Samsung Galaxy J2 Core
#4417
Xiaomi Mi 2
#6197Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy J2 Core
Xiaomi Mi 2
Performance
49.756.1
Camera
19.119.1
Display
40.756.5
Battery
22.418.9
Build
89.20.2
Connectivity
50.437.1
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
33.824.8
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy J2 Core features a 5.0-inch PLS LCD display with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, while the Xiaomi Mi 2 has a smaller 4.3-inch IPS LCD display with a higher resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in better pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the J2 Core is powered by an Exynos 7570 Quad chipset with 1GB RAM, whereas the Mi 2 utilizes a Snapdragon S4 Pro with 2GB RAM, offering superior multitasking capabilities.
- Both devices have an 8 MP rear camera, but the Mi 2's f/2.0 aperture may provide slightly better low-light performance compared to the J2 Core's f/2.2.
- The J2 Core has a 2600 mAh battery, which is larger than the Mi 2's 2000 mAh, potentially offering better longevity.
- Software-wise, the J2 Core runs on Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition), while the Mi 2 operates on an older Android 4.1 (upgradable to 4.4.4), which may limit app compatibility and features.
- Build quality is comparable, with the J2 Core having a glass front and plastic back, while the Mi 2's materials are less specified.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy J2 Core
Xiaomi Mi 2
General
Release Date
2018
2012
Announced
2018
2012
Description
Versions: SM-J260F/DS (Global); SM-J260M/DS (LATAM); SM-J260Y/DS (Philippines); SM-J260G/DS (India)
N/A
Display
Size
5"
4.3"
Type
PLS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~220 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~342 ppi density)
PPI
540
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Exynos 7570 Quad (14 nm)
Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro
CPU
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPU
Mali-T720
Adreno 320
Memory
8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 1GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
No
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP, f/2.2, AF
8 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide), AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
LED flash, HDR
Front Camera
5 MP, f/2.2
2 MP
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2600 mAh
2000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2600 mAh, removable
Removable Li-Ion 2000 mAh battery
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)
126 x 62 x 10.2 mm (4.96 x 2.44 x 0.40 in)
Weight
154 g
145 g
Materials
Glass front (Gorilla Glass), plastic back, plastic frame
N/A
Colors
Black, Gold, Lavender
White, green, blue, red
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.61 W/kg (head) 0.61 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.2, A2DP
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition)
Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.4 (KitKat), MIUI 5
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer