Galaxy J5
The compact J-series AMOLED phone with a front flash for selfies.
The Galaxy J5 is a budget Samsung smartphone released Jun 2015, with a launch price of $190. It pairs the Snapdragon 410 with a 5.0" AMOLED 60 Hz display, a 13 MP main camera and a 2,600 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 44/100 — The selfie-flash compact J. Standout strengths: compact 5" amoled. and selfie front flash was a selling point. Main trade-off: snapdragon 410 is very slow.
The selfie-flash compact J.
Galaxy J5 paired a compact AMOLED with a front-facing flash to chase the selfie crowd in 2015. The Snapdragon 410 and 1.5 GB RAM kept it slow, but the screen and removable battery sold it to budget buyers worldwide.
Read the full review- Compact 5" AMOLED.
- Selfie front flash was a selling point.
- Removable battery.
- microSD + jack.
Full specifications
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How the Galaxy J5 compares
| Galaxy J5 | Xperia Z5 | Galaxy Note 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 44 | 44 | 44 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 410 | Snapdragon 810 | Snapdragon 805 |
| Display | 5.0" AMOLED 60 Hz | 5.2" FHD LCD | 5.7" QHD AMOLED |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 23 MP · f/2.0 | 16 MP · f/2.2 |
| Battery | 2,600 mAh | 2,900 mAh | 3,220 mAh |
| Launch price | $190 | $650 | $750 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy J5 released?
The Galaxy J5 was released in Jun 2015.
How much does the Galaxy J5 cost?
The Galaxy J5 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 J5 screen size and type?
The Galaxy J5 has a 5.0" AMOLED 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Galaxy J5 use?
The Galaxy J5 is powered by the Snapdragon 410 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy J5 have?
The Galaxy J5 ships with 1.5 GB · 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy J5 battery capacity?
The Galaxy J5 has a 2,600 mAh battery.
How fast does the Galaxy J5 charge?
The Galaxy J5 supports 5 W wired charging.
What is the Galaxy J5 main camera?
The Galaxy J5 has a 13 MP main camera.
Does the Galaxy J5 have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy J5 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Galaxy J5 get software updates?
The Galaxy J5 update policy: Ended Android 6.0.
How much does the Galaxy J5 weigh?
The Galaxy J5 weighs 142 g.
What colours does the Galaxy J5 come in?
The Galaxy J5 is available in 3 colours: Black, White, Gold.
Is the Galaxy J5 worth buying?
Galaxy J5 paired a compact AMOLED with a front-facing flash to chase the selfie crowd in 2015. The Snapdragon 410 and 1.5 GB RAM kept it slow, but the screen and removable battery sold it to budget buyers worldwide. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy J5 an editorial score of 44/100.
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