Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017)
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ZTE Gabb Z2
#5418Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017)
ZTE Gabb Z2
Performance
54.354.3
Camera
42.442.1
Display
67.567.5
Battery
43.543.5
Build
79.879.8
Overall
54.954.8
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
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
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
8 MP
Main Camera Details
13 MP, f/1.9, AF
8 MP, AF
Front Camera
5 MP
5 MP
Front Camera Details
5 MP, f/2.2
5 MP
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
720p@30fps
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW 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 & Design
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
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
White, Black, Gold, Blue
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
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
Software
Operating System
Android 7.0 (Nougat), 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Android 10
OS Version
Android 7.0 (Nougat), 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Android 10
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes, with dual speakers
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes