Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016)
#4081
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016)
#4089Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016)
Samsung Galaxy J3 (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 J2 (2016) and Galaxy J3 (2016) both feature a 5.0-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing similar visual quality.
- In terms of performance, the J2 is powered by a Spreadtrum SC8830 chipset, while the J3 uses a Spreadtrum SC9830/Exynos 3475, offering slightly better processing capabilities.
- Both devices have an 8 MP rear camera, but the J3 has a lower 2 MP front camera compared to the J2's 5 MP.
- Battery capacity is identical at 2600 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging options available.
- The J2 runs Android 6.0.1, whereas the J3 comes with Android 5.1.1 but can be upgraded to 7.1.1, providing a more flexible software experience.
- Build quality is comparable, with both having a plastic frame and glass front, though the J3 uses Asahi Dragontrail glass for added durability.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016)
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016)
General
Release Date
2016
2016, May 06
Announced
2016
2016, March 31
Description
N/A
Versions: J320FN (Europe); J320F (EMEA); J320F/DD (India); J320A (AT&T); J320P (Sprint, Virgin Mobile, Boost); Galaxy Amp Prime (Cricket); Galaxy J3 V (Verizon); J320M (LATAM); J320G (Asia). Also known as Samsung Galaxy J3 Pro in India with 16 GB storage & 2 GB RAM
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
N/A
Asahi Dragontrail Glass
Performance
Chipset
Spreadtrum SC8830
Spreadtrum SC9830Exynos 3475 Quad (28 nm) - USA
CPU
Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7
Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 - USA
GPU
Mali-400MP2
Mali-400Mali-T720 - USA
Memory
8GB 1.5GB RAM
8GB 1.5GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
8 MP
Main Camera Details
8 MP, f/2.2, AF
8 MP, f/2.2, AF5 MP, f/2.2, AF - USA
Front Camera
5 MP
2 MP
Front Camera Details
5 MP, f/2.2
2 MP (USA)5 MP, f/2.2 (all other regions)
Video Recording
720p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
720p@30fps
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2600 mAh
2600 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2600 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 2600 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
142.4 x 71.1 x 8 mm (5.61 x 2.80 x 0.31 in)
142.3 x 71 x 7.9 mm (5.60 x 2.80 x 0.31 in)
Weight
138 g
138 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front (Asahi Dragontrail), plastic back, plastic frame
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Silver, Black, Gold
White, Black, Gold
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Micro-SIMMicro-SIM + Micro-SIMNano-SIM (USA models only)
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 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.1, A2DP, LE
4.0/4.1, 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 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop) or Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat)
OS Version
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop) or Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes