Samsung Galaxy A2 Core vs Samsung Galaxy J
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Samsung Galaxy A2 Core
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Samsung Galaxy J
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Even
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Samsung Galaxy J
Better display
Samsung Galaxy J
Lighter body
Samsung Galaxy A2 Core
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 5 | 5 |
| Panel Type | PLS LCD | AMOLED |
| Resolution Height | 960 | 1920 |
| Resolution Width | 540 | 1080 |
| PPI | 220 | 441 |
| Glass Type | — | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Screen-to-body | 68.6 | 71.9 |
Platform
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53 | Quad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400 |
| GPU | Mali-T830 MP1 | Adreno 330 |
| Chipset Name | Exynos 7870 Octa | Qualcomm MSM8974 Snapdragon 800 |
| Process (nm) | 14 | 28 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 8.0 | 4.3 |
Memory
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 1GB RAM | 16GB 3GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, HDR | LED flash, HDR |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 5 MP, f/1.9 | 13 MP |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J |
|---|---|---|
| Video | — | 1080p@30fps |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 5 MP, f/2.2 | 2 MP |
Battery
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 2600 | 2600 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
Body
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame | — |
| SIM | Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 141.6 | 137 |
| Thickness (mm) | 9.1 | 8.6 |
| Weight (g) | 142 | 146 |
| Width (mm) | 71 | 70 |
Launch
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2019, April. Released 2019, April | 2013, December. Released 2013, December |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 900, 1800 | GSM 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900, 2100 - A260F/DS | HSDPA 800, 850, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 3, 7, 8, 20 - A260F/DS | 1, 3, 8 |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4.2 | 4 |
| infrared port | — | Yes |
| NFC | No | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | GPS, GLONASS |
| Radio | FM radio | No |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, temperature, humidity, gesture |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Samsung Galaxy A2 Core and Samsung Galaxy J are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Samsung Galaxy J reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 13 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
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