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Samsung Galaxy J4#3220

Released: 2018

Samsung Galaxy J4

Overall Score

42.9

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3220)42.9
Performance(#4913)54.0
Camera(#5752)27.9
Display(#1677)80.4
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#557)82.7
Connectivity(#4567)47.7
Audio(#1963)8.9

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
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, f/1.9, 28mm (wide), AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera FeaturesLED flash
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

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

Build & Safety

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
ColorsBlack, Gold, Orchid Gray
Foldable
SAR0.36 W/kg (head)     1.49 W/kg (body)

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 (Oreo)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity