Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017)
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Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016)
#3792Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017)
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016)
Performance
43.947.0
Camera
15.415.4
Display
79.180.4
Battery
18.922.4
Build
67.985.9
Connectivity
49.456.4
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
36.238.5
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017) features a smaller 4.7-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, while the Galaxy J3 (2016) has a larger 5.0-inch Super AMOLED display with a higher resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in better pixel density.
- In terms of performance, both devices are equipped with quad-core processors, but the J3 has a slightly faster CPU at 1.5 GHz compared to the J2's 1.3 GHz.
- The J3 also offers a superior rear camera at 8 MP versus the J2's 5 MP, enhancing photo quality.
- Battery capacity is higher in the J3 at 2600 mAh compared to the J2's 2000 mAh, providing longer usage time.
- Lastly, the J2 runs on Android 7.0 Nougat out of the box, while the J3 originally launched with Android 5.1.1 Lollipop but can be upgraded to 7.1.1 Nougat, offering a more versatile software experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017)
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016)
General
Release Date
2017
2016, May 06
Announced
2017
2016, March 31
Description
Versions: J200G (India, Indonesia)Also known as Samsung Galaxy J2 Duos (2017) with dual-SIM card slots
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
4.7"
5"
Type
Super AMOLED
Super AMOLED
Resolution
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~234 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI
540
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Asahi Dragontrail Glass
Performance
Chipset
Exynos 3475 Quad (28 nm)
Spreadtrum SC9830Exynos 3475 Quad (28 nm) - USA
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 - USA
GPU
Mali-T720
Mali-400Mali-T720 - USA
Memory
8GB 1GB RAM
8GB 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, AF5 MP, f/2.2, AF - USA
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash, HDR
Front Camera
2 MP, f/2.2
2 MP (USA)5 MP, f/2.2 (all other regions)
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
720p@30fps
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)
142.3 x 71 x 7.9 mm (5.60 x 2.80 x 0.31 in)
Weight
130 g
138 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front (Asahi Dragontrail), plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Black, Gold
White, Black, Gold
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
1.17 W/kg (head) 1.12 W/kg (body)
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
4.0/4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
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 7.0 (Nougat)
Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop) or Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity