Samsung Galaxy A2 Core vs Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016)
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Samsung Galaxy A2 Core
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Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016)
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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 J2 (2016)
Better display
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016)
Lighter body
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016)
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 5 | 5 |
| Panel Type | PLS LCD | AMOLED |
| Resolution Height | 960 | 1280 |
| Resolution Width | 540 | 720 |
| PPI | 220 | 294 |
| Screen-to-body | 68.6 | 68.1 |
Platform
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53 | Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-T830 MP1 | Mali-400MP2 |
| Chipset Name | Exynos 7870 Octa | Spreadtrum SC8830 |
| Process (nm) | 14 | — |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 8.0 | 6.0.1 |
Memory
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 1GB RAM | 8GB 1.5GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 720p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, HDR | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 5 MP, f/1.9 | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 5 MP, f/2.2 | 5 MP, f/2.2 |
Battery
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 2600 | 2600 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| music play | — | Up to 54 h |
| talk time | — | Up to 14 h (3G) |
Body
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Height (mm) | 141.6 | 142.4 |
| Thickness (mm) | 9.1 | 8 |
| Weight (g) | 142 | 138 |
| Width (mm) | 71 | 71.1 |
Launch
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2019, April. Released 2019, April | 2016, July. Released 2016, July |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 900, 1800 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900, 2100 - A260F/DS | HSDPA 850, 900, 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 3, 7, 8, 20 - A260F/DS | 1, 3, 5, 8, 20, 40 - India |
| 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 J2 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4.2 | 4.1 |
| NFC | No | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | GPS, GLONASS |
| Radio | FM radio | FM radio, RDS |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A2 Core | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity | Accelerometer, proximity |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Samsung Galaxy A2 Core and Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 8 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
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