Karbonn announced the launch of the Aura smartphone in 2016. The manufacturer is offering the Karbonn Aura phone with 5 inches display, Spreadtrum SC7731G chipset, 512 MB of RAM and 8 GB of internal storage.
The Karbonn Aura comes with Android OS v4.4 (KitKat) out of the box, and a Li-Po 2000 mAh, non-removable battery. The 5 inches phone comes with a high resolution IPS display (480 x 854 px).
Karbonn Aura specifications
| Brand | Karbonn |
|---|---|
| Name | Aura |
| Model | AURA |
| Release date | 2016 |
Body
The weight of Karbonn Aura is about 5.64 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Karbonn phone are average (5.67 x 2.83 x 0.38 inches).
| Weight | 5.64 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.67 x 2.83 x 0.38 inches |
| Colors | gold, silver |
| SIM type | Mini SIM |
System
The Karbonn Aura comes with Android OS v4.4 (KitKat) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software. We use AnTuTu app to measure general processing performance. AnTuTu Benchmark is the most popular benchmark app for Android phones.
| OS version | Android OS v4.4 (KitKat) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Spreadtrum SC7731G |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400 MP2 |
| Performance | AnTuTu v9: 22394 |
Display
The size of Aura screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5 inches phone comes with IPS display. The IPS display provides enhanced features, such as optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, invariable color reproduction and better power consumption. The 5 inches IPS display of Karbonn Aura with 480 x 854 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | IPS |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 5 inches |
| Resolution | 480 x 854 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of Karbonn Aura (512 MB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (8 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.
| RAM | 512 MB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 8 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
Camera
The camera of the Aura is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus.
| Selfie camera | 2 MP |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 5 MP, 2560 x 1920 px, autofocus |
| Flash | LED |
Connectivity
This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The Aura phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.
| GSM 2G bands | 900 / 1800 |
|---|---|
| Network coverage | 2G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | v4.0, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS |
| NFC | no |
| FM radio | yes |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Battery
The Li-Po 2000 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of Aura isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
| Type | Li-Po 2000 mAh, non-removable |
|---|
Features
Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. This Karbonn phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Dual SIM capability of Karbonn Aura phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone doesn't support fast charging technology.
| Sensors | accelerometer, proximity |
|---|---|
| Specials | Dual SIM |
The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Karbonn Aura, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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