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Samsung Galaxy J7 phone review — specs and Genze score

Samsung Galaxy J7 Specifications

Versions: J700F (India, Thailand); J700M (LATAM); J700M/DS (Brazil); J700H with no LTE (South Africa, Pakistan, Vietnam, Philippines, Russia); J700T (T-Mobile, Metro PCS); J700P (Virgin Mobile, Boost). Also known as Samsung Galaxy J7 Duos with dual-SIM card slots

Samsung

Released 2015, Jun 19

5 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm) Exynos 7580 Octa (28 nm)

  • 171g, 7.5mm thickness
  • Android 5.1, up to 7.1.1
  • 16GB storage, microSDXC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 5.9 —
Display 6.6 —
Performance 5.1 —
Camera 3.6 —
Body 5.2 —
Gaming 5.8 —
Software 4.4 —
Connectivity 1.6 —
Sensors 7.2 —
Software updates — —
Clean software — —
Heating — —
Media — —
Genze total: 5.2/10

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Quick specifications

5.5"

720x1280 pixels

13MP

1080p

1.5GB RAM

Snapdragon 615

3000mAh

Score breakdown

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5.2 /10
Performance 5.1/10
Battery 5.9/10
Display 6.6/10
Camera 3.6/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 5.8/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 1.6/10
Sensors 7.2/10
1.50 GHz BT 4.1 2015

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 40
Speed HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
HSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Announced 2015, June 19. Released 2015, July 16
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 152.2 x 78.7 x 7.5 mm (5.99 x 3.10 x 0.30 in)
Weight 171 g (6.03 oz)
Build Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
SIM Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Type Super AMOLED
Size 5.5 inches, 83.4 cm2 (~69.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
OS Android 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm)
Exynos 7580 Octa (28 nm)
CPU Octa-core (4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)
Octa-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU Adreno 405
Mali-T720MP2
Card slot microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal 16GB 1.5GB RAM
??? eMMC 5.0 or eMMC 4.5
Single 13 MP, f/1.9, 28mm (wide), AF
Features LED flash, panorama
Video 1080p@30fps
Single 5 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide)
Features LED flash
Video
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.1, A2DP
Positioning GPS, GLONASS
NFC Yes (Snapdragon model only)
Radio FM radio, RDS, recording
USB microUSB 2.0
Sensors Accelerometer, proximity
??? ANT+
Type Li-Ion 3000 mAh, removable
Talk time Up to 18 h (3G)
Music play Up to 76 h
Colors White, Black, Gold
Models SM-J700F, SM-J700H, SM-J700M, SM-J700T, J7, SM-J700T1, SM-J700K, SM-J700P, SM-j7008
SAR 1.25 W/kg (head) 1.36 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 0.50 W/kg (head) 0.37 W/kg (body)
Price About 200 EUR
Performance Basemark OS II 2.0: 709
Basemark X: 3922
Display Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 3.879 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 63dB / Noise 62dB / Ring 66dB
Audio quality Noise -96.1dB / Crosstalk -73.2dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 91h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Samsung Galaxy J7 worth buying in 2026?

Samsung Galaxy J7 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.2/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Samsung Galaxy J7 good for gaming?

Samsung Galaxy J7 scores 58/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Samsung Galaxy J7?

Samsung Galaxy J7 has a 3,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Samsung Galaxy J7 have?

Samsung Galaxy J7 features a 5.50-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Samsung Galaxy J7 have?

Samsung Galaxy J7 is available with 5 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Samsung Galaxy J7?

Genze rates Samsung Galaxy J7 5.2/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenzeRank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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