Samsung Galaxy J2 Core specs, price, review

Samsung Galaxy J2 Core specs, price, review

It can be tough to achieve great user experience from a handset with limited hardware resources. Therefore, Android Go was created to ensure that smartphones with low-end hardware can perform well in this price-sensitive tech era. The Samsung Galaxy J2 Core was released as the first phone from the firm to run on Android Oreo (Go Edition).

Samsung Galaxy J2 Core
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Its predecessor, the Samsung Galaxy J2(2018), has 16 GB of ROM, while the Core has 8/16GB. The J2 is also slimmer than the Core, making it easier to carry in the pocket. The Samsung Galaxy J2 Core price in Nigeria ranges from 31,500 Naira to 55,999 Naira, a fair price for an entry-level smartphone.

Overview

These are some of the Samsung Galaxy J2 Core advantages and disadvantages.

The good

  • No bloatware.

The bad

  • Low-resolution display.
  • The performance of the cameras is below average.
  • Minimal internal storage space.

Specs

  • Build material: Plastic
  • Size: 5.0 inches
  • Dimensions: 143.4 x 72.1 x 8.9 mm
  • Weight: 154 g
  • Colors: Lavender, Gold, and Black
  • Display: PLS TFT capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
  • Display resolution: 540 x 960 pixels
  • Display resolution density: 220 PPI
  • SIM card: Dual SIM
  • SIM type: Micro-SIM, dual stand-by
  • Chipset: Exynos 7570 Quad (14 nm)
  • GPU: Mali-T720
  • CPU: Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
  • Operating system: Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition)
  • Internal storage: 8GB/16GM ROM 1GB RAM
  • Expandable storage: MicroSD, up to 256 GB
  • Rear camera: 8 MP, f/2.2
  • Selfie camera: 5 MP, f/2.2
  • Battery: Removable Li-Ion 2600 mAh battery
  • USB: Micro-USB 2.0, USB On-The-Go
  • WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
  • Bluetooth: 4.2, A2DP
  • Sensors: Proximity and accelerometer
  • Price: From 31,500 Naira

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Hardware

The Samsung Galaxy J2 Core features the following hardware properties.

Design

This device is easy to hold and has a good plastic build, a significant factor that contributes to its low price. It is available in three beautiful colors; Blue, Black, and Gold.

Display

Similar to its predecessor, the J2 Core sports a 5-inch display with a 16:9 aspect ratio. Its pixel density is relatively good at 220 PPI, alongside a screen resolution of 540 x 960 pixels. Although most other phones in this price segment have a HD panel, its PLS TFT capacitive display is acceptable.

Samsung Galaxy J2 Core price
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On the right side of the device is the power button, while the volume rocker is on the left. They are all easily reachable to users as a result of the small dimensions of the phone. The Samsung logo is below the display, and the capacitive touch buttons are absent on this device as it uses on-screen navigation.

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At the bottom, you will find a micro-USB port, alongside a 3.5 mm headphone jack and microphone. The back part is equipped with a rear camera, LED flash, Samsung logo, and speaker. The back cover is removable, giving users access to a removable battery, two micro SIM slots, and an SD card slot. The top part of the display is packed with a 5 MP selfie camera and earpiece. Speaker?

Processor, storage, and performance

The firm chose to use its own Exynos 7570 processor to run this device. This handset is powered by a quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU clocked at 1.4GHz. It is manufactured through a 14nm FinFET process. Additionally, the GPU at work is the Mali-T720.

The J2 Core has 8/16GB of ROM and 1GB RAM. This is such a huge letdown in today’s competitive tech industry. In the 8GM model, out of the 8GB, only 4GB is available to users.

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Luckily, you can use a microSD card of up to 256GB to obtain more storage space. To free more space from the internal storage, users have the option to transfer supported applications to the microSD card.

This device is able to deliver a lag-free experience when running most operations. Basic actions such as browsing and using WhatsApp are moderately incisive. However, it offers limited support for games. Some of the games supported by the device are Alto’s Odyssey and Angry Birds, which are playable with occasional slowdowns.

Battery

With a 2600mAh removable battery, the device offers great battery life. For a moderate phone user, the phone can last a day without having to recharge. When running out of charge, users have the option to switch to battery saver mode. Following the activation of this mode, GPS, WI-FI, and Bluetooth are switched off. It takes around three hours to acquire full charge after complete depletion.

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Speaker and call quality

Similar to most other entry-level phones, the audio quality from the speaker and earpiece is mediocre. However, users can still hear the message being conveyed.

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Software

Let us discover Samsung Galaxy J2 Core all details concerning its software.

Operating system and features

Samsung Galaxy J2 Core Android version 8.1 Oreo (Go edition) is the operating system used by the device. This Android version was designed to facilitate the proper running of handsets with low-powered hardware.

The device comes with preinstalled Go versions of applications such as YouTube, Gmail, and Google Maps. These apps take up less space compared to their standard versions. However, their functionality is limited to an extent.

For example, Google Maps Go cannot direct users to their precise destination. This is because it requires the support of a companion app known as Navigation Go for it to function accordingly.

Bloatware has been kept under control in this handset, and you only get Samsung Max, Galaxy Apps, Samsung Members, and Ultra Apps preinstalled. The latter allows users to run Web versions of applications such as Instagram and Facebook while saving on data consumption through Samsung Max.

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Camera, video, and image quality

It comes with an 8 MP rear camera and 5 MP selfie camera. From the selfie camera, users only get a timer, filters, and a few beautification options. The primary camera offers autofocus, regardless of its slow speed in focusing on subjects and setting exposure.

This selfie was taken with the front camera of the phone.

Samsung Galaxy J2 Core advantages and disadvantages
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When capturing an object at a distance, its image lacks detail. For landscape photography, the phone sometimes struggles to set the right exposure. This results in capturing images where the sky appears to be too bright. When capturing photos in darker surroundings, it is vital to have a steady hand. This helps in reducing the noise in captured images.

This photo was captured during darker hours.

Samsung Galaxy J2 Core all details
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Videos are recorded in 1080p at 30 frames per second. Users who wish to vlog using this handset may be disappointed by the outcome due to lack of image stabilization, which is expected, based on its price point.

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Samsung Galaxy J2 Core accessories

Upon purchase, the phone comes with a charging adapter, guide book, and micro-USB cable in the box.

Samsung Galaxy J2 Core reviews

As human beings, we prefer to know how other people liked a particular device or item before deciding to buy it. These are some of the comments left on Ramesh Bakotra’s YouTube channel concerning the J2 Core.

  • ROHIT CHOUDHRY: This phone is best for cameras at this price.
  • GamerTv: J2 core is a trash 1gb ram 16gb memory, nor does it match the same memory. BUY ANOTHER MOBILE PHONE.
  • Hey Biblee: It doesn't have a font style option and lock screen option lol why did I even buy this?
  • CIA FBI: Display isn't good.....
  • Eshaan Shaah: Battery performance is so poor... Maximum SOT 3hours.. Big disappointment.
  • king Nicholas: This phone is not worth buying.
  • Md Nasir Alam: Nice phone.
  • Garmadon: Good for teenagers

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Verdict

Considering this device’s price, it performs considerably well. Its most prominent drawbacks are the 1GB RAM, poor display, and low-performance cameras. If these factors are not a big deal to you, this phone will serve you just fine. If you are not satisfied, check out the Xiaomi Redmi 6A as it has better specifications for a slightly higher price.

The Samsung Galaxy J2 Core is a budget phone that is most suitable for users looking for a handset to carry out simple activities such as calling, texting, browsing, and other similar actions. Would you consider purchasing it?

Source: Legit.ng

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