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Samsung Galaxy J7 Nxt#3285

Released: 2017

Samsung Galaxy J7 Nxt

Overall Score

42.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3285)42.4
Performance(#4584)57.0
Camera(#5752)27.9
Display(#1677)80.4
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#463)85.3
Connectivity(#5077)44.4
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy J7 Nxt

Short Review

  • The Samsung Galaxy J7 Nxt features a plastic build with a glass front, measuring 152.4 x 78.6 x 7.6 mm and weighing 170 grams.
  • Its 5.5-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent visuals with a pixel density of approximately 267 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by the Exynos 7870 Octa chipset, paired with an octa-core CPU running at 1.6 GHz and options for 2GB or 3GB of RAM.
  • 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 for selfies.
  • The device is powered by a 3000 mAh battery, which does not support fast or wireless charging.
  • Running on Android 7.0 Nougat, it is upgradable to Android 9.0 Pie with One UI.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, and a microUSB 2.0 port, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
  • The phone is available in black and gold colors.
  • It does not feature stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack.
  • Overall, the Galaxy J7 Nxt provides a balanced experience with essential features for everyday use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionVersions: J701F/DS (India); J701M J7 Neo (LATAM); J7 Core (Philippines)Also known as Samsung Galaxy J7 Nxt Duos with dual-SIM card slots

Display

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

Performance

ChipsetExynos 7870 Octa (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T830 MP1
Memory16GB 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
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide)
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

Dimensions152.4 x 78.6 x 7.6 mm (6.00 x 3.09 x 0.30 in)
Weight170 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack, Gold
Foldable
SAR0.61 W/kg (head)

Connectivity

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), One UI
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity