Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017)
ZTE Gabb Z2
Performance
53.860.2
Camera
27.919.1
Display
44.531.2
Battery
21.222.6
Build
77.865.8
Connectivity
59.148.9
Audio
8.970.7
Overall
35.237.0
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) features a more premium build with an aluminum frame and back, compared to the ZTE Gabb Z2's plastic construction.
- The J3 has a 5.0-inch PLS display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the Gabb Z2 offers a slightly larger 5.45-inch TFT LCD with a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, resulting in a similar pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the J3 is powered by the Exynos 7570 Quad chipset, whereas the Gabb Z2 uses the Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22, with the latter having a higher clock speed.
- The J3's rear camera is superior at 13 MP compared to the Gabb Z2's 8 MP, although both can record 1080p video.
- Battery capacity is higher in the Gabb Z2 at 2650 mAh versus 2400 mAh in the J3, but both lack fast charging.
- Software-wise, the J3 runs on Android 7.0 (upgradable to 9.0), while the Gabb Z2 operates on Android 10, offering a more recent software experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017)
ZTE Gabb Z2
General
Release Date
2017
2020
Announced
2017
2020
Description
Versions: J330F/DS (Global Dual-SIM); J330G/DS (Malaysia)Also known as Samsung Galaxy J3 Pro (2017); Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) Duos with dual-SIM card slots
N/A
Display
Size
5"
5.45"
Type
PLS
TFT LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~295 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Exynos 7570 Quad (14 nm)
Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Mali-T720 MP2
PowerVR GE8320
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM
32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, f/1.9, AF
8 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Dual-LED flash
Front Camera
5 MP, f/2.2
5 MP
Front Camera Features
LED flash
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
720p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2400 mAh
2650 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2400 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 2650 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
143.2 x 70.3 x 8.2 mm (5.64 x 2.77 x 0.32 in)
147 x 71 x 9.7 mm (5.79 x 2.80 x 0.38 in)
Weight
142 g
162 g
Materials
Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Colors
White, Black, Gold, Blue
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA, 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/ac, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.2, A2DP, LE
4.2, A2DP
NFC
✓
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes, with dual speakers
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 7.0 (Nougat), 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Android 10
Fingerprint
✗
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer

