Overall Score
56.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#4519)56.4
Performance(#4867)60.3
Camera(#6211)42.1
Display(#6524)67.5
Battery(#11592)43.5
Build(#1640)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy J7 (2018)
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy J7 (2018) features a plastic build with a glass front protected by Gorilla Glass 5, measuring 153.2 x 76.2 x 8.6 mm and weighing 181g.
- Its 5.5-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels with a pixel density of approximately 267 ppi, but lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by the Exynos 7870 Octa chipset, an octa-core 1.6 GHz CPU, and 2GB of RAM, which provides adequate multitasking capabilities.
- The rear camera includes an 8 MP or 13 MP option with autofocus, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The 3300 mAh battery supports basic usage but does not offer fast or wireless charging.
- Running on Android 8.0 (Oreo) with an upgrade option to Android 9.0 (Pie) and One UI, the software experience is user-friendly.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1/4.2, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is equipped with a microUSB 2.0 port and retains a headphone jack.
- Overall, the Galaxy J7 (2018) provides essential features without advanced specifications.
- It is available in Black, Blue, and Gold color options.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionVersions: Galaxy J7 V SM-J737V (Verizon); Galaxy J7 Star SM-J737T (T-Mobile/Metro PCS), SM-J737A (AT&T); Galaxy J7 Refine 2018 SM-J737P (Sprint, Virgin Mobile, Boost Mobile), SM-J737U (USA unlocked)
Display
Size5.5"
TypeTFT
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetExynos 7870 Octa (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T830 MP1
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, AF or 13 MP, f/1.7, AF (operator dependent)
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP / 13 MP, f/1.7 (operator dependent)
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3300 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions153.2 x 76.2 x 8.6 mm (6.03 x 3.00 x 0.34 in)
Weight181 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Blue, Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.1/4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), One UI
OS VersionAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), One UI
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes