Samsung Galaxy J2 Core (2020)
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Samsung Galaxy J2 Prime
#4633Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy J2 Core (2020)
Samsung Galaxy J2 Prime
Performance
53.147.4
Camera
19.124.2
Display
40.740.7
Battery
22.422.4
Build
85.284.5
Connectivity
50.449.0
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
35.632.1
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy J2 Core (2020) and Samsung Galaxy J2 Prime both feature a 5.0-inch PLS LCD display with the same resolution and pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the J2 Core is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset with 1GB of RAM, while the J2 Prime uses a Mediatek MT6737T chipset with 1.5GB of RAM, potentially offering slightly better multitasking.
- Both devices have an 8 MP rear camera, but the J2 Core supports 1080p video recording compared to the J2 Prime's 720p.
- Battery capacity is identical at 2600 mAh, and both lack fast charging and wireless charging.
- The J2 Core runs on Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition), providing a more updated software experience compared to the J2 Prime's Android 6.0 Marshmallow.
- Build quality is similar, with both having a glass front and plastic back, but the J2 Prime is slightly heavier.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy J2 Core (2020)
Samsung Galaxy J2 Prime
General
Release Date
2020, April 27
2016
Announced
2020, April 27
2016
Description
N/A
Versions: G532F (Europe); G532M (Global Single SIM); G532M/DS (Asia, LATAM); Galaxy J2 Ace G532G (India, Taiwan, Philippines)
Display
Size
5"
5"
Type
PLS LCD
PLS LCD
Resolution
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~220 ppi density)
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~220 ppi density)
PPI
540
540
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
Mediatek MT6737T (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Adreno 308
Mali-T720MP2
Memory
16GB 1GB RAM
8GB 1.5GB RAM, 16GB 1.5GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP, f/2.2, AF
8 MP, f/2.2, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
LED flash
Front Camera
5 MP, f/2.2
5 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera Features
N/A
LED flash
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo 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 & Safety
Dimensions
143.4 x 72.1 x 8.9 mm (5.65 x 2.84 x 0.35 in)
144.8 x 72.1 x 8.9 mm (5.70 x 2.84 x 0.35 in)
Weight
154 g
160 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Black, Gold, Blue
Black, Gold, Silver, Pink
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.99 W/kg (head)
0.45 W/kg (head) 0.99 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Hybrid 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
4.2, A2DP
4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition)
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity