Galaxy J7 (2017)
J7 metal upgrade.
The Galaxy J7 (2017) is a budget Samsung smartphone released Jul 2017, with a launch price of $300. It pairs the Exynos 7870 with a 5.5" HD display, a capable main camera and a 3,600 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 65/100 — J7 (2017) metal refresh. Standout strengths: metal body upgrade. and 13 mp selfie cam. Main trade-off: hd only — still 720p.
J7 (2017) metal refresh.
J7 (2017) brought aluminium body + 13 MP selfie to Samsung's J-line.
Read the full review- Metal body upgrade.
- 13 MP selfie cam.
- 3 GB RAM bump.
- Removable battery.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Galaxy J7 (2017) compares
| Galaxy J7 (2017) | Y100 | Galaxy M36 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 65 | 65 | 65 |
| Chipset | Exynos 7870 | Snapdragon 695 | Exynos 1380 |
| Display | 5.5" HD | 6.38" AMOLED 90 Hz | 6.7" Super AMOLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | — | 64 MP · f/1.8 | 50 MP · OIS |
| Battery | 3,600 mAh | 4,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $300 | $269 | $215 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy J7 (2017) released?
The Galaxy J7 (2017) was released in Jul 2017.
How much does the Galaxy J7 (2017) cost?
The Galaxy J7 (2017) launched at $300 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy J7 (2017) screen size and type?
The Galaxy J7 (2017) has a 5.5" HD display.
What chipset does the Galaxy J7 (2017) use?
The Galaxy J7 (2017) is powered by the Exynos 7870 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy J7 (2017) have?
The Galaxy J7 (2017) ships with 3 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy J7 (2017) battery capacity?
The Galaxy J7 (2017) has a 3,600 mAh battery.
What colours does the Galaxy J7 (2017) come in?
The Galaxy J7 (2017) is available in 4 colours: Black, Silver, Gold, Pink.
Is the Galaxy J7 (2017) worth buying?
J7 (2017) brought aluminium body + 13 MP selfie to Samsung's J-line. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy J7 (2017) an editorial score of 65/100.
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