Samsung Galaxy J5 (2017) Overview
The Samsung Galaxy J5 (2017) is a mid-range smartphone that offers a good balance of features and performance. Running on Android 7.0 (Nougat) with the option to upgrade to Android 8.1 (Oreo), this device is powered by an octa-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53 processor and Exynos 7870 Octa chipset, along with Mali-T830 MP1 GPU. The phone comes with 16GB of internal storage and 2GB of RAM in the global version, while the LATAM and SEA versions offer 32GB of storage and 2GB or 3GB of RAM in the Pro edition.
The Galaxy J5 (2017) sports a 5.2-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing vibrant colors and sharp visuals. The screen-to-body ratio is 71.5%, and the pixel density is 282 PPI. The phone supports microSD cards up to 256GB for additional storage.
In terms of connectivity, the Galaxy J5 (2017) offers Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS with A-GPS, GLONASS, and BDS, NFC, and FM radio. It supports 4G LTE networks and has a variety of sensors including accelerometer, proximity, and compass.
The main camera on the Galaxy J5 (2017) is a 13MP shooter with LED flash, capable of recording videos in 1080p at 30fps. The front-facing camera is also 13MP with an f/1.9 aperture for clear selfie shots.
Pros:
- Super AMOLED display for vibrant colors
- Expandable storage up to 256GB
- Good camera quality for both rear and front cameras
- Solid performance for everyday tasks
- Decent battery life with 3000 mAh capacity
Cons:
- Limited internal storage in the global version
- Lower resolution display compared to other smartphones in its price range
- No USB Type-C port for faster data transfer speeds