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Samsung Galaxy J3 Review

Main Features

  • Android 5.1.1 Lollipop Operating System
  • 8 MP Main Camera
  • 5 MP Front Camera
  • 1920 x 1080 Max Video Resolution
  • 5" 720 x 1280 pixels Super AMOLED Screen
  • 142.30 x 71.00 x 7.90 mm External Dimensions
  • 138 gr weight
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Samsung Galaxy J3 Overview

Samsung Galaxy J3 is a Android phone with 7.99MP main camera and 4.92 MP front camera. Galaxy J3 features a 5" sized Super AMOLED screen with 720 x 1280 pixels. Samsung released Galaxy J3 to market in 2015

Samsung Galaxy J3 has an Overall Score of 55/100 and ranked #1203 out of 1838 in Android phones, and ranked #1231 out of 1941 in all smartphones.

Pros and Cons of Samsung Galaxy J3

Now let's start with comparing Samsung Galaxy J3 to the average smart phone in its class and list out the Pro's in detail.

PROs
Thin ( 7.90 mm) Body
Removable storage ( microSD microSDHC microSDXC )
Fast Internet with 4G
Large 5 " LCD Screen
High Resolution Front Camera
LED Flash

CONs
No Face Detection
No Geotagging feature
No Panorama Mode
No Optical Image Stabilization
Samsung Galaxy J3 Physical Specs

Samsung Galaxy J3 weighs 138g and has external dimensions of 142.30 x 71.00 x 7.90 mm. Considering that the average weight of all smartphones is 134g, its weight is about average in its class. On the other hand, with a thickness of only 7.90mm, it is quite thin, compared to the average thickness of 9.31mm of its class.

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In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Samsung Galaxy J3, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.


Samsung Galaxy J3 Screen

Screen size, resolution and quality are some of the most important features to consider when choosing a smartphone. Samsung Galaxy J3 sports a 5" sized 24bit Super AMOLED main screen with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels.

The width of the Samsung Galaxy J3 screen is 2.45" and its height is 4.36", giving an Aspect ratio of 1.78.

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The screen-to-body surface ratio of Galaxy J3 is 70%.

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Pixel density (PPI:Pixels per inch) of a display is an indicator of its clarity and level of details. Samsung Galaxy J3 has a pixel density of 294ppi. With a DPI of 294, it has average resolution within its class of smartphones.

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Samsung Galaxy J3 Detailed Specifications

1. GENERAL
BrandSamsung
ModelGalaxy J3
Number of SIM2
Release Date2015
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1.1 Lollipop
CPUARM Cortex-A53
Max CPU Clock Speed1200 MHz
CPU Bits64 bit
GPUQualcomm Adreno 306
GPU Frequency400 MHz
RAM1.5 GB
RAM Frequency533 MHz
RAM TypeLPDDR3
2. CAMERA
Main Camera Resolution8 MP
Front Camera Resolution5 MP
Geotagging
HDR
LED Flash
Face Detection
Face Unlock
Burst Mode
Panorama Mode
Touch Focus
Optical Image Stabilization
Digital Image Stabilization
Dual Camera Recording
3. BATTERY
Battery TypeLi-Ion
Max Standby time330 h
Battery Capacity2600 mah
4. SENSORS
Accelerometer
Compass
GPS
Gyroscope
Barometer
Fingerprint Scan
Heartrate Sensor
Thermometer
Humidity Sensor
Pedometer Sensor

5. SCREEN
LCD Size5 "
LCD Resolution720 x 1280 pixels
LCD DPI294
LCD TypeSuper AMOLED
Proximity Sensor
Multi Touch
Ambient Light Sensor
Number of Colors24 bit
Display Protectionn/a
In Display Fingerprint
Bluelight Filter
6. MEMORY
Buit in Memory8 GB
External Memory Card Support
External Memory Card TypemicroSD microSDHC microSDXC
7. CONNECTIVITY
Connection PortMicro USB
Bluetooth Version4.1
NFC
GPS
Wifi
3G
4G
Infrared
Mobile Hotspot
8. PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight138 g
Dimensions142.30 x 71.00 x 7.90 mm
9. NETWORKS
4G (HSPA+)
Samsung Galaxy J3 Camera Features

Main RearCam
Resolution8 MP
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