Galaxy J2
A 2015 entry-tier Galaxy J with a Super AMOLED screen at $130.
The Galaxy J2 is a budget Samsung smartphone released Aug 2015, with a launch price of $130. It pairs the Spreadtrum SC8830 with a 4.7" SAMOLED display, a 5 MP main camera and a 2,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 36/100 — AMOLED at an entry-tier price. Standout strengths: super amoled at $130. and 4g lte on a budget chip. Main trade-off: qhd resolution.
AMOLED at an entry-tier price.
Galaxy J2 brought a Super AMOLED to the $130 entry tier, hugely popular in India and other emerging markets. Spec-light but well-targeted.
Read the full review- Super AMOLED at $130.
- 4G LTE on a budget chip.
- Removable battery + microSD.
- Compact form factor.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Galaxy J2 compares
| Galaxy J2 | Xperia Z1 | Galaxy Note 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 36 | 36 | 36 |
| Chipset | Spreadtrum SC8830 | Snapdragon 800 | Snapdragon 800 |
| Display | 4.7" SAMOLED | 5.0" FHD LCD | 5.7" FHD AMOLED |
| Main camera | 5 MP | 20.7 MP · f/2.0 | 13 MP · f/2.2 |
| Battery | 2,000 mAh | 3,000 mAh | 3,200 mAh |
| Launch price | $130 | $650 | $699 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy J2 released?
The Galaxy J2 was released in Aug 2015.
How much does the Galaxy J2 cost?
The Galaxy J2 launched at $130 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy J2 screen size and type?
The Galaxy J2 has a 4.7" SAMOLED display.
What chipset does the Galaxy J2 use?
The Galaxy J2 is powered by the Spreadtrum SC8830 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy J2 have?
The Galaxy J2 ships with 1 GB · 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy J2 battery capacity?
The Galaxy J2 has a 2,000 mAh battery.
What is the Galaxy J2 main camera?
The Galaxy J2 has a 5 MP main camera.
Does the Galaxy J2 have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy J2 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Galaxy J2 get software updates?
The Galaxy J2 update policy: Limited.
How much does the Galaxy J2 weigh?
The Galaxy J2 weighs 130 g.
What colours does the Galaxy J2 come in?
The Galaxy J2 is available in 3 colours: Black, White, Gold.
Is the Galaxy J2 worth buying?
Galaxy J2 brought a Super AMOLED to the $130 entry tier, hugely popular in India and other emerging markets. Spec-light but well-targeted. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy J2 an editorial score of 36/100.
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