Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016)
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Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017)
#4152Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016)
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017)
Performance
54.354.3
Camera
42.042.0
Display
76.379.0
Battery
43.543.5
Build
79.879.8
Overall
56.557.1
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016) features a 4.5-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the Galaxy J2 (2017) has a slightly larger 4.7-inch Super AMOLED display with a higher resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, resulting in better pixel density.
- Both devices are powered by quad-core processors, but the J2 utilizes the Exynos 3475 chipset, offering improved performance over the J1's Spreadtrum SC9830.
- Camera specifications are identical with 5 MP rear and 2 MP front cameras, both capable of 720p video recording.
- The J1 has a 2050 mAh battery, slightly larger than the J2's 2000 mAh, but both lack fast charging and wireless capabilities.
- In terms of software, the J1 runs Android 5.1.1, upgradable to 6.0.1, while the J2 comes with Android 7.0 Nougat, providing a more updated software experience.
- Both phones have similar build quality with plastic frames and glass fronts, but the J2 is marginally lighter and thinner.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016)
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017)
General
Release Date
2016
2017
Announced
2016
2017
Description
Versions: J120F (Global); Galaxy Express 3 J120A (AT&T); Galaxy Amp 2 (Cricket); J120H, J120M, J120M, J120TAlso known as Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016) Duos with dual-SIM card slots
Versions: J200G (India, Indonesia)Also known as Samsung Galaxy J2 Duos (2017) with dual-SIM card slots
Display
Size
4.5"
4.7"
Type
Super AMOLED
Super AMOLED
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~207 ppi density)
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~234 ppi density)
PPI
480
540
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Spreadtrum SC9830
Exynos 3475 Quad (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Mali-400
Mali-T720
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/2.2, AF
5 MP, f/2.2, AF
Front Camera
2 MP
2 MP
Front Camera Details
2 MP, f/2.2
2 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording
720p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2050 mAh
2000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2050 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
132.6 x 69.3 x 8.9 mm (5.22 x 2.73 x 0.35 in)
136.5 x 69 x 8.4 mm (5.37 x 2.72 x 0.33 in)
Weight
131 g
130 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
White, Black, Gold
Black, Gold
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 21.1/5.76 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, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.1, A2DP, LE
4.1, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
GPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating System
Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android 7.0 (Nougat)
OS Version
Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android 7.0 (Nougat)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes