Overall Score
38.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#3856)38.0
Performance(#4102)61.4
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#4231)26.1
Build(#621)82.1
Connectivity(#3527)54.3
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy J7 V
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy J7 V features a plastic build with a glass front, measuring 151.4 x 76.2 x 8.6 mm and weighing 167.3g.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display has a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 267 ppi, but lacks HDR support.
- Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset, it offers decent performance with an octa-core 2.2 GHz CPU and Adreno 506 GPU, complemented by 2GB of RAM.
- The rear camera has an 8 MP sensor capable of 1080p video recording, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
- The battery capacity is 3300 mAh, supporting standard charging without wireless options.
- Running on Android 7.0.1 Nougat, the software experience is basic but functional.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2, though it lacks 5G and NFC capabilities.
- The device does not feature stereo speakers but retains a headphone jack for audio.
- Overall, the Galaxy J7 V is a straightforward smartphone with essential features for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionVersions: Galaxy J7 V J727V (Verizon); Galaxy J7 Perx J727P (Sprint, Boost, Virgin Mobile); Galaxy Halo J727AZ (Cricket); Galaxy J7 Prime SM-J727T (T-Mobile)
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3300 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions151.4 x 76.2 x 8.6 mm (5.96 x 3.00 x 0.34 in)
Weight167.3 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsGray (Verizon), Black (Sprint)
Foldable✗
SAR1.24 W/kg (head) 1.58 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 7.0.1 (Nougat)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass