Overall Score
33.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#4453)33.4
Performance(#4922)53.9
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#6792)42.1
Battery(#5685)21.2
Build(#177)93.2
Connectivity(#3948)51.7
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime features a compact design with dimensions of 142.8 x 69.5 x 8.1 mm and a weight of 143g, utilizing a glass front with Gorilla Glass and an aluminum/plastic back.
- Its 5.0-inch PLS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is powered by the Exynos 7570 Quad chipset, with a quad-core CPU clocked at 1.4 GHz and 2GB of RAM, suitable for everyday tasks.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera with an f/1.9 aperture capable of recording 1080p video, while the 5 MP front camera serves basic selfie needs.
- Battery capacity stands at 2400 mAh, supporting standard charging without wireless options.
- The device runs on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow, upgradeable to Android 8.0 Oreo, offering a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, and microUSB 2.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The phone is available in Black and Gold colors, adding to its aesthetic appeal.
- Special features include a headphone jack and OTG support.
- Overall, the Galaxy J5 Prime is a practical device for users seeking essential smartphone functionality.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016, September 19
DescriptionAlso known as Samsung Galaxy On5 (2016)Versions: G570, G570F/DS (EMEA); G570Y (Australia)
Display
Size5"
TypePLS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass (market dependent)
Performance
ChipsetExynos 7570 Quad (14 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T720 MP2
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB 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 FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2400 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2400 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions142.8 x 69.5 x 8.1 mm (5.62 x 2.74 x 0.32 in)
Weight143 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass), aluminum/plastic back, aluminum frame
ColorsBlack, Gold
Foldable✗
SAR0.71 W/kg (head)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
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, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS/ BDS (region dependent)
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, proximity