Samsung Galaxy J4 vs Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017)
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Samsung Galaxy J4
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Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017)
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017)
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017)
Lighter body
Samsung Galaxy J4
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J4 | Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| Panel Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution Height | 1280 | 1920 |
| Resolution Width | 720 | 1080 |
| PPI | 267 | 401 |
| Screen-to-body | 71.2 | 73.1 |
Platform
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J4 | Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 | Octa-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Mali-T720 MP2 | Mali-T830 MP1 |
| Chipset Name | Exynos 7570 Quad | Exynos 7870 Octa |
| Process (nm) | 14 | 14 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | — | One UI |
| OS Version | 8.0 | 7.0 |
Memory
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J4 | Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM | 16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J4 | Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Wide | 13 MP, f/1.9, 28mm, (wide) | 13 MP, f/1.7, 27mm, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J4 | Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | — | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash | LED flash |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 5 MP, f/2.2 | 13 MP, f/1.9, 28mm, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J4 | Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 3000 | 3600 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| music play | Up to 80 h | Up to 91 h |
| talk time | Up to 20 h (3G) | Up to 24 h (3G) |
Body
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J4 | Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 151.7 | 152.5 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.1 | 8 |
| Weight (g) | 175 | 181 |
| Width (mm) | 77.2 | 74.8 |
Launch
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J4 | Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2018, May. Released 2018, May | 2017, June. Released 2017, July |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J4 | Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40 - India, Pakistan | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 40 |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J4 | Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4.2 | 4.1 |
| NFC | No | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Radio | FM radio | FM radio |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J4 | Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy J4 | Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity | Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Samsung Galaxy J4 and Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) packs a 3600 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
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