Itel A16 is a budget-friendly smartphone that offers basic features suitable for users who need a simple and reliable device for everyday tasks. Released in December 2018, this phone is a part of Itel’s affordable range of smartphones. It runs on Android 8.1 Oreo (Go Edition) and is designed to provide a decent smartphone experience without breaking the bank.
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Itel A16 is priced at BDT 4490, making it an extremely affordable option for budget-conscious consumers. It features a 5-inch IPS LCD display, a 5 MP rear camera, and a 2 MP front camera. The device is powered by a Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 processor and comes with 512 MB of RAM and 8 GB of internal storage, expandable up to 32 GB via microSD card. It also includes a removable 2050 mAh battery.
Display
Itel A16 boasts a 5-inch IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels. This translates to a pixel density of approximately 219 PPI. The screen-to-body ratio is about 73.2%, providing a reasonably immersive viewing experience for a phone in this price range. The display is also protected by scratch-resistant glass, adding a layer of durability.
Camera
For photography, Itel A16 is equipped with a 5 MP primary camera with an f/2.0 aperture. It includes features like LED flash, HDR, and panorama. The video recording capability is 720p at 30fps. On the front, it has a 2 MP camera for basic selfies and video calls.
Connectivity
In terms of connectivity, Itel A16 supports GSM and HSPA networks. It includes Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, LE, and GPS with A-GPS. However, it lacks NFC capabilities. For wired connections, it has a micro USB 2.0 port and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Performance
Itel A16 is powered by a MediaTek MT6580 chipset and a Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU, paired with a Mali-400MP2 GPU. This setup, along with 512 MB of RAM, is sufficient for basic tasks like calling, texting, and light app usage. The phone runs on Android 8.1 Oreo (Go Edition), which is optimized for lower-end hardware.
Body
The phone has a body dimension of 136.7 x 68 x 8.3 mm and weighs around 123 g. It has a plastic build and supports Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by). Itel A16 is available in Phantom Black and Champagne Gold colors.
Storage
Itel A16 comes with 8 GB of internal storage, which can be expanded up to 32 GB via a microSD card. This should be adequate for storing essential apps, photos, and some multimedia files.
Battery
The device is powered by a removable Li-Ion 2050 mAh battery. It offers a standby time of up to 700 hours, a talk time of up to 39 hours, and a music playtime of up to 55 hours, which is quite impressive for a phone in this segment.
Itel A16 is a basic yet functional smartphone that caters to the needs of users looking for an affordable device for essential daily tasks.
