Overall Score
54.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#5515)54.7
Performance(#11001)54.3
Camera(#6194)42.1
Display(#7102)67.0
Battery(#11411)43.5
Build(#797)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime features a plastic build with a glass front, measuring 144.8 x 72.1 x 8.6 mm and weighing 156 grams.
- Its 5.0-inch TFT display has a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 220 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 chipset with a quad-core CPU and 1GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- The rear camera is 8 MP with autofocus and can record 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 2600 mAh, providing sufficient power for daily use without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- It runs on Android 4.4.4 KitKat, upgradable to Lollipop, offering a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
- The device is available in White, Gray, and Gold colors, catering to different aesthetic preferences.
- Notably, it does not feature HDR support or stereo speakers.
- Overall, the Galaxy Grand Prime is a basic smartphone with essential features for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014, September 30
DescriptionVersions: G530F, G530FZ, G530Y, G530H, G530FZ/DSAlso known as Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime Duos with dual-SIM card slotsAvailable as Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime Value Edition with Spreadtrum SC7730 chipset and Android 5.0
Display
Size5"
TypeTFT
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~220 ppi density)
PPI540
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)Spreadtrum SC7730 (Value Edition)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 (Value Edition)
GPUAdreno 306Mali-400 (Value Edition)
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, f/2.4, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2600 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2600 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions144.8 x 72.1 x 8.6 mm (5.70 x 2.84 x 0.34 in)
Weight156 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsWhite, Gray, Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMSingle SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0.2/5.1.1 (Lollipop)Android 5.1 (Lollipop) - G531F
OS VersionAndroid 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0.2/5.1.1 (Lollipop)Android 5.1 (Lollipop) - G531F
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes