Samsung Galaxy E5
#4091
Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2016)
#4090Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy E5
Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2016)
Performance
54.354.3
Camera
42.142.1
Display
79.579.5
Battery
43.543.5
Build
79.879.8
Overall
57.257.2
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy E5 and Galaxy J2 Pro (2016) both feature a 5.0-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, delivering similar visual quality.
- In terms of performance, the E5 is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 chipset and a slightly lower clocked CPU at 1.2 GHz, while the J2 Pro uses a Spreadtrum SC8830 with a 1.5 GHz CPU, offering marginally better processing speed.
- Both devices have an 8 MP rear camera, but the E5 supports 1080p video recording, whereas the J2 Pro is limited to 720p.
- The J2 Pro has a larger 2600 mAh battery compared to the E5's 2400 mAh, which may provide slightly better longevity.
- In terms of software, the E5 runs on Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), while the J2 Pro is updated to Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), offering a more modern software experience.
- Build quality is similar, with both featuring glass fronts and plastic backs, though the J2 Pro is slightly thicker and heavier.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy E5
Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2016)
General
Release Date
2015
2016
Announced
2015
2016
Description
Versions: E500F, E500H, E500HQ, E500M, E500F/DS, E500H/DS, E500M/DSAlso known as Samsung Galaxy E5 Duos with dual-SIM card slots
N/A
Display
Size
5"
5"
Type
Super AMOLED
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
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 4
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
Spreadtrum SC8830
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Adreno 306
Mali-400MP2
Memory
16GB 1.5GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
8 MP
Main Camera Details
8 MP, f/2.2, 31mm (standard), AF
8 MP, f/2.2, AF
Front Camera
5 MP
5 MP
Front Camera Details
5 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide)
5 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2400 mAh
2600 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2400 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 2600 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
141.6 x 70.2 x 7.3 mm (5.57 x 2.76 x 0.29 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 4), plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White, Brown
Silver, Black, Gold
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
GPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating System
Android 4.4.4 (KitKat)
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
OS Version
Android 4.4.4 (KitKat)
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes