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Samsung Galaxy J3 Emerge Specifications
Versions: Galaxy J3 Emerge J327P (Sprint); Galaxy J3 Eclipse J327V (Verizon); Galaxy J3 Prime J327T (T-Mobile); Galaxy Express Prime 2 J327A (AT&T); Galaxy Amp Prime 2 J327A (Cricket)
Samsung
Released 2017, Jan 15
5 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm) - Sprint Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm) - BoostMobile, Cricket, T-Mobile
- 147g, 8.7mm thickness
- Android 6.0.1Android 7.0 - Amp Prime 2
- 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 | 4.8 | — |
| Camera | 3.9 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 4.7 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 1.6 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
5.0"
720x1280 pixels
5MP
1080p
1.5GB RAM
Snapdragon 430
2600mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| ??? | CDMA 800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 | |
| 4G bands | 2, 4, 5, 12, 25, 26, 41 | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2017, January. Released 2017, January |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 140.9 x 70.1 x 8.7 mm (5.55 x 2.76 x 0.34 in) |
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| Weight | 147 g (5.19 oz) | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
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Display
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Type | TFT |
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| Size | 5.0 inches, 68.9 cm2 (~69.8% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow) Android 7.0 (Nougat) - Amp Prime 2 |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm) - Sprint Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm) - BoostMobile, Cricket, T-Mobile |
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| CPU | Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 - Sprint Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 - BoostMobile, Cricket, T-Mobile |
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| GPU | Adreno 505 - Sprint Adreno 308 - BoostMobile, Cricket, T-Mobile |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 16GB 1.5GB RAM | |
| ??? | eMMC 5.1 |
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Main Camera
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Single | 5 MP, f/1.9, AF |
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| Features | LED flash, HDR | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps (J3 Emerge, J3 Eclipse, Galaxy J3 Prime); 720p@30fps (Amp Prime 2) |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 2 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 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
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| Bluetooth | 4.2, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | FM radio (operator dependant) | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 2600 mAh, removable |
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| Stand-by | Up to 408 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 23 h (3G) | |
| Music play | Up to 71 h |
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Misc
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Colors | Silver, Black |
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| Models | SM-J327A, SM-J327, SM-J327T, SM-J327V, SM-J327P, SM-J327W, SM-J326AZ | |
| Price | About 200 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Samsung Galaxy J3 Emerge worth buying in 2026?
Samsung Galaxy J3 Emerge is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.6/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Samsung Galaxy J3 Emerge?
Samsung Galaxy J3 Emerge has a 2,600 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Samsung Galaxy J3 Emerge have?
Samsung Galaxy J3 Emerge features a 5.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does Samsung Galaxy J3 Emerge have?
Samsung Galaxy J3 Emerge is available with 5 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Samsung Galaxy J3 Emerge?
Genze rates Samsung Galaxy J3 Emerge 4.6/10 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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