Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016)
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Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017)
#4101Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016)
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017)
Performance
35.343.9
Camera
15.415.4
Display
78.379.1
Battery
19.718.9
Build
81.967.9
Connectivity
43.149.4
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
34.736.2
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
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, f/2.2, AF
5 MP, f/2.2, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
2 MP, f/2.2
2 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo 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 & Safety
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
Colors
White, Black, Gold
Black, Gold
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.58 W/kg (head) 1.18 W/kg (body)
N/A
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
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android 7.0 (Nougat)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity