Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017)
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Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2018)
#3205Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017)
Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2018)
Performance
43.953.4
Camera
15.427.9
Display
79.179.1
Battery
18.922.4
Build
67.989.3
Connectivity
49.450.4
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
36.243.0
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017) features a 4.7-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, while the Galaxy J2 Pro (2018) has a larger 5.0-inch Super AMOLED display with the same resolution but a lower pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the J2 Pro is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset and offers more RAM options (16GB), compared to the J2's Exynos 3475 and 8GB of RAM.
- The J2 Pro also has a superior camera setup, with an 8 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording, compared to the J2's 5 MP rear camera that records at 720p.
- Battery capacity is higher in the J2 Pro at 2600 mAh versus 2000 mAh in the J2, providing longer usage time.
- Both devices run on Android Nougat, but the J2 Pro can be upgraded to Android Oreo, enhancing the software experience.
- Build quality differs slightly, with the J2 Pro featuring Gorilla Glass on the front, while both have plastic backs.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017)
Samsung Galaxy J2 Pro (2018)
General
Release Date
2017
2018
Announced
2017
2018
Description
Versions: J200G (India, Indonesia)Also known as Samsung Galaxy J2 Duos (2017) with dual-SIM card slots
Versions: J250F/DS (Global Dual-SIM)Also known as Samsung Galaxy J2 (2018), Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime Pro
Display
Size
4.7"
5"
Type
Super AMOLED
Super AMOLED
Resolution
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~234 ppi density)
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~220 ppi density)
PPI
540
540
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
Performance
Chipset
Exynos 3475 Quad (28 nm)
Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Mali-T720
Adreno 308
Memory
8GB 1GB RAM
16GB 1.5GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, f/2.2, AF
8 MP, f/2.2, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
2 MP, f/2.2
5 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera Features
N/A
LED flash
Video Recording
720p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2000 mAh
2600 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 2600 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
136.5 x 69 x 8.4 mm (5.37 x 2.72 x 0.33 in)
143.8 x 72.3 x 8.4 mm (5.66 x 2.85 x 0.33 in)
Weight
130 g
153 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front (Gorilla Glass), plastic back
Colors
Black, Gold
Black, Gold, Blue, Pink
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.51 W/kg (head) 1.20 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
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
4.2, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
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 7.0 (Nougat)
Android 7.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity