CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) — Free Online Mock Test
A+ Core 1 · max 90 Q in 90m. Mobile devices, networking, hardware, virtualization & cloud, and hardware/network troubleshooting. · Official language: English.
CompTIA A+ Core 1 exam at a glance
CompTIA A+ Core 1 key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | CompTIA (delivered via Pearson VUE) |
|---|---|
| Official website | comptia.org ↗ |
| Mode | CompTIA A+ Core 1 — the first of the two exams that together earn the CompTIA A+ certification, the industry-standard entry-level IT support credential. Both Core 1 and Core 2 (of the same version — the current release is the V15 series, exams 220-1201 and 220-1202) must be passed. Core 1 covers mobile devices, networking, hardware, virtualization & cloud, and hardware/network troubleshooting. |
| Frequency | Offered year-round by appointment (test centre or online proctored). |
| Scoring & marking | The exam has a maximum of 90 questions — multiple-choice plus performance-based (hands-on simulation) items — in 90 minutes, scored on a scale of 100–900 with a passing score of 675. |
| Score validity | CompTIA A+ is valid for 3 years and renewed through CompTIA’s Continuing Education (CE) program. |
| Language | English, German and Japanese (current version). |
Who is eligible for CompTIA A+ Core 1?
No formal prerequisites; CompTIA recommends about 12 months of hands-on IT-support experience.
Last verified July 2026 against CompTIA — A+ Core 1. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
CompTIA A+ Core 1 section breakdown
The CompTIA A+ Core 1 mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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CompTIA A+ Core 1 (60 Q)
CompTIA A+ Core 1 scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: CompTIA A+ Core 1 has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: CompTIA A+ Core 1 (pass 700/1000).
How CompTIA A+ Core 1 is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
CompTIA A+ Core 1 time strategy
With 60 questions in 90 minutes, you have about 90 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- CompTIA A+ Core 1 (60 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
CompTIA A+ Core 1 topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of CompTIA A+ Core 1, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
CompTIA A+ Core 1 (60 Q)
- C1 — Networking · 13
- C1 — Hardware · 12
- Net+ — Protocols · 12
- C1 — Virtualization · 5
- Net+ — Wireless · 3
- Net+ — WAN · 2
- Net+ — OSI · 2
- Net+ — Devices · 2
CompTIA A+ Core 1 difficulty calibration
Foundation tier. Foundation-level: covers core concepts taught up to high school. Suitable for first-time test takers.
A+ Core 1 · max 90 Q in 90m. Mobile devices, networking, hardware, virtualization & cloud, and hardware/network troubleshooting. · Official language: English.
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Expert take: what CompTIA A+ Core 1 really tests
CompTIA A+ Core 1 is the first of the two exams that together earn the CompTIA A+ certification, the industry-standard entry-level IT-support credential. It has a maximum of 90 questions — multiple-choice plus performance-based (simulation) items — in 90 minutes, scored on a 100–900 scale with a passing score of 675, covering mobile devices, networking, hardware, virtualization & cloud and troubleshooting. The certification (both cores of the same version) is valid for three years. The current release is the V15 series (220-1201).
Preparation tips
- Practise performance-based simulation questions, not just multiple-choice.
- You need both Core 1 and Core 2 (same version) for the A+ certification.
- Aim above the 675 passing score on the 100–900 scale.
⚠️ Common mistakes to avoid
- Mixing exam versions across the two cores — they must match.
- Skipping hands-on labs, which the performance-based items reward.
CompTIA A+ Core 1 study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- Max 90 questions incl. performance-based, 90 minutes
- Scaled 100–900, pass 675
- You also need Core 2 for the A+ certification
- Mobile devices and networking
- Hardware and cabling
- Virtualization, cloud and hardware/network troubleshooting
- Performance-based simulation practice
- Full-length timed mocks
- Aim above the 675 passing score
Where CompTIA A+ Core 1 can take you
A strong CompTIA A+ Core 1 result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Entry-level IT support
- Two exams for A+
Best books & official prep for CompTIA A+ Core 1
- CompTIA A+ Core 1 study guides — Various
- A+ Core 1 practice tests — Various
Official practice: Prepare from the official CompTIA A+ objectives on comptia.org; you must pass both Core 1 and Core 2 (same version) for the A+ certification — target the 675 passing score.
Previous-year papers: CompTIA publishes exam objectives and sample questions; commercial practice tests are widely used.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the CompTIA A+ Core 1 exam pattern?
- CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) contains 60 questions across 1 section: CompTIA A+ Core 1 (60 Q). Total duration is 90 minutes (about 90 seconds per question).
- Does CompTIA A+ Core 1 have negative marking?
- No — CompTIA A+ Core 1 has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is CompTIA A+ Core 1 scored?
- Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. CompTIA A+ Core 1 (pass 700/1000).
- How can I practise CompTIA A+ Core 1 online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length CompTIA A+ Core 1 mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of CompTIA A+ Core 1?
- CompTIA A+ Core 1 is rated Foundation difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Foundation-level: covers core concepts taught up to high school. Suitable for first-time test takers. A+ Core 1 · max 90 Q in 90m. Mobile devices, networking, hardware, virtualization & cloud, and hardware/network troubleshooting. · Official language: English.
- How long is the CompTIA A+ Core 1 exam?
- CompTIA A+ Core 1 runs for 90 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in CompTIA A+ Core 1?
- CompTIA A+ Core 1 is split into: CompTIA A+ Core 1 (60 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. A+ Core 1 · max 90 Q in 90m. Mobile devices, networking, hardware, virtualization & cloud, and hardware/network troubleshooting. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during CompTIA A+ Core 1?
- No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
- Is the CompTIA A+ Core 1 test adaptive?
- No — CompTIA A+ Core 1 is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many CompTIA A+ Core 1 mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct CompTIA A+ Core 1 variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 3000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free CompTIA A+ Core 1 test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge CompTIA A+ Core 1 test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are CompTIA A+ Core 1 previous year question–style papers included?
- Every CompTIA A+ Core 1 mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 60-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free CompTIA A+ Core 1 mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's CompTIA A+ Core 1 mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the CompTIA A+ Core 1 mock test on mobile?
- Yes. CompTIA A+ Core 1 mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the CompTIA A+ Core 1 syllabus?
- The CompTIA A+ Core 1 syllabus maps to its 1 section: CompTIA A+ Core 1 (60 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for CompTIA A+ Core 1?
- Eligibility for CompTIA A+ Core 1 — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic CompTIA A+ Core 1 practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the CompTIA A+ Core 1 exam and how should I prepare?
- Official CompTIA A+ Core 1 exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free CompTIA A+ Core 1 mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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