Overall Score
35.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#4238)35.2
Performance(#6799)39.7
Camera(#8603)15.4
Display(#1677)80.4
Battery(#5296)22.4
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#4707)46.8
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) features a compact design with dimensions of 142.4 x 71.1 x 8 mm and a weight of 138g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 5.0-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Spreadtrum SC8830 chipset, a quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU, and 1.5GB of RAM, which may struggle with multitasking.
- The rear camera boasts an 8 MP sensor with f/2.2 aperture, capable of recording 720p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
- The 2600mAh battery supports standard charging and lacks wireless capabilities, which may limit convenience.
- Running on Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), the software experience is basic and lacks updates.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is available in Silver, Black, and Gold colors, but lacks water resistance.
- Overall, the Galaxy J2 (2016) is a simple, entry-level smartphone with essential features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetSpreadtrum SC8830
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400MP2
Memory8GB 1.5GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, f/2.2, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2600 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2600 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions142.4 x 71.1 x 8 mm (5.61 x 2.80 x 0.31 in)
Weight138 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsSilver, Black, Gold
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMDual 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
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity