Samsung Galaxy A2 Core
#4470
Samsung Galaxy J7 Max
#3669Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy A2 Core
Samsung Galaxy J7 Max
Performance
52.868.8
Camera
19.127.9
Display
40.746.9
Battery
22.426.1
Build
67.990.2
Connectivity
51.152.3
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
33.339.3
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy A2 Core features a compact 5.0-inch PLS LCD display with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, while the Galaxy J7 Max offers a larger 5.7-inch PLS display with a higher resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, resulting in better pixel density and clarity.
- In terms of performance, the A2 Core is powered by the Exynos 7870 Octa chipset with 1GB of RAM, whereas the J7 Max utilizes the Mediatek Helio P20 chipset with 4GB of RAM, providing superior multitasking capabilities.
- The camera on the A2 Core is a 5 MP rear shooter, compared to the J7 Max's 13 MP rear camera, which also enhances photographic quality.
- Battery capacity is another differentiator, with the A2 Core housing a 2600 mAh battery, while the J7 Max has a larger 3300 mAh battery for extended usage.
- Both devices run Android, but the A2 Core operates on the Go edition of Android 8.0, while the J7 Max initially comes with Android 7.0, upgradable to 8.0.
- Build quality also varies, with the A2 Core being lighter and made of plastic, while the J7 Max features a more premium aluminum frame.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy A2 Core
Samsung Galaxy J7 Max
General
Release Date
2019
2017
Announced
2019
2017
Description
Versions: SM-A260F/DS (Global); SM-A260G/DS
Versions: SM-G615F/DS (India)Also known as Samsung Galaxy On Max without smart glow ring
Display
Size
5"
5.7"
Type
PLS LCD
PLS
Resolution
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~220 ppi density)
1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~386 ppi density)
PPI
540
1080
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Exynos 7870 Octa (14 nm)
Mediatek MT6757 Helio P20 (16 nm)
CPU
Octa-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53
Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.65 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU
Mali-T830 MP1
Mali-T880MP2
Memory
8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 1GB RAM
32GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, f/1.9, AF
13 MP, f/1.7, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR
LED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera
5 MP, f/2.2
13 MP, f/1.9, 1/3.1", 1.12µm
Front Camera Features
N/A
LED flash
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2600 mAh
3300 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2600 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 3300 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
141.6 x 71 x 9.1 mm (5.57 x 2.80 x 0.36 in)
156.7 x 78.8 x 8.1 mm (6.17 x 3.10 x 0.32 in)
Weight
142 g
179 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front, aluminum/plastic back, aluminum frame
Colors
Black, Blue, Red, Gold
Black, Gold
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.57 W/kg (head) 1.06 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
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, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.2, A2DP, LE
4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 8.0 Oreo (Go edition)
Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
Fingerprint
✗
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass