Nokia 3
#4297
Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2016)
#3936Category Breakdown
Nokia 3
Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2016)
Performance
51.343.7
Camera
15.415.4
Display
56.580.4
Battery
22.622.4
Build
74.485.3
Connectivity
55.449.6
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
34.737.5
Summary
- The Nokia 3 features a more premium build with an aluminum frame and Gorilla Glass 3, while the Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2016) has a plastic frame, making the Nokia feel sturdier.
- Both devices have a 5.0-inch display with the same resolution, but the J2 Pro utilizes Super AMOLED technology, offering better color contrast and deeper blacks compared to the IPS LCD of the Nokia.
- In terms of performance, the J2 Pro has a slightly faster CPU, but both share the same RAM and storage configurations.
- Camera specifications are similar, with both offering 8 MP rear cameras, though the J2 Pro has a lower-resolution 5 MP front camera compared to the 8 MP on the Nokia.
- Battery capacities are close, with the Nokia at 2630 mAh and the J2 Pro at 2600 mAh, both lacking fast charging.
- The Nokia runs a newer version of Android (7.0 Nougat) compared to the J2 Pro's Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow, providing a more updated software experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Nokia 3
Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2016)
General
Release Date
2017, June 17
2016
Announced
2017, February 24
2016
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
5"
5"
Type
IPS LCD
Super AMOLED
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6737 (28 nm)
Spreadtrum SC8830
CPU
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Mali-T720MP1
Mali-400MP2
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP, f/2.0, 1.12µm, AF
8 MP, f/2.2, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
8 MP, f/2.0, AF
5 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
720p
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2630 mAh
2600 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2630 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 2600 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
143.4 x 71.4 x 8.5 mm (5.65 x 2.81 x 0.33 in)
142.4 x 71.1 x 8 mm (5.61 x 2.80 x 0.31 in)
Weight
140 g
138 g
Materials
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, aluminum frame
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Silver White, Matte Black, Tempered Blue, Copper White
Silver, Black, Gold
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.78 W/kg (head)
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP, LE
4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity