Galaxy J7 Prime
Metal-bodied budget volume seller of 2016-2017.
The Galaxy J7 Prime is a budget Samsung smartphone released Sep 2016, with a launch price of $280. It pairs the Exynos 7870 with a 5.5" FHD TFT display, a 13 MP, f/1.9 main camera and a 3300 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 56/100 — The metal budget bestseller. Standout strengths: metal unibody at a budget price and fhd screen + fingerprint sensor. Main trade-off: tft not amoled.
The metal budget bestseller.
Galaxy J7 Prime was one of Samsung's biggest budget volume sellers of 2016-2017 — a metal unibody, FHD screen and fingerprint sensor at a price that kept Samsung competitive against Xiaomi and others in India.
Read the full review- Metal unibody at a budget price
- FHD screen + fingerprint sensor
- Reliable Exynos 7870 efficiency
Full specifications
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How the Galaxy J7 Prime compares
| Galaxy J7 Prime | Pixel XL | Galaxy A15 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 56 | 56 | 56 |
| Chipset | Exynos 7870 | Snapdragon 821 | Dimensity 6100+ |
| Display | 5.5" FHD TFT | 5.5" QHD AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED 90 Hz |
| Main camera | 13 MP, f/1.9 | 12.3 MP · f/2.0 | 50 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 3,450 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $280 | $769 | $180 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy J7 Prime released?
The Galaxy J7 Prime was released in Sep 2016.
How much does the Galaxy J7 Prime cost?
The Galaxy J7 Prime launched at $280 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy J7 Prime screen size and type?
The Galaxy J7 Prime has a 5.5" FHD TFT display.
What chipset does the Galaxy J7 Prime use?
The Galaxy J7 Prime is powered by the Exynos 7870 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy J7 Prime have?
The Galaxy J7 Prime ships with 3 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy J7 Prime battery capacity?
The Galaxy J7 Prime has a 3300 mAh battery.
What is the Galaxy J7 Prime main camera?
The Galaxy J7 Prime has a 13 MP, f/1.9 main camera.
Does the Galaxy J7 Prime have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy J7 Prime has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Galaxy J7 Prime weigh?
The Galaxy J7 Prime weighs 167 g.
What colours does the Galaxy J7 Prime come in?
The Galaxy J7 Prime is available in 2 colours: Black, Gold.
Is the Galaxy J7 Prime worth buying?
Galaxy J7 Prime was one of Samsung's biggest budget volume sellers of 2016-2017 — a metal unibody, FHD screen and fingerprint sensor at a price that kept Samsung competitive against Xiaomi and others in India. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy J7 Prime an editorial score of 56/100.
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