Samsung·Budget · Released May 2018

Galaxy J4

A 2018 entry-tier Galaxy with a Super AMOLED screen.

38/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$190
Color · Black
Display
5.5" SAMOLED
Chipset
Exynos 7570
Memory
2 GB · 16 GB
Main cam
13 MP
Battery
3,000 mAh
Weight
175 g
Quick answer

The Galaxy J4 is a budget Samsung smartphone released May 2018, with a launch price of $190. It pairs the Exynos 7570 with a 5.5" SAMOLED display, a 13 MP main camera and a 3,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 38/100 — A budget AMOLED Galaxy. Standout strengths: super amoled at the price. and selfie led flash. Main trade-off: exynos 7570 slow.

AI Snapshot

A budget AMOLED Galaxy.

Galaxy J4 brought Super AMOLED to a $190 entry-tier phone with a removable battery — a sturdy Samsung budget seller in 2018.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display64
Camera50
Performance42
Battery60
Build54
Value58
  • Super AMOLED at the price.
  • Selfie LED flash.
  • Removable battery + microSD.
  • Dual-SIM variants.

Full specifications

Type
Super AMOLED
Size
5.5 inches
Resolution
1,280 × 720 px (HD)
Main
13 MP, autofocus, LED
Selfie
5 MP, LED

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v7
Δ class avg -97.7%
This
38,000
Class avg
1,620,000

How the Galaxy J4 compares

Galaxy J4iPhone 5sGalaxy Grand Prime
SpecEagle score383838
ChipsetExynos 7570Apple A7Snapdragon 410
Display5.5" SAMOLED4.0" LCD 60 Hz5.0" LCD 60 Hz
Main camera13 MP8 MP · f/2.28 MP
Battery3,000 mAh1,560 mAh2,600 mAh
Launch price$190$649$180

Frequently asked questions

When was the Galaxy J4 released?

The Galaxy J4 was released in May 2018.

How much does the Galaxy J4 cost?

The Galaxy J4 launched at $190 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the Galaxy J4 screen size and type?

The Galaxy J4 has a 5.5" SAMOLED display.

What chipset does the Galaxy J4 use?

The Galaxy J4 is powered by the Exynos 7570 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy J4 have?

The Galaxy J4 ships with 2 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the Galaxy J4 battery capacity?

The Galaxy J4 has a 3,000 mAh battery.

What is the Galaxy J4 main camera?

The Galaxy J4 has a 13 MP main camera.

Does the Galaxy J4 have a headphone jack?

The Galaxy J4 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

How long will the Galaxy J4 get software updates?

The Galaxy J4 update policy: To Android 9.0.

How much does the Galaxy J4 weigh?

The Galaxy J4 weighs 175 g.

What colours does the Galaxy J4 come in?

The Galaxy J4 is available in 4 colours: Black, Gold, Pink, Orchid Gray.

Is the Galaxy J4 worth buying?

Galaxy J4 brought Super AMOLED to a $190 entry-tier phone with a removable battery — a sturdy Samsung budget seller in 2018. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy J4 an editorial score of 38/100.

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