Samsung Galaxy Grand Max
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Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017)
#4239Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy Grand Max
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017)
Performance
51.853.8
Camera
19.127.9
Display
56.544.5
Battery
21.821.2
Build
17.377.8
Connectivity
46.759.1
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
28.535.2
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy Grand Max features a 5.25-inch IPS LCD display, while the Galaxy J3 (2017) has a slightly smaller 5.0-inch PLS display, both with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the Grand Max is powered by a Snapdragon 410 chipset with a 1.2 GHz CPU, whereas the J3 utilizes the more efficient Exynos 7570 with a 1.4 GHz CPU, providing better overall performance.
- Both devices have a 13 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording, but the J3 has a wider aperture of f/1.9, potentially improving low-light photography.
- The Grand Max has a 2500 mAh battery, slightly larger than the J3's 2400 mAh, but both lack fast charging and wireless capabilities.
- In terms of software, the Grand Max runs on Android 4.4.4, while the J3 offers a more modern experience with Android 7.0, upgradable to 9.0.
- Build quality differs as well, with the J3 featuring a glass front and aluminum back, making it feel more premium compared to the Grand Max's plastic construction.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy Grand Max
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017)
General
Release Date
2015
2017
Announced
2015
2017
Description
Also known as Samsung Galaxy Grand Max G720SM-G7202/D has no LTE support
Versions: J330F/DS (Global Dual-SIM); J330G/DS (Malaysia)Also known as Samsung Galaxy J3 Pro (2017); Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) Duos with dual-SIM card slots
Display
Size
5.25"
5"
Type
IPS LCD
PLS
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
Exynos 7570 Quad (14 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Adreno 306
Mali-T720 MP2
Memory
16GB 1.5GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, AF
13 MP, f/1.9, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
5 MP
5 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera Features
N/A
LED flash
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2500 mAh
2400 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2500 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 2400 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
146 x 74.8 x 7.9 mm (5.75 x 2.94 x 0.31 in)
143.2 x 70.3 x 8.2 mm (5.64 x 2.77 x 0.32 in)
Weight
161 g
142 g
Materials
N/A
Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Colors
Gray, White
White, Black, Gold, Blue
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.49 W/kg (head) 0.30 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Micro-SIM
Nano-SIMNano-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 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.4.4 (KitKat)
Android 7.0 (Nougat), 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity