Galaxy Grand Prime
A wide-angle-selfie budget phone built for the social-media generation.
The Galaxy Grand Prime is a budget Samsung smartphone released Oct 2014, with a launch price of $180. It pairs the Snapdragon 410 with a 5.0" LCD 60 Hz display, a 8 MP main camera and a 2,600 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 38/100 — The wide-selfie budget pioneer. Standout strengths: wide-angle selfie camera in 2014. and removable battery. Main trade-off: qhd resolution is low.
The wide-selfie budget pioneer.
Galaxy Grand Prime pitched a wide-angle selfie camera to the social generation back in 2014 — a clever marketing hook. The qHD screen and 1 GB RAM dated it fast, but it was a strong-selling entry Samsung of its era.
Read the full review- Wide-angle selfie camera in 2014.
- Removable battery.
- Big 5" screen for the price.
- microSD + jack.
Full specifications
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How the Galaxy Grand Prime compares
| Galaxy Grand Prime | iPhone 5s | Samsung Omnia (i900) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 38 | 38 | 38 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 410 | Apple A7 | — |
| Display | 5.0" LCD 60 Hz | 4.0" LCD 60 Hz | 3.2" resistive |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 8 MP · f/2.2 | 5 MP |
| Battery | 2,600 mAh | 1,560 mAh | 1,440 mAh |
| Launch price | $180 | $649 | $600 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy Grand Prime released?
The Galaxy Grand Prime was released in Oct 2014.
How much does the Galaxy Grand Prime cost?
The Galaxy Grand Prime launched at $180 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy Grand Prime screen size and type?
The Galaxy Grand Prime has a 5.0" LCD 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Galaxy Grand Prime use?
The Galaxy Grand Prime is powered by the Snapdragon 410 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy Grand Prime have?
The Galaxy Grand Prime ships with 1 GB · 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy Grand Prime battery capacity?
The Galaxy Grand Prime has a 2,600 mAh battery.
How fast does the Galaxy Grand Prime charge?
The Galaxy Grand Prime supports 5 W wired charging.
What is the Galaxy Grand Prime main camera?
The Galaxy Grand Prime has a 8 MP main camera.
Does the Galaxy Grand Prime have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy Grand Prime has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Galaxy Grand Prime get software updates?
The Galaxy Grand Prime update policy: Ended Android 5.1.
How much does the Galaxy Grand Prime weigh?
The Galaxy Grand Prime weighs 156 g.
What colours does the Galaxy Grand Prime come in?
The Galaxy Grand Prime is available in 3 colours: Gray, White, Gold.
Is the Galaxy Grand Prime worth buying?
Galaxy Grand Prime pitched a wide-angle selfie camera to the social generation back in 2014 — a clever marketing hook. The qHD screen and 1 GB RAM dated it fast, but it was a strong-selling entry Samsung of its era. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy Grand Prime an editorial score of 38/100.
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