Overall Score
57.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#4151)57.1
Performance(#10732)54.3
Camera(#7585)42.0
Display(#2143)79.0
Battery(#10915)43.5
Build(#740)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy J2
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy J2 features a compact design with dimensions of 136.5 x 69 x 8.4 mm and a weight of 129 grams, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 4.7-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, providing decent visuals with a pixel density of approximately 234 ppi.
- Performance is powered by the Exynos 3475 Quad chipset, featuring a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and 1GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- The camera system includes a 5 MP rear camera with autofocus and 720p video recording, while the 2 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 2000 mAh, which supports basic usage but lacks fast or wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), the software experience is relatively dated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is available in white, black, and gold colors, adding some aesthetic variety.
- Overall, the Galaxy J2 is a straightforward smartphone that meets essential needs without advanced features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2015, September 11
DescriptionVersions: J200F (UAE, Turkey); J200Y (New Zealand, Taiwan); J200G (India, Indonesia); J200H with no LTE (South Africa, Kazakhstan); J200GU (Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand)Also known as Samsung Galaxy J2 Duos with dual-SIM card slots
Display
Size4.7"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~234 ppi density)
PPI540
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetExynos 3475 Quad (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-T720
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions136.5 x 69 x 8.4 mm (5.37 x 2.72 x 0.33 in)
Weight129 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsWhite, Black, Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMSingle SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes