Overall Score
55.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#4998)55.7
Performance(#4839)60.3
Camera(#7622)42.0
Display(#6491)67.5
Battery(#11171)43.5
Build(#9299)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy J3 Emerge
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy J3 Emerge features a compact design with dimensions of 140.9 x 70.1 x 8.7 mm and a weight of 147g, available in silver and black.
- Its 5.0-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is powered by either a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 or 425 chipset, with an octa-core or quad-core CPU, and 1.5GB of RAM, suitable for basic tasks.
- The rear camera is 5 MP with an f/1.9 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video, while the 2 MP front camera is adequate for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 2600 mAh, supporting standard charging without wireless options.
- Running on Android 6.0.1 or 7.0, it offers a straightforward user experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and microUSB 2.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The device does not feature HDR, stereo speakers, or water resistance.
- Overall, it is a basic smartphone with essential features for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionVersions: Galaxy J3 Emerge J327P (Sprint); Galaxy J3 Eclipse J327V (Verizon); Galaxy J3 Prime J327T (T-Mobile); Galaxy Express Prime 2 J327A (AT&T); Galaxy Amp Prime 2 J327A (Cricket)
Display
Size5"
TypeTFT
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm) - SprintQualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm) - BoostMobile, Cricket, T-Mobile
CPUOcta-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 - SprintQuad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 - BoostMobile, Cricket, T-Mobile
GPUAdreno 505 - SprintAdreno 308 - BoostMobile, Cricket, T-Mobile
Memory16GB 1.5GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, f/1.9, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording1080p@30fps (J3 Emerge, J3 Eclipse, Galaxy J3 Prime); 720p@30fps (Amp Prime 2)
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2600 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2600 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions140.9 x 70.1 x 8.7 mm (5.55 x 2.76 x 0.34 in)
Weight147 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSilver, Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)Android 7.0 (Nougat) - Amp Prime 2
OS VersionAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)Android 7.0 (Nougat) - Amp Prime 2
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes