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Samsung Galaxy J2 Core Specifications
Versions: SM-J260F/DS (Global); SM-J260M/DS (LATAM); SM-J260Y/DS (Philippines); SM-J260G/DS (India)
Samsung
Released 2018, Aug 15
1 GB RAM · Exynos 7570 Quad (14 nm)
- 154g, 8.9mm thickness
- Android 8.1 Oreo
- 8GB/16GB storage, microSDXC
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 5.1 | — |
| Display | 4.6 | — |
| Performance | 3.5 | — |
| Camera | 3.9 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 1.6 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
5.0"
540x960 pixels
8MP
1080p
1GB RAM
Exynos 7570 Quad
2600mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 - J260Y/DS, J260G/DS | |
| ??? | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - J260M/DS | |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41 - J260Y/DS | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 28 - J260M/DS | |
| ??? | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20 - J260G/DS | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2018, August. Released 2018, August |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 143.4 x 72.1 x 8.9 mm (5.65 x 2.84 x 0.35 in) |
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| Weight | 154 g (5.43 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass), plastic back, plastic frame | |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) |
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Display
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Type | PLS LCD |
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| Size | 5.0 inches, 68.9 cm2 (~66.7% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~220 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition) |
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| Chipset | Exynos 7570 Quad (14 nm) | |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 | |
| GPU | Mali-T720 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 8GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 1GB RAM | |
| ??? | eMMC 5.0 |
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Main Camera
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Single | 8 MP, f/2.2, AF |
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 5 MP, f/2.2 |
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| Video |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
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| Bluetooth | 4.2, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0, OTG |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 2600 mAh, removable |
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Misc
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Colors | Black, Gold, Lavender |
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| Models | SM-J260M, SM-J260Y, SM-J260G, SM-J260F, SM-J260T1, SM-J260A, SM-J260AZ, SM-S260DL | |
| SAR | 0.61 W/kg (head) 0.61 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 1.39 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 120 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Samsung Galaxy J2 Core worth buying in 2026?
Samsung Galaxy J2 Core is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.3/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Samsung Galaxy J2 Core?
Samsung Galaxy J2 Core has a 2,600 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Samsung Galaxy J2 Core have?
Samsung Galaxy J2 Core features a 5.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does Samsung Galaxy J2 Core have?
Samsung Galaxy J2 Core is available with 1 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Samsung Galaxy J2 Core?
Genze rates Samsung Galaxy J2 Core 4.3/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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