The Samsung company is one of the leaders in the smartphone market. One of the main secrets of success is a wide range of models that are designed to suit every taste and budget. The J line is budget smartphones. They are preferred by fans of the Korean brand who are looking for an affordable device. One of the most popular smartphones on this moment is "Samsung J5". The reviews contain positive comments both about this model, as well as about its modification.

Main characteristics

The Samsung J5 smartphone is of great interest. Reviews showed the high popularity of the model, and therefore a modification was released in 2016. She received the following characteristics:

• operating system- Android 6.0.1;
• RAM - 2 GB;
• internal memory - 16 GB (9 GB is actually available to the user);
• SuperAMOLED screen with a diagonal of 5.2 inches;
• main camera - 13 MP;
• front camera - 5 MP (LED flash);
• 2 SIM cards (Micro);
• battery capacity - 3100 mAh;
• weight - 159 grams;
• In addition to the smartphone itself, the package includes a network adapter, a microUSB cable, and a headset.

Design

Considering appearance smartphone "Samsung J5", reviews draw some analogies with the device Galaxy Alpha, which was popular in 2014. It was then that a metal frame was used for the first time. But nothing outstanding design of this smartphone is not different. We can say that this is a typical representative of this Korean brand, which received a little bit of everything from different devices ( rounded corners, protruding camera, Home key, etc.). “Budget” only shows the quality of materials and the lack of backlighting on the touch keys.

Almost all controls are located in a traditional way. The only exception is the headphone jack, which has been moved from the top edge to the bottom next to the USB connector and microphone. As in other smartphones from this manufacturer, the volume and power keys are located on the right and left, respectively. Despite the fact that the buttons are tightly seated in the body, there is a slight play. Nevertheless, the press is clear and short.

The edging is made of metal, but this is not its only advantage. It is equipped with a convenient cut that allows the smartphone to fit comfortably in your hand. There are plastic inserts on the bottom and top edges, which is most likely a tribute to fashion. Thus, we can say that the emphasis is placed precisely on the image component, when a budget smartphone looks like a flagship model.

Ergonomics

Speaking about the ergonomic characteristics of the Samsung J5 smartphone, reviews focus on the fact that back cover is removable. This gives access to the battery (it can be replaced if necessary), as well as two SIM cards and a memory card. It is worth noting that all three slots are allocated separately. Thus, there is no need to choose between an additional SIM card and memory expansion. The elements are located so that you do not have to take out the battery to change any of the cards. In fact, considering the latest trends, the removable cover and battery are a huge advantage as they can be replaced without going to a service center.

Screen

The main element of any smartphone is, of course, the screen. When considering the Samsung J5, customer reviews note the size of the display. The usual 5 inches is no longer enough for many. But not everyone decides to purchase a huge device with a diagonal of 5.5 inches. 5.2 inches is exactly the “golden mean”. At a resolution of 1280 by 720, oddly enough, the picture looks more than decent. However, upon closer inspection of the icons and fonts, you may notice some looseness. Like many other inexpensive smartphones from the Korean manufacturer, this device was not equipped with an automatic brightness adjustment function.

Reviews call the undoubted advantage of the Samsung J5 the Super Amoled screen, which implies a large wide color gamut and brightness reserve. Speaking of the last indicator, with one click the user can switch the backlight to maximum mode. This will help make the screen more readable, for example, on a sunny day. At the same time, thanks to numerous improvements, the Amoled screen does not “hurt the eyes”, as it was before. Adding to this low power consumption, we can say that the budget smartphone has the highest quality screen.

Interface and software

The Samsung J5 smartphone has managed to win the love of customers. Characteristics, reviews, price - all this is important. But the main thing is ease of use, which is largely ensured by the operating system. This device operates under Android control 6.01. The proprietary TouchWiz shell has been slightly simplified, which makes operation much easier. It is worth focusing on the following possibilities:

• flexible desktop grid configuration;
• Quickly launch the camera application by double pressing the Home key;
• the ability to control the device with one hand;
• support for a large catalog of desktop themes;
• useful branded applications (news aggregator, calendar, etc.);
• possibility of integration with Microsoft;
• 100 GB cloud data storage.

Performance

The main disadvantage of this smartphone can be considered its processor. The manufacturer preferred the Snapdragon 410. This is the youngest representative of the 2016 model range. Performance tests don't show the best results. The first thing that stops us from justifying the decision of the manufacturer of such a device as the Samsung Galaxy J5 phone is the price. Reviews agree that with an average cost of 15,000 rubles, you want something more from the device. Although, it is worth noting that the developers managed to achieve the minimum performance threshold below which the device could slow down and freeze under load. But the smartphone can be praised for its extremely low consumption.

Autonomy

Specifications will help you make the final decision on purchasing a Samsung J5 smartphone. Reviews note the importance of such an indicator as autonomy. This device is equipped with a 3100 mAh battery. Considering the compact size of the smartphone itself and the battery, this is quite a decent figure, which was achieved by increasing the density and voltage.

Despite the fact that 3100 mAh is not a record figure for modern smartphone, the autonomy indicators are quite decent. The battery charge lasts for 10 hours of browsing the Internet, 40 hours of listening to music (with the screen off) or 9 hours of watching videos. At maximum load, the charge lasts almost 6 hours. And if you use your device in moderate mode, you don’t have to worry about the need to charge it for 2-2.5 days. It is unknown what the battery's safety margin is, but in its new condition it performs quite well.

Camera

The Samsung J5 phone has good hardware. Reviews focus on the camera. The application interface will be familiar and understandable to regular users of devices of this brand. There is nothing new here, except for the interesting work of the front flash. In addition to the LED light source, a screen is also used. At the moment of shooting, its brightness level increases to maximum. It is worth noting the following main points regarding camera performance and image quality:

• high detail not only in the center, but also along the edges of the image;
• too long a minimum focusing distance makes the smartphone not the most suitable for macro photography;
• there is color vignetting;
• despite high-quality lighting optics, there is a lack of light in the frame;
• the camera effectively prevents effects and glare;
• good shooting quality text documents with flash;
• the front camera takes high-quality photos even in low light, and the flash makes the background more readable (at the same time, detail is extremely low due to the lack of autofocus);
• high video quality, which manifests itself in the smoothness of the picture.

Main competitors

Reviews demonstrate the popularity of the Samsung J5 smartphone. The price is in the range of 15,000-17,000 rubles, however, some may find it too high for the presented set of characteristics. In this regard, the following devices may compete:

• ASUS ZenFone Max costs 2000-3000 rubles cheaper than the presented device. At the same time, it boasts a more capacious battery, expanded internal memory and a more modern processor.
• Alcatel Idol 4 costs a little more than a Samsung smartphone. However, this is justified by the large volume random access memory(3 GB), light weight (only 135 grams), and an 8-megapixel front camera. However, the devices of this brand have not yet established themselves, and therefore, by buying them, you will be a pioneer.
• Xiaomi Redmi 3 wins in almost all respects. A 4100 mAh battery, light weight, and interesting design make this device especially attractive. At the same time, the price fluctuates between 8000 - 1000 rubles.

Positive reviews

If you are planning to buy a mobile samsung phone Galaxy J5 reviews will help you understand the advantages of the device. These include the following points:

• there is a vibration notification function for missed events when you pick up the phone;
• you can turn off the call by turning the smartphone screen down;
• good autonomy (with moderate intensity of use, the charge lasts for 2 days);
• The memory card slot is dedicated separately;
• practically does not heat up when charging;
• excellent design that makes the smartphone look like a flagship device;
• loud and high-quality sound;
• does not freeze even when working with heavy games;
• pleasant tactile sensations when working with a smartphone;
• presence of front flash;
• good responsive sensor;
• Availability of a suite of office applications.

Negative reviews

Despite all the positive aspects, this device is not without its drawbacks. If you advanced user, you may not like the following points:

• there is no indicator of missed events (this is a problem with all budget devices from the Korean manufacturer);
• vibration response of touch keys is not provided;
• the back cover is made of very cheap plastic, which quickly gets scratched if you carry the phone without a case;
• no normal music player(need to install by yourself);
• the front panel is not covered with protective glass (you need to buy and stick it yourself);
• slightly confusing menu; the camera could have been better;
• The smartphone is a little heavy, and therefore the hand quickly gets tired when working with it.

Smartphone "Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime": reviews, characteristics

Not long ago, a new representative of the J line appeared on the smartphone market. We are talking about the Samsung J5 Prime phone. Reviews note the elegant design, atypical for this budget line. A metal body and high-quality glass with rounded edges are typical features of a “flagship”. The device is quite compact and fits comfortably in the hand. The assembly is of high quality and does not cause any complaints.

Like many other budget smartphones, this device is not equipped with backlit touch keys. On the other hand, the device received an indicator of missed events, which is so lacking in many phones from Samsung. The mechanical Home key is equipped with a fingerprint scanner. Unfortunately, it doesn't always work.

It is worth noting a very unexpected location external speaker(under the power button). Oddly enough, this decision turned out to be very successful. The speaker is not muffled either by the surface of the table or the fabric of the pocket. Also, you won't cover it with your hands while playing games or watching videos.

It is almost impossible to find fault with the quality of the screen. Color reproduction is quite natural, even though the display is not perfectly calibrated. The 2D glass and oleophobic coating deserve all praise. Perhaps the most serious drawback is the lack of automatic brightness adjustment.

Conclusion

Samsung is the undisputed leader in the smartphone market. If you want to get a budget device with a flagship “appearance”, pay attention to the J line. Galaxy J5 is a worthy representative of the popular Korean brand.

In June, Samsung made a double announcement - two smartphones of the same line appeared at once, and these are the Galaxy J7 and J5. So if you suddenly want to buy a smartphone with an average budget, you will either have to choose between last year’s flagships or choose something new. Therefore, it will be very difficult to choose, although it is much more interesting to get Samsung Galaxy J5 and Galaxy J7, because they have a new design and support micro-SIM and Dual-SIM. By the way, there are models on sale in black, white and gold.

Case materials, dimensions, weight and design

Both Galaxy smartphone J have the same body materials - anodized controls and supposedly a metal frame. As a result, we get a completely traditional design in the Samsung style. The difference in size is not particularly noticeable, but if you attach too much importance to this, then here are the numbers: Galaxy J7 - 152.2 x 78.7 x 7.5 mm, Galaxy J5 - 142.1 x 71.8 x 7.9 mm. Accordingly, the weight of the first is 171 g, and the second is 146 g. As I noticed, the design is the same for smartphones, therefore the location of all buttons and the camera is completely identical.

Verdict: When it comes to design and body materials, none of these smartphones win. They are completely identical and the only difference is in size. But in fact it will be more convenient to use the Galaxy J5 - it is more compact and will fit better in the hand.

Screen, dimensions and resolution

Samsung once again does not surprise us with anything here. Galaxy J5 and Galaxy J7 received capacitive multi-touch Super AMOLED screens. The older model has a 5.5-inch screen, and the J5 has a 5-inch one. Since the technologies are identical, the resolution is the same - 1280 x 720 pixels. But the difference in diagonal leads to a difference in pixel density - 267ppi and 294ppi. Of course, the density is higher Galaxy screen J5.

Verdict: Both smartphones show very good image quality. Of course, the Galaxy J5 wins due to its smaller diagonal - the picture on its screen is slightly clearer. And yet, in reality, you are unlikely to notice any difference.

Camera

Both smartphones have the same cameras – both the front and the main ones. And on the back panel of the J5 and J7 they placed a 13-megapixel camera, with LED flash, digital zoom, and autofocus. It is also worth noting that there is support for HDR shooting, white balance presets, touch focus, ISO control, geo-tagging and face recognition. The front 5-megapixel cameras also received LED flashes for cool selfies.

Verdict: Each of these smartphones takes great photos and high quality video, both in normal lighting and in insufficient lighting.

Hardware and software

Galaxy J5 and Galaxy J7 received Snapdragon processors, but the J7 is more powerful - it has an eight-core processor (4x 1.4GHz and 4x 1GHz), while the J5 runs on a quad-core processor with a frequency of 1.2GHz. There is also a difference in the graphics processor: Galaxy J7 – Adreno 405, Galaxy J5 – Adreno 306. But installed version The firmware and version of TouchWiz are the same.

Each smartphone has 1.5 GB of RAM. The Galaxy J7 has a minimum of 16GB of memory, and the Galaxy J5 has a minimum of 8GB, but you can still use MicroSD cards up to 128GB.

Smartphones have lithium ion batteries different capacities: J7 – 3000 mAh, J5 – 2600 mAh.

Verdict: With eight core processor and more powerful GPU Galaxy J7 still remains the leader in performance. However, that doesn't mean the Galaxy J5 will disappoint. Even though J7 has 2 times more internal memory, can be used at any time MicroSD card. And the fact that the battery in the J7 is larger is also far from an advantage, because it has a more powerful processor.

Price and purchase

Before purchasing the Samsung J5 (2017), I began to study prices; there was nothing special to monitor, because... the official price for purchase “today” was the same - 17,999 rubles, some stores gave a discount of one and a half thousand rubles for “deferred purchase”.

And then I saw a great offer on Aliexpress! I ordered from the Russian Tmall Mall, with goods from world brands, delivery by courier from a warehouse in Moscow. The gadget is original, no different from what is presented in DNS, Eldorado and other hardware stores, it arrived in 2 days with all warranty documents.

Specifications

OS version – Android 7.0

SIM card type – nano SIM (2 pcs)

Diagonal 5.2 inch

Dimensions (WxHxD) 71.3x146.2x8 mm

Camera (rear and front) – 13 MP

Flash (rear and front) – LED

Built-in memory 16 GB

RAM capacity 2 GB

Case color

The updated Samsung J5 (2017) line features 4 colors, while initially only 3 were announced in Russia: black, blue and gold; pink remained unavailable for order for a long time. Now in some online stores you can find the J5 in a pink case; pink has not been seen in offline sales.

Initially, I chose between blue and gold, but my soul wanted white. It should be noted that all shades are metallic.

• Blue is a mixture of silver and is a unique shade of Samsung.
• Gold is more reminiscent of sandy beige, a discreet shade, without any pretensions to Luhari!

Equipment

Along with the smartphone, the box also contains:

Charger (consists of a socket and a USB cable),

Headphones (standard 3.5 output),

Plug for opening slots.

Design

The phone body is made of metal, the back cover is matte and very pleasant to the touch; it can slide in dry hands. The front panel and screen are filled with glass, there is only one button on the front. The slots for two SIM cards and a memory card are located on the side, they open when pressed with a plug, they will not open accidentally.

By the way, Samsung’s case is non-separable, so non-removable battery, so separate replacement of this part is not possible (just like Apple).

Photo and video quality

Both front and rear cameras are 13 MP, each equipped with a flash.

Samsung J5 issues nice picture, both in photo and video. The smartphone's zoom works great, even at maximum zoom you can see the details of the photo.

I mostly take my photos for reviews on a Canon IXUS point-and-shoot camera, I can say that now my hand is more drawn to the phone, because it is less picky about lighting, and Canon starts to be a bit mischievous and makes a lot of noise when shooting a dark object.

Sound and speech quality during conversations

Unfortunately, the phone does not have noise reduction, so if you call from the street, then your interlocutor hears not only you, but also the wind, traffic, etc.

Several times my interlocutors (people from different communication providers) said that I was disappearing or that something was rustling, but I could hear them perfectly.

The phone picks up the signal well, there is a signal in the elevator, in the suburbs it also stays more confident than in previous smartphone.

The reproduced sound (music, video, phone signals) is clear, without interference or rustling. The speakers are separated, if I watch a video on YouTube and immediately turn on music, different speakers will work.

Other characteristics

The sensor works very quickly. The phone is simple and easy to use. There are no problems with the signal or connection quality.

Charges quickly. Charge holds for a long time:

• 1-1.5 days, this includes active viewing of videos and using Whats App.
• I think that if you just make calls and correspond, it will last up to 3 days.

Safety

From additional functions, there is a fingerprint sensor, it is located in the central button of the phone, on the front panel, the sensor remembers up to 3 prints. The phone quickly responds to the owner’s fingerprint, but you won’t be able to unlock the Samsung with wet hands. Additionally, you can set another way to lock the device: a password or a graphic pattern.

If you connect a smartphone to a computer, the latter does not see any information until the owner unlocks the phone and presses the “Allow” command.

A quick comparison between Samsung J5 (2017) and Samsung J5 (2016)

The updated version has a different design, the camera on the rear panel is located differently. The newcomer also had “arches” on the rear panel and the metal trim on the speaker disappeared. The location of the holes and the number of slots remain the same. Samsung 2017 is the same width as Samsung 2016, but slightly longer than its predecessor.

Samsung's flagship smartphone models have long been among the best on the market. The company always pays attention to more affordable lines, in particular the Galaxy A series of 2016 and 2017, but the popular J series has undergone the most radical changes. Let's take a closer look at the smartphone Samsung Galaxy J5 2017.

The Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 phone in an aluminum case looks quite simple, as it does not attract undue attention. If it were not for the presence of a branded inscription on it, it could be easily confused with many other models from different manufacturers. Its appearance can be called boring, but at the same time strict, but there are no characteristic features.

The elements are arranged in a standard manner for this manufacturer, and everyone is already accustomed to this: volume control buttons are located on the left, under the display there is a physical “Home” with a fingerprint scanner and a touch “Back”, as well as a button with a list of recently launched applications. Only 3 prints can be stored in memory.

At the bottom end of the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 there are jacks for headphones and a charger. On the right is the lock key, above which you can see a small speaker slot. This arrangement of the latter may be unusual for users, but in terms of functionality this solution is better, since it is not blocked by the hand and is not muffled during use.

There are certain simplifications in the model that were made intentionally by the developers. There is no backlighting of the touch keys placed on the sides of the main mechanical central one. Double clicking on “Home” launches the camera.

Users say that the smartphone gives a good operating experience. The elements are placed in a familiar way, so users who are accustomed to phones from this manufacturer do not need a period of adaptation to the new gadget. Optimal dimensions and streamlined lines of the body are additional factors that make using a smartphone very convenient. The weight of the device is not that large, however, in the hand there is a feeling that the thing is really solid.

Design and ergonomics

The creators of the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 really adhere to the principle that half the success is making a beautiful device. Model previous version had only a metal frame, and the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 has a significant change in design.

The front side of the device has a lot in common with the A series and the previous version of this model, but on the back everything has changed. Plastic inserts for antenna operation and a non-protruding camera block are placed in a convenient and functional metal case.

From the point of view of tactile sensations and ergonomics this model the smartphone is quite pleasant, and color plays a significant role in perception. For example, blue looks different depending on the lighting, so it always looks attractive. Under artificial light it may appear gray. IN model range There are also dark blue and gold options available. In each version, the front panel uses the same paint color as the main body.

Display

The screen of the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 is made using SuperAMOLED technology, which has become familiar to most modern devices. The display diagonal is 5.2 inches and the resolution is 1280x720 pixels. Settings allow you to optimize colors so that they appear more natural.

The backlight level of the screen can be changed within the range of 6-350 cd/m². To improve readability in bright sunlight, an option such as increased brightness is provided. In the settings, you can select one of the presented color rendering options, as well as adjust the white balance manually. There is a built-in blue filter. It is designed to reduce the degree negative influence on human vision. Using the settings, you can independently exclude blue color and all its shades from the gamut, then the screen will turn slightly yellow, but will not harm your eyesight.

The display has one drawback - it is not very high resolution, but in practice it is not visible. If you look closely, you can distinguish individual pixels, but the brightness and saturation of color rendering, good readability and excellent contrast, even under conditions of strong illumination, really distract from examining individual points.

On top of the screen there is protective glass with a 2.5D effect, which has become quite popular in Lately.

Overall, the screen perception remains good, and it can even be compared with competitors with Full HD matrices. There is also one limitation here, which indicates that the model is budget-friendly, despite the fact that AMOLED technology is used in the smartphone and there is no Always on Display mode.

Equipment

The box with the new Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 contains the device itself, cable charger, as well as headphones and a device for opening trays where SIM cards are placed.

Specifications Samsung Galaxy J5 2017

The previous modification of the J5 2016 model operated on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 platform, and the 2017 model was equipped with SoC made by Samsung- Exynos Octa 7870, previously used for J7 2016. The amount of RAM here is 2 gigabytes, and permanent memory is 16 gigabytes, which is considered minimally sufficient by modern user standards. The device is equipped with separate slots for two SIM cards in nano format, as well as for a memory card.

As previously said, Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 received AMOLED screen, 5.2 inches diagonal, resolution 1280×720 pixels. For budget segment this is a completely reasonable decision. The base platform was Samsung Exynos 7870, which has good performance and optimal resource consumption.

There are a couple of cameras: main 13 MP (f/1.7), front 13 MP (f/1.9) + flash. Both cameras give excellent quality pictures, which is why many users fell in love with them. On the list wireless technologies The following are presented: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS. The battery capacity is 3000 mAh.

Additional options include an accelerometer, light sensor, fingerprint scanner, and NFC. Dimensions: 146.2 x 71.3 x 8.0 mm, weighing 160 g. The smartphone uses Android 7.0 as an operating system.

Performance

The Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 smartphone is powered by a self-produced Exynos 7 Octa 7870 chipset. This is a 64-bit processor with eight cores, equipped with a Mali T830 video accelerator. There are versions based on the Qualcomm chipset on the market, but they have not been able to gain widespread popularity. The existing processor from the manufacturer, complete with 2 gigabytes of RAM, copes with the assigned tasks quite well.

All office applications they work here without problems, and the smartphone itself is initially equipped with them. You can also play arcade games on it, which it can handle easily, even if they have 3D graphics, but you will need to set the settings to medium.

Folders on your phone can be opened instantly, and applications launch without delay. There are no lags when switching between applications. Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 is a truly worthwhile phone equipped with the most latest version Android 7.0 at the time of release.

During testing, the device showed average results, but in real life it cannot be called too fast. If you use it slowly, then it has enough speed, but there is no reserve of performance. In game modes, its performance is average, and when running complex graphics, stuttering is noticeable.

In terms of minor improvements, there's a lot that's new here. Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 is equipped with dual-band Wi-Fi module, there is a fingerprint scanner, as well as an NFC and MST module. It turns out that in terms of its capabilities, it is not very different from the brand’s flagship models. It can be used as a means of payment, which has recently become more and more relevant.

Cameras

Each camera of the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 has its own characteristics. The front one is equipped with autofocus, and both have flashes. The cameras received the same resolution - 13 megapixels. The difference is in the aperture ratio of the optics used: f/1.7 for the main one, f/1.9 for the front one. What distinguishes them from the previous model is the presence of an HDR mode.

The main camera takes better pictures, but it still lags behind the flagship models. This is not too critical for users. The front camera has become much better. Now selfies will look like they were taken with a more expensive smartphone.

Photo

Operation speed Samsung cameras Galaxy J5 2017 is quite tall, the smartphone is quick to take off, which is what users like. The focusing speed of the main cameras is slightly slower than on older models, but this is not too critical. Pictures are obtained with natural colors, as well as correctly defined white balance.

The resulting photos are quite good High Quality even with magnification. If you look closely, you can see that not all the details are well worked out.

Video

Video shooting is carried out in Full HD format at 30 frames per second. The videos are of fairly good quality.

Front-camera

Possibilities front camera became significantly wider as it became more sensitive and received greater resolution. You can take spectacular selfies with it. An LED flash and a lot of different tools with which the resulting images can be instantly edited - all this is intended for selfie lovers.

You can correct your skin tone or enlarge your eyes, and much more. The wide-screen selfie mode is aimed at users who like to take photos with friends.

A very interesting option is the floating shutter button. Samsung photo The Galaxy J5 2017 is turning out really good.

Sound and music playback quality

On the right side of the Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 there is a speaker that works great. It is quite loud, and overloads are practically not typical for it. The sound is of high quality. The sound in the headphones is no different from alternative models, however, there is no problem with insufficient volume.

The voice is transmitted stably. The speaker transmits the interlocutor's speech clearly and clearly, and the microphone does not distort the voice. The noise suppression system does a good job of getting rid of unnecessary sounds and almost completely eliminates echoes when talking in a spacious room.

operating system

The smartphone has an operating system installed Android system 7.0 Nougat. It differs from earlier versions in a lot of different settings, as well as options not presented before. The design of the system can be called familiar.