Galaxy J2 Pro
Compact entry Samsung — Super AMOLED at sub-$150.
The Galaxy J2 Pro is a budget Samsung smartphone released Apr 2018, with a launch price of $149. It pairs the Exynos 7570 with a 5.0" Super AMOLED 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 bare-essentials AMOLED budget Samsung. Standout strengths: amoled at sub-$150 was rare. and removable battery. Main trade-off: qhd resolution only.
A bare-essentials AMOLED budget Samsung.
J2 Pro brought AMOLED to entry-level at the cost of RAM and resolution. A practical phone for users with very basic needs.
Read the full review- AMOLED at sub-$150 was rare.
- Removable battery.
- Compact 5″ body.
- microSD + headphone jack.
Full specifications
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How the Galaxy J2 Pro compares
| Galaxy J2 Pro | iPhone 6 | Galaxy J2 (2016) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 42 | 42 | 42 |
| Chipset | Exynos 7570 | Apple A8 | Exynos 3475 |
| Display | 5.0" Super AMOLED | 4.7" LCD 60 Hz | 5.0" AMOLED 60 Hz |
| 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 | $149 | $649 | $130 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy J2 Pro released?
The Galaxy J2 Pro was released in Apr 2018.
How much does the Galaxy J2 Pro cost?
The Galaxy J2 Pro launched at $149 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy J2 Pro screen size and type?
The Galaxy J2 Pro has a 5.0" Super AMOLED display.
What chipset does the Galaxy J2 Pro use?
The Galaxy J2 Pro is powered by the Exynos 7570 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy J2 Pro have?
The Galaxy J2 Pro ships with 1.5 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy J2 Pro battery capacity?
The Galaxy J2 Pro has a 2,600 mAh battery.
What is the Galaxy J2 Pro main camera?
The Galaxy J2 Pro has a 8 MP · f/2.2 main camera.
Does the Galaxy J2 Pro have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy J2 Pro has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Galaxy J2 Pro weigh?
The Galaxy J2 Pro weighs 153 g.
What colours does the Galaxy J2 Pro come in?
The Galaxy J2 Pro is available in 4 colours: Black, Gold, Pink, Blue.
Is the Galaxy J2 Pro worth buying?
J2 Pro brought AMOLED to entry-level at the cost of RAM and resolution. A practical phone for users with very basic needs. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy J2 Pro an editorial score of 42/100.
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