Galaxy Grand 2
A 5.25" mid-range follow-up with a sharper screen and quad-core power.
The Galaxy Grand 2 is a budget Samsung smartphone released Jan 2014, with a launch price of $330. It pairs the Snapdragon 400 with a 5.25" LCD display, a 8 MP main camera and a 2,600 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 42/100 — A sharper, faster Galaxy Grand. Standout strengths: hd screen and quad-core upgrade. and bigger 2,600 mah battery. Main trade-off: snapdragon 400 still entry-tier.
A sharper, faster Galaxy Grand.
Grand 2 sharpened the line to HD and added Snapdragon 400 with a bigger battery. The faux-leather Note-style back gave it premium-feel marketing on a budget body, and it sold strongly in mid-tier markets.
Read the full review- HD screen and quad-core upgrade.
- Bigger 2,600 mAh battery.
- Faux-leather TouchWiz design.
- Removable battery + microSD.
Full specifications
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How the Galaxy Grand 2 compares
| Galaxy Grand 2 | iPhone 6 | Galaxy J2 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 42 | 42 | 42 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 400 | Apple A8 | Exynos 7570 |
| Display | 5.25" LCD | 4.7" LCD 60 Hz | 5.0" Super AMOLED |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 8 MP · f/2.2 | 8 MP · f/2.2 |
| Battery | 2,600 mAh | 1,810 mAh | 2,600 mAh |
| Launch price | $330 | $649 | $149 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy Grand 2 released?
The Galaxy Grand 2 was released in Jan 2014.
How much does the Galaxy Grand 2 cost?
The Galaxy Grand 2 launched at $330 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy Grand 2 screen size and type?
The Galaxy Grand 2 has a 5.25" LCD display.
What chipset does the Galaxy Grand 2 use?
The Galaxy Grand 2 is powered by the Snapdragon 400 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy Grand 2 have?
The Galaxy Grand 2 ships with 1.5 GB · 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy Grand 2 battery capacity?
The Galaxy Grand 2 has a 2,600 mAh battery.
What is the Galaxy Grand 2 main camera?
The Galaxy Grand 2 has a 8 MP main camera.
Does the Galaxy Grand 2 have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy Grand 2 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Galaxy Grand 2 get software updates?
The Galaxy Grand 2 update policy: To Android 4.4.
How much does the Galaxy Grand 2 weigh?
The Galaxy Grand 2 weighs 163 g.
What colours does the Galaxy Grand 2 come in?
The Galaxy Grand 2 is available in 3 colours: White, Black, Pink.
Is the Galaxy Grand 2 worth buying?
Grand 2 sharpened the line to HD and added Snapdragon 400 with a bigger battery. The faux-leather Note-style back gave it premium-feel marketing on a budget body, and it sold strongly in mid-tier markets. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy Grand 2 an editorial score of 42/100.
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