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Samsung Galaxy J7 (2018) review

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The Samsung Galaxy J7 (2018) currently has an Informr score of 6 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 1 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
1.6 GHz
Processor
Processor
1.6 GHz
5.5"
Screen Size
Screen Size
5.5"
13+ MP, f/1.7
Camera
Camera
13+ MP, f/1.7
3300 mAh
Battery

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Doing the bare-minimum to just simply have a phone in this price range, Samsung seems to have at least attempted to inject some life into a phone that barely keeps its head above water by upping the camera specs. Much to our dismay, though, that didn’t quite pan out perfectly. While the J7 does have...

- Corey Gaskin, PhoneArena

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Screen Size
5.5"

The Samsung Galaxy J7 (2018)'s screen size is 5.5 inches with 720 x 1280 pixels resolution.
Processor
1.6 GHz

There is a Samsung Exynos 7870 Octa core 1.6 GHz processor (CPU).
OS

The phone runs on the Android 8.0 Oreo (Update Available: 9.0 Pie) operating system (OS).
Camera
13+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 13+ MP, f/1.7 camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera with 13+ megapixels resolution.
Storage
16 GB

Internal memory is 16 GB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC (up to 256 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.
Battery
3300mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 3300 mAh battery. Samsung's performance ratings are 1866 minutes.

Galaxy J7 (2018) Specs

Overview
Release Date June 25, 2018
Regions Available USA
Operating System Android 8.0 Oreo (Update Available: 9.0 Pie)

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Processor Samsung Exynos 7870 Octa core 1.6 GHz
Internal Storage 16 GB
RAM 2 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 1.03 W/kg
Body: 0.76 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included USB Power Adapter, Manual, Data Cable
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Details
Mobile / Cellular Data
4G/LTE
Push-to-talk (PTT)
Wi-Fi Calling
Voice over LTE (VoLTE)
SIM card size
Nano-SIM
Dual SIM
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot
Memory Expansion Slot
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC (up to 256 GB)
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 13+ Megapixels, f/1.7
Zoom
Flash
 Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
 Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, ISO, Multi-shot, Night mode, Panorama, Self-timer, White balance, HDR, Sound & shot
Video Recording Formats
 MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
 Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels), 30 fps
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 13+ Megapixels
Additional Front Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology Super AMOLED
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution 720 x 1280 pixels
Pixel Density 267 pixels
Size 5.5 inches
Secondary Display
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Additional Display Features Capacitive touch screen
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 3300 mAh
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Video Playback Time Up to 1140 minutes
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 1866 minutes
Standby Time Up to 32 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Plastic
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 15.3 x 7.6 x 0.9 cm (6 x 3 x 0.4 in)
Weight 6.38 ounces
Water Resistant / Waterproof
Rugged design
IP Rating
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key
Home Key
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
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Additional Information Other Names (AKA): Samsung Galaxy J7 Refine, Galaxy J7 Star, Galaxy J7 Aura, Galaxy J7 Crown
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