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Samsung Galaxy J4#3987

Released: 2018

Samsung Galaxy J4

Overall Score

57.3

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3987)57.3
Performance(#8531)54.3
Camera(#4234)42.4
Display(#1519)79.5
Battery(#7355)43.5
Build(#391)79.8

Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy J4

Short Review

  • The Samsung Galaxy J4 features a plastic build with a glass front, measuring 151.7 x 77.2 x 8.1 mm and weighing 175g.
  • It has a 5.5-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, offering decent color reproduction but lacking HDR support.
  • Performance is powered by the Exynos 7570 Quad chipset, with a quad-core CPU clocked at 1.4 GHz and options for 2GB or 3GB of RAM, suitable for basic tasks.
  • The rear camera is 13 MP with an f/1.9 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera serves for selfies.
  • The device is equipped with a 3000mAh battery, which does not support fast or wireless charging.
  • Running on Android 8.0 (Oreo), the software experience is straightforward but may lack some modern features.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.2, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone comes in Black, Gold, and Orchid Gray colors, providing some aesthetic choices.
  • It lacks stereo speakers but retains a headphone jack for wired audio.
  • Overall, the Galaxy J4 is a basic smartphone with essential features for everyday use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionVersions: J400F/DS (Global DS); J400G/DS

Display

Size5.5"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetExynos 7570 Quad (14 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T720 MP2
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/1.9, 28mm (wide), AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions151.7 x 77.2 x 8.1 mm (5.97 x 3.04 x 0.32 in)
Weight175 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Gold, Orchid Gray
Foldable

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
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 (Oreo)
OS VersionAndroid 8.0 (Oreo)

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes