Samsung Galaxy J2 vs Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017)
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Samsung Galaxy J2
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
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Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Even
Faster charging
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Higher-resolution camera
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Better display
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Lighter body
Samsung Galaxy J2
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J2 | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 4.7 | 4.7 |
| Panel Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution Height | 960 | 960 |
| Resolution Width | 540 | 540 |
| PPI | 234 | 234 |
| Screen-to-body | 64.7 | 64.7 |
Platform
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J2 | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 | Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-T720 | Mali-T720 |
| Chipset Name | Exynos 3475 Quad | Exynos 3475 Quad |
| Process (nm) | 28 | 28 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 5.1.1 | 7.0 |
Memory
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J2 | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 8GB 1GB RAM | 8GB 1GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J2 | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 720p@30fps | 720p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash | LED flash |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 5 MP, f/2.2 | 5 MP, f/2.2 |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J2 | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 2 MP, f/2.2 | 2 MP, f/2.2 |
Battery
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J2 | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 2000 | 2000 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| music play | Up to 41 h | Up to 41 h |
| talk time | Up to 11 h (3G) | Up to 12 h (3G) |
Body
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J2 | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Height (mm) | 136.5 | 136.5 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.4 | 8.4 |
| Weight (g) | 129 | 130 |
| Width (mm) | 69 | 69 |
Launch
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J2 | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2015, September 11. Released 2015, September | 2017, October. Released 2017, October |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J2 | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1900, 2100 - J200G, J200GU, J200F, J200Y | HSDPA 850, 900, 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20 - J200F | 1, 3, 5, 8, 20, 40 |
| 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 J2 | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4.1 | 4.1 |
| NFC | Yes (market dependent) | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | GPS, GLONASS |
| Radio | FM radio, RDS, recording | FM radio, RDS, recording |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J2 | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J2 | Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity | Accelerometer, proximity |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Samsung Galaxy J2 and Samsung Galaxy J2 (2017) are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
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