
Overall Score
54.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#6619)54.1
Performance(#10960)54.3
Camera(#7648)42.0
Display(#7872)64.3
Battery(#11349)43.5
Build(#792)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy J1 mini prime
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy J1 mini prime features a compact design with dimensions of 121.6 x 63.1 x 10.8 mm and a weight of 126 grams, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 4.0-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 233 ppi, but lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by a Spreadtrum SC9830 chipset, with a quad-core CPU clocked at either 1.5 GHz or 1.2 GHz, paired with 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage.
- The rear camera has a 5 MP sensor with an aperture of f/2.2, capable of recording video at 720p@30fps, while the front camera is absent.
- The battery capacity is 1500 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 5.1 or 6.0 depending on the model, the software experience is basic, lacking modern features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is available in gold, black, and white colors, but does not offer water resistance.
- Overall, the Galaxy J1 mini prime is a simple, entry-level smartphone with essential features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionVersions: J106F/DS (UAE); J106B/DS (Colombia); J106H/DS (Africa)Also known as Samsung Galaxy J1 Mini Prime (2016), Samsung Galaxy V2
Display
Size4"
TypeTFT, 256K colors
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetSpreadtrum SC9830
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz - J106F/DSQuad-core 1.2 GHz - J106B/DS, J106H/DS
GPUMali-400MP2
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsVGA
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1500 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions121.6 x 63.1 x 10.8 mm (4.79 x 2.48 x 0.43 in)
Weight126 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGold, Black, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMSingle SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop) - 3G modelAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow) - LTE model
OS VersionAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop) - 3G modelAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow) - LTE model
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes