itel A23: Specs, Price

MTN itel A23 Specs

Mobile Wireless Network and Software 

• 2G mobile network bands: GSM, GPRS, EDGE 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz.
• 3G mobile network bands: UMTS, WCDMA, HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 MHz
• 4G mobile network bands: LTE.
• 5G mobile network bands: No.
• SIM Type: Nano-SIM, Dual SIM
• Software / OS: Android 10 (Go Edition)

Design, Form Factor, Appearance

• Dimensions: 160 x 77.25 x 9.3 mm
• Weight: g
• Display: 5.0 inches, 480 x 854 pixels, 18:9 aspect ratio, IPS LCD screen
• Colours: Gold. Black.
• Physical Build: Plastic

Internal Hardware Specs

• Processor Type: 64-bit, 1.4 GHz Quad-core, Cortex-A7
• Processor Name: Mediatek MT6580M
• Graphics Processor: ARM Mali-400 MP
• RAM: 1 GB
• Internal Storage: 8 GB
• External Storage: microSD, up to 32 GB (dedicated slot)

Photography, Video Recording

• Main Camera: 5 MP sensor, auto-focus, LED flash, video recording
• Front Camera: 5 MP, fixed focus, video capture

Audio, Video Playback

• Music Support: PCM, AAC / AAC + / eAAC + / MP3 / AMR – NB / WB / APE
• Audio: 3.5 mm audio jack
• Loudspeaker: Mono speaker
• Video Support: H.264/MP4/MPEG4 player
• FM Radio: Yes.

Phone Sensors

• Digital Compass: No.
• Accelerometer: Yes.
• Proximity Sensor: No.
• Ambient Light Sensor: No.
• Barometer: No.
• Pedometer: No.
• Heart Rate Monitor: No.
• Gyroscope (G-Sensor): No.
• Fingerprint Scanner: No.
• Face Unlock: Yes.
• Iris Scanner: No.
• Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: No.
• Voice Control: No.
• Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes; Google Assistant.
• Infra-red Sensor: No.

Connectivity Options

• Bluetooth: v4.2, A2DP
• WiFi: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
• GPS: Yes, A-GPS
• USB: microUSB v2.0.
• NFC: No.

Miscellaneous Specs and Features

• Battery Type and Capacity: Removable Lithium-Ion 2050 mAh
• Battery Charging: 5W standard charging
• Wireless Charging: No.
• Reverse Charging: No.
• Model Version/Number:

MTN itel A23 Price, Launch/Release Date

• Announced: March 2021, in Nigeria.
• Release Date: March 2021
• Price in Nigeria: ₦21,999.

Questions and Answers about MTN itel A23

Here are answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about the MTN itel A23.

Is MTN itel A23 a 4G phone?

Yes; the A23 is an entry-level 4G LTE phone designed to be highly affordable.

Does itel A23 have a fingerprint scanner?

No; the A23 does not have a fingerprint reader.

Does itel A23 have Gorilla Glass?

No; the A23 does not have Gorilla Glass protection on its screen.

Does itel A23 have quick charging?

No; the A23 does not have quick charging technology.

Does itel A23 have Google Play Store, Apps, and Services?

itel A23 supports Google Services and software applications, including Play Store and Maps, Gmail, YouTube, and others.

Will itel A23 work in USA?

itel A23 will work on GSM US carriers, like AT&T and T-Mobile, or their resellers (MetroPCS etc.) or MVNOs (Virgin Mobile, LycaMobile etc.). It is incompatible with CDMA carriers like Verizon, US Cellular, etc.

As always, we recommend that you make enquiries from your carrier to know what bands/frequencies are supported on them.

Where can you buy itel A23?

The A23 is available as an MTN-branded device from MTN stores, offline and online, in Nigeria.

You might also be able to buy this phone on a credit/instalment/loan service from any one of several retailers or service providers in Nigeria. These include QuickCheck, and Carbon Zero, among others.

If available through Jumia, you can get Jumia Protect (device insurance) for it as well for a small fee. If buying elsewhere, ask if insurance is available, as other retailers also offer an insurance cover for a small premium.

MobilityArena Buyer’s Guide Verdict

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Author: InfoDesk

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