Galaxy J2 (2016)
The entry AMOLED phone that sold by the million.
The Galaxy J2 (2016) is a budget Samsung smartphone released Aug 2016, with a launch price of $130. It pairs the Exynos 3475 with a 5.0" AMOLED 60 Hz display, a 8 MP · f/2.2 main camera and a 2,600 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 42/100 — A million-selling entry AMOLED. Standout strengths: amoled at entry price. and removable battery + microsd. Main trade-off: qhd resolution.
A million-selling entry AMOLED.
Galaxy J2 (2016) put an AMOLED screen and removable battery at $130, becoming one of Samsung's best-selling entry phones in India and Southeast Asia.
Read the full review- AMOLED at entry price.
- Removable battery + microSD.
- Smart Glow ring.
- Headphone jack.
Full specifications
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How the Galaxy J2 (2016) compares
| Galaxy J2 (2016) | iPhone 6 | Galaxy J2 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 42 | 42 | 42 |
| Chipset | Exynos 3475 | Apple A8 | Exynos 7570 |
| Display | 5.0" AMOLED 60 Hz | 4.7" LCD 60 Hz | 5.0" Super AMOLED |
| Main camera | 8 MP · f/2.2 | 8 MP · f/2.2 | 8 MP · f/2.2 |
| Battery | 2,600 mAh | 1,810 mAh | 2,600 mAh |
| Launch price | $130 | $649 | $149 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy J2 (2016) released?
The Galaxy J2 (2016) was released in Aug 2016.
How much does the Galaxy J2 (2016) cost?
The Galaxy J2 (2016) 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 (2016) screen size and type?
The Galaxy J2 (2016) has a 5.0" AMOLED 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Galaxy J2 (2016) use?
The Galaxy J2 (2016) is powered by the Exynos 3475 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy J2 (2016) have?
The Galaxy J2 (2016) ships with 1.5 GB · 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy J2 (2016) battery capacity?
The Galaxy J2 (2016) has a 2,600 mAh battery.
How fast does the Galaxy J2 (2016) charge?
The Galaxy J2 (2016) supports 5 W wired charging.
What is the Galaxy J2 (2016) main camera?
The Galaxy J2 (2016) has a 8 MP · f/2.2 main camera.
Does the Galaxy J2 (2016) have 5G?
The Galaxy J2 (2016) does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
How much does the Galaxy J2 (2016) weigh?
The Galaxy J2 (2016) weighs 138 g.
What colours does the Galaxy J2 (2016) come in?
The Galaxy J2 (2016) is available in 3 colours: Black, White, Gold.
Is the Galaxy J2 (2016) worth buying?
Galaxy J2 (2016) put an AMOLED screen and removable battery at $130, becoming one of Samsung's best-selling entry phones in India and Southeast Asia. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy J2 (2016) an editorial score of 42/100.
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