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Samsung Galaxy J7#3209

Released: 2015, July 16

Samsung Galaxy J7

Overall Score

59.1

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3209)59.1
Performance(#4315)60.3
Camera(#3987)42.4
Display(#1351)79.5
Battery(#6296)43.5
Build(#251)79.8

Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy J7

Short Review

  • The Samsung Galaxy J7 features a plastic build with a glass front, measuring 152.2 x 78.7 x 7.5 mm and weighing 171g.
  • It sports a 5.5-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent color reproduction but lacking HDR support.
  • Performance is powered by either the Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 or Exynos 7580 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and 1.5GB of RAM, which handles everyday tasks adequately.
  • 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 is suitable for selfies.
  • Battery capacity stands at 3000 mAh, offering standard longevity without fast or wireless charging options.
  • It runs on Android 5.1 Lollipop, upgradeable to 7.1.1 Nougat, providing a user-friendly experience.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
  • The device includes a headphone jack, which is a plus for audio enthusiasts.
  • Overall, the Galaxy J7 is a functional smartphone with basic features suitable for casual users.
  • Its design and performance reflect its mid-range positioning in the market.

Specifications

General

Release Date2015, July 16
Announced2015, June 19
DescriptionVersions: J700F (India, Thailand); J700M (LATAM); J700M/DS (Brazil); J700H with no LTE (South Africa, Pakistan, Vietnam, Philippines, Russia); J700T (T-Mobile, Metro PCS); J700P (Virgin Mobile, Boost). Also known as Samsung Galaxy J7 Duos with dual-SIM card slots

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

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm)Exynos 7580 Octa (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)Octa-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 405Mali-T720MP2
Memory16GB 1.5GB 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, 23mm (wide)
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

Dimensions152.2 x 78.7 x 7.5 mm (5.99 x 3.10 x 0.30 in)
Weight171 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsWhite, Black, Gold
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMSingle SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 MbpsHSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat)
OS VersionAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat)

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes