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Display 5.00-inch (720x1280)
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Processor 1.5GHz quad-core
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Front Camera 5MP
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Rear Camera 8MP
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RAM 1.5GB
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Storage 8GB
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Battery Capacity 2600mAh
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OS Android 6.0
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) Summary
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) mobile was launched in July 2016. The phone comes with a 5.00-inch touchscreen display offering a resolution of 720x1280 pixels. Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) is powered by a 1.5GHz quad-core processor. It comes with 1.5GB of RAM. The Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) runs Android 6.0 and is powered by a 2600mAh removable battery.
As far as the cameras are concerned, the Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) on the rear packs 8-megapixel camera. It sports a 5-megapixel camera on the front for selfies.
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) is based on Android 6.0 and packs 8GB of inbuilt storage that can be expanded via microSD card (up to 128GB). The Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) is a single SIM (GSM) mobile that accepts a Micro-SIM card. The Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) measures 142.40 x 71.10 x 8.00mm (height x width x thickness) . It was launched in Gold, Silver, and Black colours.
Connectivity options on the Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) include Wi-Fi, GPS, FM radio, 3G, and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India). Sensors on the phone include accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyroscope, and proximity sensor.
As of 15th January 2026, Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) price in India starts at Rs. 5,999.
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) Price in India
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) price in India starts from ₹ 5,999. The lowest price of Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) is ₹ 5,999 at Amazon on 15th January 2026.
Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) Full Specifications
| Brand | Samsung |
| Model | Galaxy J2 (2016) |
| Price in India | ₹5,999 |
| Release date | July 2016 |
| Form factor | Touchscreen |
| Dimensions (mm) | 142.40 x 71.10 x 8.00 |
| Battery capacity (mAh) | 2600 |
| Removable battery | Yes |
| Colours | Gold, Silver, Black |
| Screen size (inches) | 5.00 |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Resolution | 720x1280 pixels |
| Processor | 1.5GHz quad-core |
| RAM | 1.5GB |
| Internal storage | 8GB |
| Expandable storage | Yes |
| Expandable storage type | microSD |
| Expandable storage up to (GB) | 128 |
| Rear camera | 8-megapixel |
| Rear flash | LED |
| Front camera | 5-megapixel |
| Operating system | Android 6.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| GPS | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| NFC | No |
| Infrared | No |
| USB OTG | No |
| Headphones | 3.5mm |
| FM | Yes |
| Number of SIMs | 1 |
| Wi-Fi Direct | No |
| Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL) | No |
| SIM Type | Micro-SIM |
| GSM/CDMA | GSM |
| 3G | Yes |
| 4G/ LTE | Yes |
| Supports 4G in India (Band 40) | Yes |
| Compass/ Magnetometer | No |
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Barometer | No |
| Temperature sensor | No |
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Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) User Review and Ratings
954 reviews
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Waste of MoneyNirmal Tosniwal (Jul 17, 2016) on Gadgets 360Samsung offering Age old specifications in 10k. 1.5GB RAM <<. Presently using Samsung Galaxy series phone worth 14k but its way too slow. Moreover no updates for Samsung low end/mid range models. Total money waste. Within 1 month regretted buying samsung smartphone.Is this review helpful?
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Samsung J2 2016 very nice phone camera is very good 1.5 processorSushil Gupta (Jan 20, 2017) on Gadgets 360 RecommendsMy Samsung use Kar Raha Hoon Samsung product is very good battery is not goodIs this review helpful?
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nice mobileJust Call Me Johnny (Aug 12, 2016) on Gadgets 360no lag not problem since i bought this mobile , can go for johnny boyIs this review helpful?
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Usb OTG supportSoumit Das (Jun 25, 2019) on Gadgets 360This product does support usb otg. I have this mobileIs this review helpful?
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Awesome design but worst gaming performance.Kumar Chitrasen (Sep 7, 2016) on Gadgets 360 RecommendsIt is slim phone and overall look is best but device lags while playing simple game like subway surfers.Is this review helpful?
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