Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime
$0
Overview
Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5.5-inch PLS LCD, Exynos 7870 chipset, 13 main camera, and 3300 mAh battery.
The device runs One UI with features like Galaxy AI and Samsung DeX. Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime
The display of Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime measures 5.5 inches with PLS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime has 3300mAh capacity with 15 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime is powered by the Exynos 7870 chipset with Mali-T830 MP1 GPU.
The memory of Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime offers 3GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses DDR3 technology. Storage is 16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM. Storage can be expanded via microSD card.
The connectivity of Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 4.1.
The build of Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime weighs 167.0g with Aluminum frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 151.7 x 75 x 8 mm (5.97 x 2.95 x 0.31 in).
The software of Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime runs Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), One UI with One UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime
Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime with Exynos 7870 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime has a 3300mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime supports 15 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime is available in 16GB storage options. Storage can be expanded via microSD card for additional capacity.
Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime has a 5.5-inch PLS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.5"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Exynos 7870
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40 |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4g-lte-ca |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | N/A |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 151.7 x 75 x 8 mm (5.97 x 2.95 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight (g) | 167.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front (Gorilla Glass), aluminum/plastic back, aluminum frame |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "Gold", "Rose Gold"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | passive-cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | basic-haptics |
Display
| Panel Type | PLS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:5 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 233 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 73.3 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | s-rgb |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass (market dependent) |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), One UI |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Exynos 7870 |
| CPU | Octa-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Mali-T830 MP1 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | basic-isp |
| Modem | exynos-7870-modem |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | N/A |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | DDR3 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | 16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | full-disk-encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.1 |
| Main Sensor Model | s5k3l8 |
| Main Lens | f/1.9, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | phase-detection |
| Pixel Binning | N/A |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | h264-hevc |
| Slow Motion | 720p-120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | software |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | N/A |
| Sensor Size | 1/4.1 |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | screen-flash |
| Video | 1080p-30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2d-biometrics |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac-aptx |
| DAC/Amp | built-in-dac |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | N/A |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | basic-sensors |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3300 |
| Type | Li-Ion 3300 mAh, non-removable |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 15 |
| Wired Standard | adaptive-fast-charging |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 90 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 15w-charger |
| Battery Health Features | basic-charging-control |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), One UI |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | One UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | basic-game-mode |
| Privacy Features | basic-privacy |
| Accessibility | standard-accessibility |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone-charger-cable-user-manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!