Samsung G phone size 3. Budget smartphone with a good screen - Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016)
The brand is positioning the J line as an entry-level, even though the cost of the top models can go up to 20 thousand rubles. The price spread could not but affect the technical characteristics of the devices. The most striking representatives of the series are the J3, J5 and J7 gadgets.
The company presents the new models as a kind of alternative to the more noble A-series. That is, J-devices are designed for those who needlessly advanced, as well as expensive functionality, but want to have a gadget from a famous brand in their pocket, and not some noun-name device from China with an unclear guarantee and incomprehensible service.
Nevertheless, the abundance of more than competitive "Chinese" makes the younger J-series (J3 / J5) not so attractive. So here we are talking more about buying a venerable brand, rather than functionality and some remarkable features. Let's consider the most attractive option for the domestic consumer - the J3 model, the youngest in the series.
So, the subject of today's review is a smartphone (2017). Characteristics, owner reviews, advantages and disadvantages of the gadget, as well as the feasibility of buying will be discussed in our article.
Positioning
The first step is to clarify some of the price points that can. After all the press releases, where the company presented a brand new model to journalists for 9,990 rubles, a device with slightly different characteristics should have gone on sale.
Here we are talking about the AMOLED screen, which is equipped with the older models of the series. In fact, the gadget received a TFT matrix, albeit a good one. The conveyor versions of the smartphone (J330F) began to differ not only in "stuffing", but also in price. In total, the consumer received, in fact, an ordinary gadget for 12 thousand rubles.
Naturally, the "Chinese" from the budget segment look much more attractive. Huawei, Meizu and Xiaomi can offer almost the same, but for less money - 9, 8, or even 7 thousand rubles. But if you look at all the Samsung models, then the J3 device got the lowest price. That is, for 12 thousand rubles, the consumer has a branded smartphone with a unique design in a metal case.
Looking at the characteristics and reviews of the Samsung J3 (2017) in general, users, in principle, are ready to overpay for a name and a better case to the detriment of the matrix. So here everyone has their own preferences and views on this situation.
Equipment
The smartphone is sold in a small box made of thick cardboard in a monochromatic design. There are no beautiful landscapes, girls or cars on the packaging - only a blue background and the name of the series with emphasis on the year of release.
On the reverse side there is a very modest specification and manufacturer's markers. At the ends you can see the accompanying labels and stickers of the distributors. The interior decoration is organized quite sensibly and the accessories do not "quarrel" with each other. Actually, there is nothing special to fit there, because the package is budgetary.
Contents of delivery:
- the device itself;
- mains charger;
- USB cable for PC synchronization and charging;
- wired headphones;
- a tool for extracting a SIM card;
- documentation with warranty obligations.
The set is rather meager, but more is not needed here. Any additional accessory adds value to the gadget, and the price bites anyway. Judging by the reviews of the owners of Samsung J3 (2017), they are quite satisfied with the available equipment. It is very difficult to please the consumer today with standard covers or stylus, so users prefer to buy everything themselves, as they say, to their taste and color.
The accessories themselves look reliable and expensive: the charging is perfectly assembled, the cords are elastic and protected, and the SIM card clip is made of good alloy. In general, it is felt that the device was completed by a venerable brand. This is also confirmed by numerous reviews of the Samsung J3 (2017) in a positive way.
Appearance
The manufacturer did not become wise with color schemes and released the J-series in the usual classic colors. In stores, you can find blue, gold, pink and black gadgets. Judging by the reviews about the smartphone (2017) Black, buyers are fed up with black, and a good half of users prefer blue or gold colors. Pink devices are extremely rare, but due to the specificity of the shade, it is almost not in demand, so it's difficult to write down this moment as a disadvantage.
The dimensions of the device can be called acceptable for its diagonal - 143 x 70 x 8 mm. Weighing 142 grams, the model fits well in the hand and does not feel any discomfort even after prolonged use. Reviews of the smartphone Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) in terms of ergonomics are completely positive: the device is really comfortable and fits perfectly in the palm of your hand.
The body of the device was made of metal, but with extensive inserts in the upper and lower parts. Comparing the older models with the J3, you can see that the brand has saved on design: visually, the device looks like a budget employee, and only an expensive case can hide it. Judging by the reviews of (2017) Gold, the "golden" solution saves the appearance a little, helping to merge the plastic inserts with the metal case. But on closer examination, the budget segment of the gadget is still felt.
The next thing the manufacturer saved on was sensors. The smartphone does not have a fingerprint module, as well as an automatic light sensor. The latter costs a penny, and such savings are not entirely clear. Users in their reviews of (2017) have repeatedly blamed the brand for such a decision. Even frankly cheap Chinese models have a light sensor, and some also have a fingerprint scanner. So here the manufacturer clearly went overboard with cutting out the excess.
Interfaces
On the front panel there is a familiar Samsung physical button, and on the sides there are two touch-sensitive keys. They work perfectly and respond well, only they are completely devoid of backlighting - again, savings.
In the upper front part there is a peephole of the front camera with a flash. The volume rocker is located on the left side, and the off key is located on the right. The speaker is also located at the end just above the off button. This decision caused a mixed reaction in the reviews of the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) smartphone.
On the one hand, the speaker does not cause any problems and even looks original. But on the other hand, its vociferousness has noticeably decreased. And if other gadgets from Samsung differed not only in high-quality sound, but also in a good volume reserve, then here we have only a solid average.
The bottom end is reserved for a standard 3.5 mm mini-jack and a micro-USB interface for synchronizing with a computer, peripherals and recharging. Slots for SIM and SD cards are located on the left side: one for the nano format, the other for an external drive or the same SIM card.
Assembly
As for the build quality, there are no complaints here. Users in their reviews of the Samsung J330F Galaxy J3 (2017) smartphone did not note any creaks, backlashes, gaps and other shortcomings that are characteristic of budget segment gadgets.
All parts are tightly fitted to each other and the device looks monolithic. So here we have a solid top five: the belonging of the gadget to a noble brand is still felt.
Display
The device received an ordinary screen on the same unremarkable TFT-matrix. The most it can do is HD scanning. Judging by the reviews about the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017), almost the only thing that pleased the matrix is good readability of data in the sun, and nothing more.
There is no automatic brightness and contrast adjustment, but there are several presets for different operational scenarios. For example, the "On the street" mode turned on twists the brightness to the maximum value and the screen becomes easy to read even in direct sunlight.
The screen does not have any specific settings. In general, users in their reviews of the Samsung J3 (2017) are perplexed about this. Yes, the smartphone got not the best TFT-matrix, but it is also capable of some "tricks". And why the manufacturers did not include the appropriate tools in the firmware is not entirely clear.
There are small complaints about the viewing angles, and only the mediocre TFT matrix is to blame for this. Therefore, flipping through the photos and watching the video with friends will not work: when the angle changes, the picture begins to distort, losing saturation and colors.
Performance
Responsible for performance is a proprietary set of Exynos 7570 chipsets, running on four cores with a frequency of 1.4 GHz. 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal memory is enough for ordinary needs. The interface does not slow down and responds quickly, and all tables and icons turn over and work as intended. If the internal storage is not enough, then it is possible to increase the volumes using external SD-cards, up to 256 GB.
Judging by the reviews of the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) SM J330F, users are generally satisfied with the performance of the gadget. In fact, what is paid for is received. There are no questions about the work of standard applications, but some problems may arise with serious third-party programs. "Heavy" and modern toys are already not enough 2 GB of RAM, so sometimes you have to reset the graphic presets to the average, or even the minimum value (if the application starts at all).
Cameras
The main camera received a 13-megapixel matrix with autofocus and some kind of flash. The output photos are quite good, but only in good lighting. The capabilities of the camera can be compared with the same "Chinese" - nothing outstanding, but there is nothing to reproach too much.
Users, judging by the reviews of the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) Black, are generally satisfied with the capabilities of the matrix. Yes, in the dark, there is practically no sense from the camera, but a budget gadget was bought mostly as a phone, and not as a camera.
The front camera has more modest capabilities with a 5-megapixel sensor. There is no autofocus here, but there is a flash and a variety of modes. The camera is perfect for taking selfies and further processing the latter right on the spot. Fortunately, there are enough tools for this, as well as decorations in the stock firmware. If we analyze the reviews for the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) J330F, we can see that the main consumer of the gadget is young people. So the brand was right by adding a similar selfie functionality to its device.
Communications
All the same savings for the sake of the manufacturer equipped the gadget with a single-band Wi-Fi module. Users in their reviews of the Samsung J3 (2017), especially city dwellers, have repeatedly complained about this decision. In large cities, the air is crammed to the maximum, and with one range, normal operation will not work.
In addition, the device lacks ANT +, and today it does not already have the necessary NFC module. There are no complaints about the Bluetooth wireless protocol: version 4.2 works as it should and transfers data quite quickly. The GPS module, one might say, functions as standard, and there are no questions to it either. The only thing worth noting is that it "eats" a lot of the battery, so you shouldn't get carried away with it.
As for conventional cellular communication, judging by user reviews of Samsung J3 (2017), there are no problems: the reception is stable, no interruptions or sags were noticed. The Internet also works well, including LTE, and the packages are not lost. So, if the connection began to glitch or behave strangely, then the cellular operator is to blame, not the device.
Platform
The smartphone runs on the Android operating system version 7.0.1. In addition to the standard set of applications, the manufacturer has finally included a sensible FM radio in the firmware. Previous versions of the latter were so buggy that they caused a whole storm of negative emotions among users. In the latest versions of the platform, the holes were patched up, and now everything works as it should.
Separately, it is worth mentioning the KNOX function, where the user has the ability to install any applications in two copies at once. This is very convenient if you actively use instant messengers like WhatsApp on your work and home SIM cards.
But, as usual, the brand stuffed its device with proprietary software. A good half of the applications are either advertising through and through, or simply useless. It is quite difficult to remove all these "useful" programs from the stock firmware, so you have to resort to the help of third-party utilities that cut out all unnecessary software at the root. As one of the options, you can immediately take care of changing the firmware to an amateur one. Fortunately, there are a lot of them on specialized forums, and some are even marked by the manufacturer as recommended or approved.
Autonomous working time
The gadget received a 2400 mAh lithium-ion battery. This is clearly not enough for the voracious "android" brother. The unspoken minimum in the budget segment hovers around 3000 mAh, but here we have a very modest battery.
If you use your smartphone as a phone or messenger and, with rare exceptions, allow yourself to play games or watch videos in high quality, then the charge will last for two or even three days with a margin.
For fans of games and other multimedia entertainment, battery life will be sorely lacking. The device in this mode is barely enough for daylight hours, and closer to dinner it starts to "ask" for a power outlet. So autonomy is one of the weakest features of the model.
Wireless charging, like the older generation, is not here, but for most users this is not critical. But what I wanted to get was a quick recharge. The owners in their reviews more than once complained about the manufacturer due to the lack of it. With such a modest indicator of autonomy, such a necessary thing as an instant recharge is simply necessary. In normal mode, the battery is powered up in 2.5-3 hours.
Summarizing
As for the telephone, there are no complaints about our respondent: the connection is good, the vibrating alert is palpable, the subscriber is heard very well, just like you. The volume of the loudspeakers is average, but the device cannot be called quiet.
The smartphone is suitable for those who need a phone gadget. For those who often surf the Internet and like to play games or watch movies, J3 is far from the best option. Here we have a mediocre TFT matrix and the same performance. All this is perfectly optimized for standard tools, but, alas, it will not pull something really serious. Even if it does, it will last no more than an hour with such a modest battery.
J3 is the youngest model in its series and costs about 12 thousand rubles. The next generation (J5 / J7) has more serious components and costs 15 and 18 thousand rubles, respectively. If you are looking for a normal gadget in the mid-range segment, then the J5 and J7 models are very good options, which cannot be said about the J3. It is difficult to attribute it to the budget category because of the price, but it also falls short of the average in terms of its characteristics.
If you are not an ardent fan of the Samsung brand, and you need a sensible device up to 10 thousand rubles, then it is better to pay attention to the solid “Chinese” from Meizu, Huawei and Xiaomi. They dominate the budget segment and offer really high quality and inexpensive gadgets.
The design of the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) is made in a style that has become common for the entire line since 2017. The smartphone received soft, pastel colors and bright silver accents on the front and back panels.
The Galaxy J3 (2017) also has metal casing, but there are fewer of them than other models in the line. The smartphone, in addition, turned out to be a little thicker than it should have - as a result, it lacks the nobility that the same Galaxy J5 (2017) acquired.
The front panel of Galaxy J3 (2017) is covered with a protective glass. Here the accents are the Samsung logo, as well as the edging of the touch and virtual buttons at the bottom of the device.
There is a large metal tab on the back panel. You might think that this is a cover that can be removed. In fact, SIM and microSD are installed in the side bays. Like the older models, the bright silver logo of the smartphone and the same edging of the photo module stand out against the soft background.
The device is assembled with high quality, the materials are also at the level, but it still leaves the impression of a budget device, even if in its price range it will look better than many competitors. Perhaps a "silver" or black smartphone will look better than the "gold" one that came to us.
Connectors and controls
5-inch devices are quite ergonomic: they are easy to operate with one hand. All connectors and controls are well placed, but there are still exceptions.
There is a hardware Home button on the front panel under the screen. The other two Android buttons are touch-sensitive. Despite the fact that the Home button is the same size as the Galaxy J5 (2017) and J7 (2017), it is not aligned with the fingerprint scanner. So the device's protection is weaker.
Above the display is an earpiece, a front camera lens and a backlight LED, which is analogous to a flash. You can also see a window with sensors.
On the back of the smartphone, we see a camera and a flash.
On the right sidewall there is a button for turning on the screen, as well as a slot with a speaker grill for the speakerphone.
The smartphone has two volume buttons on the left. There are also two compartments for SIM-cards and a memory card.
The SIM and microSD slots are separate, so you can use all three cards at the same time. The compartments are opened with a fairly long key. Our short video will tell you how to insert cards into Galaxy J3 (2017):
At the bottom we find a microphone, audio jack and microUSB. This arrangement may not be convenient for everyone and not always, especially when you want to listen to music through headphones and charge your phone at the same time. However, this has already become a commonplace for modern smartphones, which are becoming thinner and thinner.
There is nothing on the top.
Note also that the device will be easy to operate both right-handed and left-handed. The buttons are conveniently located.
Case for Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017)
It is not yet possible to buy a cover or cover for the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017), at least at the time of writing. However, the company offers three covers at once for the older models of the line. They cost from 890 to 1390 rubles.
We can expect that over time Samsung will offer accessories for the cheapest Galaxy J. Let's hope that they will cost less than for the "five" and "seven". Pictured is the Slim Cover bumper for the Galaxy J3 (2016). His company offers for 290 rubles.
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) Firmware Update
It's pretty clear that the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) will get an update to Android 8.0. I would even bet that Android 9.0 for the Galaxy J3 (2017) will be released. So a guide to flashing your smartphone will come in handy.
So, to flash Galaxy J3 (2017), you need to do the following:
- and make sure that the smartphone has enough charge;
- enter the smartphone into Download Mode (at the same time pressing the "off" + "volume down" + "home button" keys), then press "Volume up";
- connect a USB cable to the device;
- in the Odin application on your computer, select files from the archive with the firmware:
- for the PIT graph - a file with the * .pit extension;
- for PDA - a file whose name contains the word CODE, if there is none, then you should know that this is the heaviest file in the archive;
- for CSC - a file whose name contains the word CSC;
- for Phone - a file containing MODEM in the name;
- Note. If the files for the CSC, Phone and PIT graphs are absent in the archive with the firmware, then we sew exclusively by the method of one file, i.e. we indicate the location of the firmware in the PDA column, and leave the rest of the lines blank.
make sure Odin is checked for Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time ". If the location of the * .pit file was specified, then the "Re-Partition" checkbox will be set automatically;
press the "Start" button and watch how the firmware process is going on. The phone may reboot several times during installation and in no case should you disconnect the cable from it until the message “All threads completed” appears in the Odin log or the green information window with the inscription “PASS!” Lights up.
The firmware update process traditionally lasts a few minutes (from 5 to 15) and, if successful, you will be prompted to configure the smartphone according to your preferences. After that, you can get to work.
If suddenly something did not work out, you can ask about it in the comments under the article.
Galaxy J3 (2017) screen
Samsun Galaxy J3 (2017) received a 5-inch PLS display with a resolution of 720x1280 pixels. The pixel density is 294 ppi. Considering that other smartphones of the line have the same resolution, but large screen sizes, in terms of clarity, the display of the cheapest device is ahead! Naturally, if you close your eyes to the fact that the older J has a SuperAMOLED screen. However, the difference is small, so this cannot be called a miscalculation of the marketing service. Yes, and we are supplied with the J3 (2017) version with a Super AMOLED matrix, and not like the test sample.
Nevertheless, even the PLS screen has good, rich colors, natural blacks and good contrast.
Samsung has limited display settings on the Galaxy J3 (2017). The older models of the line have various screen profiles, including those adapted for watching movies and photographs. They differ in color temperature close to natural - 6500K. Also, older Galaxy Js have a blue filter, which supposedly reduces fatigue. The troika does not have all this.
But Galaxy J3 (2017) received the "Outdoor" mode. He turns on the display brightness to maximum for 15 minutes. After that, the brightness decreases. This is the only screen setting. In general, it is convenient, since Samsung does not have an automatic brightness adjustment mode.
The display leaves a good impression, however, it lacks settings. However, this is understandable. The screen of the cheapest device of the line cannot be better than that of the more expensive ones.
Let's turn to objective tests. The brightness of white in a smartphone is 548.41 cd / m 2, black is close to zero, or 0.32 cd / m 2. The contrast ratio is 1713: 1. You can count on comfortable work on the street, only you need to turn on the backlight to the maximum.
The color temperature of the Galaxy J3 (2017) is too high, like all smartphones. Only rare exceptions approach 6500K. The J5 (2017) has a dedicated display profile for this. Galaxy J3 (2017) doesn't have this setting, so the screen shows "normal" 8500-9000K.
The color gamut of the Galaxy J3 (2017) is slightly more modest than that of the older models of the line, but, as befits a normal PLS, it is noticeably larger than the sRGB range.
But the gamma curves flew away. The shades will be lighter. Here, the screen is noticeably worse than that of other smartphones in the line.
The smartphone recognizes five touches.
The larger display of the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) looks good. Especially when you consider that a version with a Super AMOLED screen will be on sale in our area.
Galax J3 camera (2017)
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) received two cameras. The main one has a resolution of 13 megapixels, the front one - 5 megapixels. Both are capable of recording Full HD video.
Galaxy J3 (2017) retained the proprietary lineup chip and received a front-facing flash, or rather LED backlighting, which works both with video and with photos.
It should be noted that the front camera of the smartphone differs from the Galaxy J3 (2017) not only with a lower resolution than that of the older models. She also received a darker lens with aperture of 2.2, although other representatives of the J line have this figure of 1.8 and 1.9. The main camera is the same as the Galaxy J5 (2017).
The camera interface of the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) is standard. In one part of the display there are quick buttons, including changing the camera, flash and calling settings. Any of the shooting modes can also be added there.
On the other side are the shutter buttons for shooting videos and photos. They are on the same screen, you don't need to switch between them. On the one hand, it is convenient, on the other hand, you can accidentally click on a video instead of a photo. Right next to it there is also a preview window, leading to the Gallery.
The area next to the main shutter buttons is given for adjusting the skin tone of the face, or other quick settings, depending on the mode.
Swiping to the right or left opens screens with shooting modes, as well as preset filters. There are fewer modes and filters than in the Galaxy A series devices. You cannot add new modes, but you can arrange their order and bring them to the main camera screen.
The settings apply directly to individual cameras. They are mainly limited by the resolution of the filmed content, as well as by general functions: release, geotags, etc. Adjustment of shooting parameters is available on the main screen depending on the selected shooting mode.
The front camera interface is the same as the main one. The button for the flash is also in place, since it is also on the front side of the smartphone. But here, in the default mode, more settings are available to improve selfies: skin tone, etc.
The front camera has only two modes, in addition to the main one: a wide-angle selfie will help to accommodate a landmark in the background, and the second one will record additional sound. The set of filters is about the same.
The maximum resolution of the main camera is 13 megapixels, while the aspect ratio is only 4: 3.
In general, the camera copes well with different scenes. If you want, you can almost always get a good photo.
The main camera can shoot Full HD video. There is a square video preset for Instagram.
The video also turned out pretty good.
The front camera can also take a 13-megapixel photo and it will also be 4: 3.
The front camera lags behind the main one in terms of image quality, but not fundamentally. With backlight and front flash, you can take good selfies.
The front camera allows you to shoot Full HD videos as well as square videos.
C video is a little worse. The camera is slower to react to changes in light, but in general, it is also suitable for shooting yourself. Don't forget about the front flash. With her, everything is much better.
Specifications Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017)
The characteristics of the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017), like the entire line, are significantly improved over the previous generation.
The Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) was a very humble smartphone. Recall that it was released not even in 2016, but at the end of 2015, respectively, its platform was not the newest even at that time, even in its class.
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) received an Exynos 7570 processor with four 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 cores. In comparison with last year's model, it was not so much the frequency that was pumped as the architecture. The 2016 version used Cortex-A7. Cortex-A53 is both faster and more economical, so you can expect a noticeable increase in performance.
There were no fundamental changes in the schedule compared to the American version, but the main one used the Mali-400 at all. So installing Mail-T720 can give a noticeable boost in games.
The RAM capacity has also increased slightly. This is now the standard 2GB. Yes, and 16 GB of memory in the minimum version also looks, though not "ah", but this is not a measly 8 GB.
Overall, the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) platform is more modest than the J5 (2017). Considering that the younger Galaxy J has the same software, it may work slower.
The Galaxy J3 (2017) is also more modest from a communication point of view. It only has LTE category 4, while other smartphones have a higher one. They have higher throughput of fourth-generation networks. Also, Galaxy J3 (2017) does not have support for Wi-Fi 802.11ac, NFC.
Cameras have improved compared to the previous model. They are now recording Full HD videos. The battery capacity has decreased to 2400 mAh. We can only hope that the new processor is more economical and the autonomy of the device will not deteriorate.
Performance testing
Before the start of the test "races" a quick summary: the new Galaxy J3 (2017) has a higher frequency, more RAM and a more advanced architecture. The performance gain over the 2016 model should be very noticeable.
In the first Basemark test, the new J3 brought the old one over 70%.
JetStream shows performance in web applications. Mobile devices have long passed the critical mark when it comes to displaying web pages, even the most complex ones. In this case, this is reflected in the smaller difference between the two smartphones.
In 3DMark, the new Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) turns out to be noticeably faster than its predecessor, but attention should be paid to the overall rather small number of points.
The small number of "parrots" in 3DMark is confirmed by another test. The new J3 is faster again, but very little FPS.
Let's take a look at how the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) performs in the popular Antutu benchmark.
The comprehensive AnTuTu benchmark equates the CPU and GPU of the chipset. Recall that if the architecture of the computer processor is different for the models, then the graphics are almost the same.
Galaxy J3 (2017) battery life
Autonomy is the highest achievement of the new model. After our standard set of actions, the new Galaxy J3 (2017) retained 83% charge, while its predecessor only 73%. Moreover, the J3 (2016) has a 200 mAh battery capacity. As a result, we can safely say that the Galaxy J3 (2017) will last more than a day. True, given the low performance in graphics tests, for greater autonomy it is better not to load it with games. Noticeable battery savings are achieved by eliminating the AMOLED screen.
3D graphics consume the most, followed by data transfer. It is better to read the Internet via Wi-Fi if you want to increase the battery life.
Phone manager can be found in the Optimize settings section of the smartphone settings menu. You can also go there through the Energy Saver icon in the notification bar. There are two power saving modes: medium and maximum. Both can be customized. Allows you to adjust the brightness of the display, the frequency of the processor and the operation of wireless networks in the background.
Games for Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017)
In principle, the new Galaxy J3 (2017) processor should be sufficient to provide acceptable gaming performance, but there are some doubts due to the low points in 3DMark.
- Riptide GP2: excellent, everything flies;
- Asphalt 7: excellent, everything flies;
- Asphalt 8: good, extremely rare, but slows down;
- Modern combat 5: excellent, everything flies;
- Dead trigger: excellent, everything flies;
- Dead trigger 2: excellent, everything flies;
- Real Racing 3: excellent, everything flies;
- Need For Speed: No Limits: excellent, everything flies;
- Shadowgun: Dead Zone: excellent, everything flies;
- Frontline Commando: Normandy: did not start;
- Frontline commando 2: excellent, everything flies;
- Eternity warriors 2: did not start;
- Eternity warriors 4: excellent, everything flies;
- Trial Xtreme 3: excellent, everything flies;
- Trial Xtreme 4: excellent, everything flies;
- Dead effect: excellent, everything flies;
- Dead effect 2: excellent, everything flies;
- Plants vs Zombies 2: excellent, everything flies;
- Dead target: excellent, everything flies;
- Injustice: excellent, everything flies.
- Injustice 2: excellent, everything flies.
Indeed, two games did not start, one did not receive the highest rating. As a result, the Galaxy J3 (2017) remains a good gaming console, but honestly warn you: unpleasant surprises are possible.
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Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) received Android 7.0 and Samsung Essentials 8.1 interface. We wrote about it in detail in, so here we will only list the main points.
The Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) has two home screens and a News Briefing screen. They contain search and folders with Google and Microsoft applications. There is no menu button in the new interface. It is invoked by a gesture, if you swipe from the bottom to the top just above the bottom row of icons. On the second screen, you can see Yandex search.
Home screens now have settings. Here you can choose a grid, set the size and color of fonts.
In addition to the main one, a simple mode appeared. It is clearly addressed to people who are elderly or visually impaired. Here, larger icons are used, there is a screen on which contacts for speed dialing are placed. And also a Menu button appeared.
The appearance of the application menu is standard. At the top is the search. Apps can be sorted alphabetically. In the menu settings, you can change the color scheme. A selection of Samsung Essentials applications also went into the settings.
The set of Google applications is normal. No new products. The most recent addition was made last year - the Duo messenger. Microsoft, as usual, is represented by shortcuts to office suite applications. They also need to be installed and, if asked, subscribe. Skype and OneDrive will not need to be installed, unless updated.
News Briefing hasn't changed. Individual news selections, etc. are also possible.
Notification panel and quick settings. The full list of icons opens by dragging the border between notifications and icons. There is a quick start of the access point, power saving.
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) supports Smart Switch app. With it, you can transfer all personal data from your old phone to your new one. Not only Samsung and not only Android devices are supported.
Samsung applications are stored in a separate folder, though not all. There are several more, which are in the main menu.
Samsung's voice recorder is much better than the standard Android one. Here you can choose the quality of the recording, its format, as well as block incoming calls for the duration of the recording.
S Health in the new Galaxy is no longer just a fitness tracker, it is an entire ecosystem with social features supported by accessories and an API that works with third-party applications. You can use other trekkers, but information from them will still go to S Health if you want.
The file manager looks familiar. It is possible to display folders as a list or preview icons. You can send files directly from the manager to a protected folder.
Its own browser, or rather an add-on on Chrome, is tied to a Samsung account, offers cloud links and supports extensions.
Samsung Notes are also multifunctional and convenient. Take notes by voice, by hand, draw, type. Nothing gets lost.
Samsung Members - Customer Service, Corporate Magazine, Galaxy Owners Forum, and Phone Manager all rolled into one. True, some of the functions are available through registration with Samsung.
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) lacks biometric identification, but this is not a reason to leave your smartphone without Secure Folder. You can restrict access to it with a password or a picture. In the folder, you can place personal files, as well as copies of applications to which only the owner of the smartphone will have access.
Samsung also pre-installs a shortcut on the Galaxy J3 with a link to its store. There is another shortcut - Gifts from Samsung. Unfortunately, we were not offered anything. Apparently test devices are not supposed to.
The Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) also has a Yandex app. Here is the search, the weather, and the news.
Finally, the last "good" is Ubank mobile banking.
Output
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) accelerates less than other smartphones in the lineup. It remains a very budget device. In some cases, it can be seen that the potential of the smartphone is higher. Functionality limitations are made for the sake of positioning the device in the market.
The unambiguous advantages of the smartphone are the screen and the main camera. Taking into account the chip taken on the selfie, the front one could be of a higher resolution, for example, 8 megapixels, and not 5.
In general, the result is a decent budget model, which can be recommended with a clear conscience and the proviso that you should not expect revelations from the device for such money.
Price Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017)
You can buy Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) for 12 thousand rubles, which is a good price, slightly higher than its predecessor.
Lenovo K6 Power costs 14,000 rubles. It has a Full HD display, though IPS, not AMOLED. He received an 8-core Snapdragon 430 and 2 GB of RAM. The resolution of the main camera is 13 megapixels, and the front camera is 8 megapixels, and most importantly, a 4000 mAh battery.
Xiaomi Redmi 4X with 16 GB of storage costs 13,000 rubles. It has a 720p IPS display, an 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 processor and 2 GB of RAM, 13 and 5 megapixel cameras, and a 4100 mAh battery.
Huawei Honor 6C is also offered for 13,000 rubles. It has a 720p IPS display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 processor and 3GB of RAM, and 32GB of storage. The resolution of the cameras is 13 and 5 megapixels, the battery capacity is 3020 mAh.
It unites all rivals of Android 6.0 and the fact that they are at least a little bit thicker than the Galaxy J5 (2017), with the exception of Huawei. As a result, we can say that the AMOLED display and the latest Android 7.0 require sacrifices, if not financial, then in terms of performance. Prioritize.
pros:
- good body;
- decent design;
- good main camera;
- good screen;
- two separate slots for SIM cards.
Minuses:
- low resolution front camera;
- relatively unproductive platform;
- lack of a fingerprint scanner, NFC;
- no auto brightness control screen.
Information about the brand, model and alternative names of a specific device, if any.
Design
Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, presented in different units of measurement. Materials used, offered colors, certificates.
| Width Width information - refers to the horizontal side of the device in its standard orientation during use. | 71 mm (millimeters) 7.1 cm (centimeters) 0.23 ft (feet) 2.8 in (inches) |
| Height Height information - refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use. | 142.3 mm (millimeters) 14.23 cm (centimeters) 0.47 ft (feet) 5.6 in (inches) |
| Thickness Information about the thickness of the device in different units of measurement. | 7.9 mm (millimeters) 0.79 cm (centimeters) 0.03 ft (feet) 0.31 in (inches) |
| The weight Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement. | 138 g (grams) 0.3 lbs (pounds) 4.87 oz (ounces) |
| Volume The approximate volume of the device, calculated based on the dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with a rectangular parallelepiped shape. | 79.82 cm³ (cubic centimeters) 4.85 in³ (cubic inches) |
| Colors Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale. | Black White Golden |
| Materials for the manufacture of the case Materials used for the manufacture of the device body. | Plastic |
SIM card
The SIM card is used in mobile devices to store data that certifies the authenticity of mobile service subscribers.
Mobile networks
A mobile network is a radio system that allows multiple mobile devices to communicate with each other.
| GSM GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) is designed to replace the analog mobile network (1G). For this reason, GSM is often referred to as a 2G mobile network. It is enhanced by the addition of GPRS (General Packet Radio Services) and later EDGE (Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution) technologies. | GSM 900 MHz GSM 1800 MHz GSM 1900 MHz |
| CDMA CDMA (Code-Division Multiple Access) is a channel access method used in communications in mobile networks. Compared to other 2G and 2.5G standards like GSM and TDMA, it offers faster data transfer rates and the ability to connect more consumers at the same time. | CDMA 800 MHz |
| UMTS UMTS stands for Universal Mobile Telecommunications System. It is based on the GSM standard and refers to 3G mobile networks. Developed by 3GPP and its biggest advantage is to provide more speed and spectral efficiency thanks to W-CDMA technology. | UMTS 850 MHz UMTS 900 MHz UMTS 1900 MHz UMTS 2100 MHz |
| LTE LTE (Long Term Evolution) is defined as a fourth generation (4G) technology. It is developed by 3GPP based on GSM / EDGE and UMTS / HSPA with the aim of increasing the capacity and speed of wireless mobile networks. The subsequent development of technologies is called LTE Advanced. | LTE 1800 MHz LTE 2100 MHz LTE 2600 MHz LTE-TDD 2500 MHz (B41) |
Mobile technology and data rates
Communication between devices in mobile networks is carried out using technologies that provide different data rates.
Operating system
An operating system is the system software that controls and coordinates the operation of the hardware components on a device.
SoC (System on a Chip)
A system on a chip (SoC) integrates all the major hardware components of a mobile device into a single chip.
| SoC (System on a Chip) A system on a chip (SoC) integrates various hardware components such as a processor, graphics processor, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as the software required for their operation. | Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 MSM8916 |
| Technological process Information about the technological process by which the chip is manufactured. The value in nanometers is half the distance between the elements in the processor. | 28 nm (nanometers) |
| Processor (CPU) The main function of the processor (CPU) of a mobile device is to interpret and execute instructions contained in software applications. | ARM Cortex-A53 |
| Processor size The bit size of the processor is determined by the size (in bits) of registers, address buses and data buses. 64-bit processors offer better performance than 32-bit processors, which in turn are more efficient than 16-bit processors. | 64 bit |
| Instruction set architecture Instructions are commands with which the software sets / controls the operation of the processor. Information about the instruction set (ISA) that the processor can execute. | ARMv8 |
| Level 0 cache (L0) Some processors have L0 (level 0) cache memory, which can be accessed faster than L1, L2, L3, etc. The advantage of having such memory is not only higher performance, but also lower power consumption. | 4KB + 4KB (kilobytes) |
| Level 1 cache (L1) The cache memory is used by the processor to reduce the time it takes to access more frequently used data and instructions. L1 (level 1) cache is small and is much faster than both system memory and other levels of cache. If the processor does not find the requested data in L1, it continues to look for it in the L2 cache. On some processors, this search is performed simultaneously in L1 and L2. | 16 KB + 16 KB (kilobytes) |
| L2 cache L2 (level 2) cache is slower than L1, but instead has a larger capacity to cache more data. It, like L1, is much faster than system memory (RAM). If the processor does not find the requested data in L2, it continues to look for them in L3 cache memory (if available) or in RAM memory. | 2048 KB (kilobytes) 2 MB (megabytes) |
| Number of processor cores The processor core executes program instructions. There are processors with one, two or more cores. Having more cores increases performance by allowing multiple instructions to execute in parallel. | 4 |
| CPU clock speed The clock speed of a processor describes its speed in cycles per second. It is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz). | 1200 MHz (megahertz) |
| Graphics processing unit (GPU) A graphics processing unit (GPU) handles computation for a variety of 2D / 3D graphics applications. In mobile devices, it is most commonly used by games, consumer interfaces, video applications, and more. | Qualcomm Adreno 306 |
| GPU clock speed Speed is the clock speed of the GPU and is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz). | 400 MHz (megahertz) |
| The amount of random access memory (RAM) Random access memory (RAM) is used by the operating system and all installed applications. The data that is saved in the RAM is lost after the device is turned off or restarted. | 1.5 GB (gigabytes) |
| Memory type (RAM) Information about the type of random access memory (RAM) used by the device. | LPDDR3 |
| Number of RAM channels Information about the number of RAM channels that are integrated into the SoC. More channels means higher data rates. | Single channel |
| RAM frequency The frequency of the RAM determines its speed of operation, more specifically, the speed of reading / writing data. | 533 MHz (megahertz) |
Built-in memory
Each mobile device has built-in (non-removable) fixed memory.
Memory cards
Memory cards are used in mobile devices to increase the storage space for data.
Screen
The screen of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.
| Type / technology One of the main characteristics of the screen is the technology by which it is made and on which the image quality of information directly depends. | Super AMOLED |
| Diagonal On mobile devices, screen size is expressed in terms of the length of its diagonal, measured in inches. | 5 in (inches) 127 mm (millimeters) 12.7 cm (centimeters) |
| Width Approximate screen width | 2.45 in (inches) 62.26 mm (millimeters) 6.23 cm (centimeters) |
| Height Approximate screen height | 4.36 in (inches) 110.69 mm (millimeters) 11.07 cm (centimeters) |
| Aspect ratio The aspect ratio of the long side of the screen to its short side | 1.778:1 16:9 |
| Permission Screen resolution indicates the number of pixels horizontally and vertically on the screen. Higher resolution means sharper image detail. | 720 x 1280 pixels |
| Pixel density Information about the number of pixels per centimeter or inch of the screen. Higher density allows information to be shown on the screen in clearer detail. | 294 ppi (pixels per inch) 115 ppcm (pixels per centimeter) |
| Color depth Screen color depth reflects the total number of bits used for color components in one pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors the screen can display. | 24 bit 16777216 flowers |
| Screen footprint The approximate percentage of the display area on the front of the device. | 68.43% (percent) |
| Other characteristics Information about other functions and features of the screen. | Capacitive Multitouch |
Sensors
Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical metrics into signals that can be recognized by the mobile device.
Rear camera
The main camera of a mobile device is usually located on its rear panel and can be combined with one or more additional cameras.
| Sensor type Information about the type of camera sensor. Some of the most widely used types of sensors in mobile cameras are CMOS, BSI, ISOCELL, and others. | CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor) |
| Flash type The rear (rear) cameras of mobile devices mainly use LED flashes. They can be configured with one, two or more light sources and vary in shape. | LED |
| Image Resolution Resolution is one of the main characteristics of cameras. It represents the number of horizontal and vertical pixels in the image. For convenience, smartphone manufacturers often quote resolutions in megapixels, indicating the approximate number of pixels in millions. | 3264 x 2448 pixels 7.99 MP (megapixels) |
| Video resolution Information about the maximum video resolution that the camera can record. | 1920 x 1080 pixels 2.07 MP (megapixels) |
| Video recording rate (frame rate) Information about the maximum recording rate (frames per second, fps) supported by the camera at maximum resolution. Some of the most basic video recording speeds are 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, 60 fps. | 30 frames / sec (frames per second) |
| Specifications Information about additional software and hardware features of the rear (rear) camera. | Autofocus Burst shooting Digital zoom Digital image stabilization Geographic tags Panoramic shooting HDR shooting Touch focus Face recognition Adjusting the white balance ISO setting Exposure compensation Scene selection mode |
Front-camera
Smartphones have one or more front cameras of different designs - pop-up camera, PTZ camera, notch or hole in the display, camera under the display.
Audio
Information about the type of speakers and audio technology supported by the device.
Locating
Information about the navigation and positioning technologies supported by the device.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is a technology that enables wireless communication for transferring data over short distances between various devices.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless transfer of data between different types of devices over short distances.
USB
USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to exchange data.
Headphone jack
This is an audio connector, which is also called an audio connector. The most widely used standard in mobile devices is the 3.5mm headphone jack.
Connecting devices
Information about other important connection technologies supported by the device.
Browser
A web browser is a software application for accessing and viewing information on the Internet.
| Browser Information about some of the main features and standards supported by the device browser. | Html HTML5 CSS 3 |
Audio file formats / codecs
Mobile devices support different audio file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode / decode digital audio data.
Video file formats / codecs
Mobile devices support different video file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode / decode digital video data.
Battery
Mobile device batteries differ in their capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge required for their function.
| Capacity Battery capacity indicates the maximum charge it can store, measured in milliampere-hours. | 2600 mAh (milliampere-hours) |
| Type of The type of battery is determined by its structure and, more precisely, by the chemicals used. There are different types of batteries, with the most common mobile devices using lithium-ion and lithium-ion polymer batteries. | Li-Ion (Lithium-ion) |
| Standby time 2G The 2G standby time is the period of time during which the battery is fully discharged when the device is in stand-by mode and connected to a 2G network. | 330 h (hours) 19800 min (minutes) 13.8 days |
| 4G standby time 4G standby time is the period of time during which the battery is fully discharged when the device is in stand-by mode and connected to a 4G network. | 330 h (hours) 19800 min (minutes) 13.8 days |
| Specifications Information about some additional characteristics of the device battery. | Removable |
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)
SAR levels refer to the amount of electromagnetic radiation absorbed by the human body when using a mobile device.
| Head SAR (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device near the ear in a talking position. In Europe, the maximum SAR value for mobile devices is limited to 2 W / kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard was established by the CENELEC committee in accordance with the IEC standards, following the ICNIRP guidelines of 1998. | 0.618 W / kg (Watts per kilogram) |
| Body SAR (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed if the mobile device is held at hip level. The highest SAR value for mobile devices in Europe is 2 W / kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard was established by the CENELEC committee in accordance with ICNIRP guidelines from 1998 and IEC standards. | 0.304 W / kg (Watts per kilogram) |
| Head SAR (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to if the mobile device is held close to the ear. The maximum value used in the United States is 1.6 W / kg per gram of human tissue. US mobile devices are controlled by CTIA and the FCC conducts tests and sets their SAR values. | 0.995 W / kg (Watts per kilogram) |
| Body SAR (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed if the mobile device is held at hip level. The highest SAR value in the United States is 1.6 W / kg per gram of human tissue. This value is set by the FCC and CTIA monitors mobile devices for compliance with this standard. | 0.845 W / kg (Watts per kilogram) |
