Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 Specs and Price in Kenya:
Just like each year, the next iteration of Samsung “J” series is here. The phone comes with improved features over its counterpart released last year.
This includes a boost in performance, a better OS and improved battery saving capability.
In addition, the J5 2017 mobile phone supports Dual Sim, so you can use two operators simultaneously. It follows the 2017 J3.
The Samsung J5 2017 price in Kenya is about Shs. 20,000.
SAMSUNG GALAXY J5 2017 KEY SPECS
- Android 7.0 Nougat
- Display- 5.2 inches
- Resolution- 720 x 1280 pixels
- 16gb Storage
- 2GB RAM
- 13MP Primary camera
- 13MP Front camera
- 3000mAh battery
- 4G LTE
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DISPLAY AND DESIGN
First, the Galaxy handset come with a 5.2 inch display. This is a comfortable size for both the people with small and large hands.
This mobile device, has a resolution of 720 x 1280. It is sharp, clear and vivid. The Super AMOLED display has true color reproduction. Therefore, no unnecessary saturation and contrast.
When it comes to the design, it is premium. The full metal body has a thin profile and relatively light when holding.
Personally, I hold the Galaxy J5 2017 smartphone in high regards, when it comes to the overall design and screen specifications.
SAMSUNG GALAXY J5 PERFORMANCE AND STORAGE
To start off, the handset runs Android 7.0 Nougat. This has various improvements over its predecessor. Among them, improved performance, better battery saving capability and security updates.
Now to the physical features. The J5 Prime has 2GB of RAM. In addition, you get an Octa Core processor in the Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. All these, coupled with the GPU, ensures optimum performance.
In fact, multi-tasking is a smooth experience on this. You can run multiple apps at the same time without running into performance issues, such as. “This app is not responding, wait or close”
This Galaxy device, has 16GB of internal storage. Several large apps can go in here. In addition, you can store thousands of music files in here.
The smartphone also supports expandable storage. You can have a maximum of 64GB microSD card in it.
SAMSUNG GALAXY J5 2017 CAMERA AND BATTERY
Here, you find one of the best features of this handset. The Camera. In the back, you get 13MP shooter. At the front, there is also a 13MP lens.
The good thing, both of them come with LED Flash. Therefore, you can take selfie snaps, even in low light conditions.
It also features autofocus, geotagging, panorama and touch to focus.
The Samsung Galaxy J5 2017 is powered by a 3000mAh battery. Here, you get better battery management. Since the phone runs the latest OS from Google.
This capacity can easily last the whole day. Even with heavy usage. No more looking for a charger in the middle of the day.
SAMSUNG GALAXY J5 2017 FULL SPECIFICTIONS
| FEATURE | SPECS |
|---|---|
| GENERAL | |
| Operating System | Android OS, v7.0 (Nougat) |
| Device type | Smart Phone |
| Sim | Dual Sim |
| ANNOUNCED | |
| Status | Released |
| Global Release Date | 2017 June |
| Kenyan Release Date | 2017 June |
| DISPLAY | |
| Screen size | 5.2 inches |
| Form Factor | Touch |
| Screen resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels |
| Touchscreen | Capacitive Touchscreen |
| Technology (Display Type) | sAMOLED |
| PROCESSOR | |
| CPU | Octa Core, 1.4 GHz |
| GPU | Yes |
| Chipset | Yes |
| STORAGE | |
| Internal Storage | 16 GB Storage |
| RAM | 2 GB RAM |
| External Storage | Up to 64 GB |
| Card Slot | microSD Card |
| Phonebook | Unlimited |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM |
| Call Records | Unlimited |
| CAMERA | |
| Primary camera | 13 MP Camera |
| Front Camera | 13 MP Camera with LED Flash |
| Video Recording | Yes |
| Camera Features | Geo Tagging |
| MULTIMEDIA | |
| Audio Player | MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC＋, WMA |
| Video Player | MP4, 3GP, H.264, MPEG-4 |
| Games | Yes Yes |
| FM Radio | Yes Yes |
| Speakers | Yes Yes |
| Audio Jack | 3.5mm Audio Jack |
| BATTERY | |
| Type | Li-Ion 3000 mAh battery |
| Stand by | NA |
| Talk time | NA |
| CONNECTIVITY | |
| GPRS | Yes Yes |
| Edge | Yes Yes |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | v4.1 |
| USB | microUSB v2.0 |
| GPS Facility | with A-GPS, GLONASS |
| Browser | HTML |
| NETWORK SUPPORT | |
| 3G Speed | HSPA, LTE |
| 3G | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 MHz |
| 2G | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz |
| 4G | LTE |
| Sensors | Fingerprint Sensor |
Why buy the J5 2017 in Kenya?
- Premium design
- Long lasting battery
- Latest OS
- Quality screen
- One of the best cameras in the market
- Large storage capacity
- Very good performance
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