Samsung Galaxy Core Prime
#6620
Samsung Galaxy J1 mini prime
#6619Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy Core Prime
Samsung Galaxy J1 mini prime
Performance
54.354.3
Camera
42.042.0
Display
64.364.3
Battery
43.543.5
Build
79.879.8
Overall
54.154.1
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy Core Prime features a 4.5-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the Galaxy J1 mini prime has a slightly smaller 4.0-inch TFT display with the same resolution but a higher pixel density of approximately 233 ppi.
- In terms of performance, the Core Prime is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 chipset with a quad-core CPU at 1.2 GHz, compared to the J1 mini prime's Spreadtrum SC9830 chipset, which offers a quad-core CPU at 1.5 GHz for the J106F/DS variant.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera capable of 720p video recording, but the J1 mini prime lacks a front-facing camera.
- The Core Prime has a larger 2000 mAh battery versus the J1 mini prime's 1500 mAh, which may provide better longevity.
- Both phones run on Android, with the Core Prime upgradable to Lollipop and the J1 mini prime featuring either Lollipop or Marshmallow, depending on the model.
- Build quality is similar, with both featuring glass fronts and plastic backs, but the J1 mini prime is slightly lighter and thicker.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy Core Prime
Samsung Galaxy J1 mini prime
General
Release Date
2014
2016
Announced
2014
2016
Description
Available as Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Value Edition G361 with Android v5.1Also known as Samsung Galaxy Win 2 Duos TV G360BT for Brazil; Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Duos with dual-SIM card slots
Versions: J106F/DS (UAE); J106B/DS (Colombia); J106H/DS (Africa)Also known as Samsung Galaxy J1 Mini Prime (2016), Samsung Galaxy V2
Display
Size
4.5"
4"
Type
TFT
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~207 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
Spreadtrum SC9830
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.5 GHz - J106F/DSQuad-core 1.2 GHz - J106B/DS, J106H/DS
GPU
Adreno 306
Mali-400MP2
Memory
8GB 1GB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
5 MP
Main Camera Details
5 MP, f/2.6, AF
5 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera
2 MP
N/A
Front Camera Details
2 MP
VGA
Video Recording
720p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2000 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 1500 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
130.8 x 67.9 x 8.8 mm (5.15 x 2.67 x 0.35 in)
121.6 x 63.1 x 10.8 mm (4.79 x 2.48 x 0.43 in)
Weight
130 g
126 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White, Gray
Gold, Black, White
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or 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 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✓
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
GPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating System
Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Android 5.1 (Lollipop) - 3G modelAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow) - LTE model
OS Version
Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Android 5.1 (Lollipop) - 3G modelAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow) - LTE model
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes