Galaxy J7 Prime
Metal-clad budget.
The Galaxy J7 Prime is a budget Samsung smartphone released Oct 2016, with a launch price of $250. It pairs the Exynos 7870 with a 5.5" FHD display, a capable main camera and a 3,300 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 63/100 — J7 Prime metal mid. Standout strengths: metal body at $250. and fhd lcd (vs hd amoled on regular j7). Main trade-off: lcd not amoled.
J7 Prime metal mid.
J7 Prime traded AMOLED for FHD LCD and added aluminium build at $250 — popular metal-clad budget.
Read the full review- Metal body at $250.
- FHD LCD (vs HD AMOLED on regular J7).
- 3 GB RAM.
- 32 GB storage.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Galaxy J7 Prime compares
| Galaxy J7 Prime | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | Galaxy S8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 63 | 89 | 64 |
| Chipset | Exynos 7870 | SD 8 Elite | SD 835 |
| Display | 5.5" FHD | 6.73" LTPO AMOLED | 5.8" QHD+ AMOLED |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP · f/1.63 | 12 MP · f/1.7 |
| Battery | 3,300 mAh | 5,410 mAh | 3,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $250 | $1,499 | $720 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy J7 Prime released?
The Galaxy J7 Prime was released in Oct 2016.
How much does the Galaxy J7 Prime cost?
The Galaxy J7 Prime launched at $250 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy J7 Prime screen size and type?
The Galaxy J7 Prime has a 5.5" FHD display.
What chipset does the Galaxy J7 Prime use?
The Galaxy J7 Prime is powered by the Exynos 7870 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy J7 Prime have?
The Galaxy J7 Prime ships with 3 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy J7 Prime battery capacity?
The Galaxy J7 Prime has a 3,300 mAh battery.
What colours does the Galaxy J7 Prime come in?
The Galaxy J7 Prime is available in 4 colours: Black, Gold, Silver, Pink.
Is the Galaxy J7 Prime worth buying?
J7 Prime traded AMOLED for FHD LCD and added aluminium build at $250 — popular metal-clad budget. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy J7 Prime an editorial score of 63/100.
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