CompTIA A+ (220-1101/1102) — Free Online Mock Test
CompTIA A+ Core 1 + Core 2. 90 questions per exam, 90 min each. Hardware, networking, mobile, OS, security, software troubleshooting. Industry entry-level credential. · Official language: English.
CompTIA A+ exam at a glance
CompTIA A+ full-length mock tests
Attempt 50 full-length CompTIA A+ mock tests, each a distinct question set built on the real 66-question, 180-minute pattern — with instant scoring and section-wise analysis. The first 3 are free.
CompTIA A+ key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | CompTIA. |
|---|---|
| Official website | comptia.org ↗ |
| Mode | Two proctored exams — Core 1 (220-1101) and Core 2 (220-1102) — each 90 minutes; you must pass both. |
| Frequency | On demand, year-round. |
| Scoring & marking | Each exam has up to 90 questions (multiple-choice and performance-based). Core 1 passes at 675/900 and Core 2 at 700/900. |
| Score validity | 3 years (renew via the Continuing Education program or a higher CompTIA certification). |
| Language | English and several other languages. |
Who is eligible for CompTIA A+?
No mandatory prerequisite; CompTIA recommends 9–12 months of hands-on IT experience. Exam codes 220-1101 and 220-1102.
Last verified July 2026 against CompTIA — A+. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
CompTIA A+ section breakdown
The CompTIA A+ 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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Core 1 — Hardware/Networking (36 Q)
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Core 2 — OS/Security/Software (30 Q)
CompTIA A+ scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: CompTIA A+ has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: A+ (pass 700/900 each).
How CompTIA A+ is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
CompTIA A+ time strategy
With 66 questions in 180 minutes, you have about 164 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- Core 1 — Hardware/Networking (36 Q)
- Core 2 — OS/Security/Software (30 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+ topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of CompTIA A+, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
Core 1 — Hardware/Networking (36 Q)
- C1 — Networking · 13
- C1 — Hardware · 12
- C1 — Virtualization · 6
- C1 — Troubleshooting · 5
Core 2 — OS/Security/Software (30 Q)
- C2 — Security · 12
- C2 — Software TS · 8
- C2 — OS · 6
- C2 — Procedures · 4
CompTIA A+ difficulty calibration
Foundation tier. Foundation-level: covers core concepts taught up to high school. Suitable for first-time test takers.
CompTIA A+ Core 1 + Core 2. 90 questions per exam, 90 min each. Hardware, networking, mobile, OS, security, software troubleshooting. Industry entry-level credential. · Official language: English.
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How Wrexa Edge prepares you for CompTIA A+
- Real test-day interface
- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
- Spaced repetition (Notebook)
- Optional proctoring
- Free to start
Expert take: what CompTIA A+ really tests
A+ is two exams (Core 1 covers hardware, networking, mobile and cloud; Core 2 covers operating systems, security, software and operations) and the industry’s entry credential for IT support. It is wide and practical — the performance-based questions and troubleshooting scenarios reward hands-on experience with real hardware and operating systems.
Preparation tips
- Remember you must pass both Core 1 and Core 2 — plan for two exams.
- Get hands-on with hardware, Windows and command-line tasks.
- Practise the troubleshooting methodology, which appears throughout.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Preparing for one core and forgetting the other must also be passed.
- Rote memorisation without hands-on troubleshooting.
CompTIA A+ 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.
- Study hardware, networking, mobile devices and cloud
- Get hands-on with real hardware and connectivity
- Take Core 1 practice tests
- Study operating systems, security, software and operational procedures
- Practise Windows, command-line and troubleshooting tasks
- Take Core 2 practice tests
- Take full mocks for both cores and the performance-based questions
- Fix weak areas across hardware and OS
- Book each core when you clear its practice
Where CompTIA A+ can take you
A strong CompTIA A+ result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- IT Support / Help Desk
- Desktop / Field Technician
- IT operations
- Path to Network+ / Security+
Best books & official prep for CompTIA A+
- CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide (Core 1 & Core 2) — Docter / Sybex
- Professor Messer’s 220-1101 & 220-1102 course — Professor Messer
- CompTIA A+ All-in-One Exam Guide — Mike Meyers
- A+ practice exams — Various
Official practice: CompTIA publishes both exams’ objectives and CertMaster on comptia.org; the performance-based questions and hardware/OS topics reward hands-on practice.
Previous-year papers: CompTIA does not release past exams; the official objectives and practice tests are the best guide.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the CompTIA A+ exam pattern?
- CompTIA A+ (220-1101/1102) contains 66 questions across 2 sections: Core 1 — Hardware/Networking (36 Q), Core 2 — OS/Security/Software (30 Q). Total duration is 180 minutes (about 164 seconds per question).
- Does CompTIA A+ have negative marking?
- No — CompTIA A+ has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is CompTIA A+ scored?
- Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. A+ (pass 700/900 each).
- How can I practise CompTIA A+ online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length CompTIA A+ mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 47 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of CompTIA A+?
- CompTIA A+ is rated Foundation difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Foundation-level: covers core concepts taught up to high school. Suitable for first-time test takers. CompTIA A+ Core 1 + Core 2. 90 questions per exam, 90 min each. Hardware, networking, mobile, OS, security, software troubleshooting. Industry entry-level credential. · Official language: English.
- How long is the CompTIA A+ exam?
- CompTIA A+ runs for 180 minutes total across 2 sections. 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+?
- CompTIA A+ is split into: Core 1 — Hardware/Networking (36 Q), Core 2 — OS/Security/Software (30 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. CompTIA A+ Core 1 + Core 2. 90 questions per exam, 90 min each. Hardware, networking, mobile, OS, security, software troubleshooting. Industry entry-level credential. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during CompTIA A+?
- 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+ test adaptive?
- No — CompTIA A+ is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many CompTIA A+ mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct CompTIA A+ variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 3 free for everyone and 47 more with Pro. That's 3300 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free CompTIA A+ test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge CompTIA A+ test series for 2026 gives you 3 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+ previous year question–style papers included?
- Every CompTIA A+ mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 66-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free CompTIA A+ mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's CompTIA A+ 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+ mock test on mobile?
- Yes. CompTIA A+ 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+ syllabus?
- The CompTIA A+ syllabus maps to its 2 sections: Core 1 — Hardware/Networking (36 Q), Core 2 — OS/Security/Software (30 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+?
- No mandatory prerequisite; CompTIA recommends 9–12 months of hands-on IT experience. Exam codes 220-1101 and 220-1102. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic CompTIA A+ practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the CompTIA A+ exam and how should I prepare?
- Official CompTIA A+ 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 3 free CompTIA A+ mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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