Samsung Galaxy J1 vs Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Samsung Galaxy J1
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Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Samsung Galaxy J1
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Samsung Galaxy J1
Better display
Even
Lighter body
Samsung Galaxy J1
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J1 | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 4.3 | 4.3 |
| Resolution Height | 800 | 800 |
| Resolution Width | 480 | 480 |
| PPI | 217 | 217 |
| Screen-to-body | 59.8 | 61.6 |
Platform
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J1 | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 | 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400 | — |
| Chipset Name | Spreadtrum | — |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 4.4.4 | 4.4.2 |
Memory
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J1 | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 4GB 0.5GB RAM | 4GB 0.5GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J1 | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 720p@30fps | 320p |
| Features | LED flash | LED flash |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 5 MP, f/2.2, 31mm | 3.15 MP |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J1 | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Count | 1 | — |
| Lens | 2 MP | — |
Battery
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J1 | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 1850 | 1800 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| music play | Up to 40 h | Up to 32 h |
| talk time | Up to 10 h (3G) | Up to 17 h |
Body
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J1 | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame | — |
| SIM | Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) | Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Height (mm) | 129 | 129.7 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.9 | 9.4 |
| Weight (g) | 122 | 129 |
| Width (mm) | 68.2 | 65.9 |
Launch
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J1 | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2015, January. Released 2015, February | 2014, July. Released 2014, August |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J1 | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900, 2100 | — |
| edge | — | Yes |
| gprs | — | Yes |
| Speed | HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps | — |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA | GSM |
Connectivity
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J1 | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4 | 4 |
| NFC | No | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | No |
| Radio | FM radio, RDS, recording | FM radio |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J1 | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J1 | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity | Accelerometer |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Samsung Galaxy J1 and Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Samsung Galaxy J1 packs a 1850 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Samsung Galaxy J1 reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 5 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
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