Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017)
#3097
Xiaomi Mi Note 2
#2279Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017)
Xiaomi Mi Note 2
Performance
57.172.1
Camera
27.953.0
Display
82.880.2
Battery
26.929.2
Build
77.893.8
Connectivity
63.066.2
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
43.850.3
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) features a 5.5-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, while the Xiaomi Mi Note 2 has a slightly larger 5.7-inch AMOLED display with the same resolution but a lower pixel density of 386 ppi.
- In terms of performance, the J7 is powered by the Exynos 7870 Octa chipset, whereas the Mi Note 2 uses the more powerful Snapdragon 821, offering better processing capabilities.
- The camera on the Mi Note 2 is significantly superior with a 22.5 MP rear camera compared to the J7's 13 MP, and it supports 4K video recording, while the J7 is limited to 1080p.
- The Mi Note 2 also has a larger 4070 mAh battery with faster 18W charging, compared to the J7's 3600 mAh battery.
- Both devices run different versions of Android, with the J7 upgradable to Android 9.0 and the Mi Note 2 running Android 6.0 with MIUI 8.2, impacting the software experience.
- Build quality is comparable, with both featuring glass fronts and aluminum frames, but the Mi Note 2 is slightly lighter at 166g versus the J7's 181g.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017)
Xiaomi Mi Note 2
General
Release Date
2017
2016
Announced
2017
2016
Description
Versions: J730F/DS (Global Dual-SIM); J730FM/DS (UAE, Russia)
Version: Xiaomi Mi Note 2 Special Edition
Display
Size
5.5"
5.7"
Type
Super AMOLED
AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~386 ppi density)
PPI
1080
1080
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Exynos 7870 Octa (14 nm)
Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm)
CPU
Octa-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core (2x2.35 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
GPU
Mali-T830 MP1
Adreno 530
Memory
16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
No
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm, AF
22.5 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.6", 1.0µm, PDAF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, panorama, HDR
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
13 MP, f/1.9, 28mm (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
8 MP, f/2.0, AF
Front Camera Features
LED flash
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS)
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3600 mAh
4070 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 3600 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 4070 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
18W wired, QC3
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
152.5 x 74.8 x 8 mm (6.00 x 2.94 x 0.31 in)
156.2 x 77.3 x 7.6 mm (6.15 x 3.04 x 0.30 in)
Weight
181 g
166 g
Materials
Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Colors
Black, Blue, Gold, Rose Gold
Black, Gold, Silver
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.78 W/kg (head) 1.38 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.1, A2DP, LE
4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), One UI
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), MIUI 8.2
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer