh battery.
Priced at $70, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Karbonn A27 Retina
The display of Karbonn A27 Retina measures 4.3 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 300 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 540x960 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Karbonn A27 Retina features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Karbonn A27 Retina has 1800mAh capacity with 5.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The memory of Karbonn A27 Retina offers 2GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses DDR3 technology. Storage is 4GB 512MB RAM.
The connectivity of Karbonn A27 Retina includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth Yes.
The build of Karbonn A27 Retina weighs 126.5g with Plastic frame and glossy-plastic back. Dimensions measure 133.6 x 66 x 9.1 mm.
The software of Karbonn A27 Retina runs Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) with Stock Android.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karbonn A27 Retina
Karbonn A27 Retina has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, Karbonn A27 Retina supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Karbonn A27 Retina has a 1800mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Karbonn A27 Retina at $70 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Karbonn A27 Retina supports 5.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Karbonn A27 Retina is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Karbonn A27 Retina has a 4.3-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 300 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Karbonn A27 Retina 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
4.3"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| 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 |
Launch
| Announced | 2013 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $180 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 133.6 x 66 x 9.1 mm |
| Weight (g) | 126.5 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | glossy-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 | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 4.3 |
| Resolution (px) | 540x960 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:2 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 179 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 57.8 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 300 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| 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 4.1 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | N/A |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.2 GHz |
| GPU | N/A |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | hsupa |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 150 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 300 |
| AnTuTu Score | 10000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | DDR3 |
| Storage | 4GB |
| Storage Type | 4GB 512MB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.2 |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.8, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| 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 | h264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | Digital |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5 |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | basic |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | Basic |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | N/A |
| 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) | 1800 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5.0 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5w-charger |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
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 | 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!