Siemens A31
$199
Overview
Siemens A31 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2005 with a 6.5-inch IPS LCD, MediaTek Helio P35 MT6765 chipset, 12 main camera, and 820 mAh battery.
Priced at $199, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Siemens A31
The display of Siemens A31 measures 6.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 480 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 128x128 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Siemens A31 features 3 rear cameras: 12 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Siemens A31 has 820mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Siemens A31 is powered by the MediaTek Helio P35 MT6765 chipset with PowerVR GE8320 650MHz GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 86352.
The memory of Siemens A31 offers 6GB RAM. RAM uses 4 GB RAM technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Siemens A31 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi No, and Bluetooth No.
The build of Siemens A31 weighs 180g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Water and dust resistance is rated No. Dimensions measure 102 x 46 x 17.6 mm.
The software of Siemens A31 runs Android 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6.1.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Siemens A31
Siemens A31 has a 12 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Siemens A31 with MediaTek Helio P35 MT6765 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Yes, Siemens A31 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Siemens A31 has No protection against dust and water.
Siemens A31 has a 820mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Siemens A31 at $199 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Siemens A31 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Siemens A31 has a 6.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 480 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Siemens A31 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
6.5"
Main Camera
12
Chipset
MediaTek Helio P35 MT6765
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 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 | 2005 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $199 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 102 x 46 x 17.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | 180 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Anthracite", "Ruby Red"] |
| IP Rating | |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 6.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 128x128 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) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 480 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6.1 |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio P35 MT6765 |
| CPU | 4x Cortex A53 2.3 GHz + 4x Cortex A53 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 650MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | mt6765 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 86352 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 6GB |
| RAM Type | 4 GB RAM |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 3 |
| Main Sensor | 12 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.86" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 3.5mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 1 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 2.0 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 | 8 |
| Sensor Size | CMOS |
| 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 Features | |
| Bluetooth | |
| NFC | N/A |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| 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 | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 820 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | 10W |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | 500 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), ColorOS 6.1 |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, 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!