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Samsung J165 Specifications
Samsung
Released 2009, Jan 15
- 78g, 13.4mm thickness
- Feature phone
- 8MB storage, microSD slot
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 1.4 | — |
| Display | 4.9 | — |
| Performance | 2.3 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 3.5 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
128x160 pixels
1.3MP
144p
800mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / UMTS |
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | UMTS 850 / 2100 | |
| Speed | Yes, 384 kbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2009, January |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 110.5 x 48.3 x 13.4 mm (4.35 x 1.90 x 0.53 in) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 78 g (2.75 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | TFT, 65K colors |
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| Size | ||
| Resolution | 128 x 160 pixels |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSD (dedicated slot) |
|---|---|---|
| Phonebook | 1000 entries, Photocall | |
| Call records | Yes | |
| Internal | 8MB |
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Main Camera
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Single | 1.3 MP |
|---|---|---|
| Video | SQCIF@15fps |
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Selfie camera
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??? | No |
|---|
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | No |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | No |
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Comms
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WLAN | No |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 2.0 | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | microUSB |
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Features
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Sensors | |
|---|---|---|
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, Email | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML | |
| Games | Yes | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| ??? | MP4/3GP player MP3/AAC+/MIDI player Organizer Currency converter Voice memo Predictive text input |
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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Ion 800 mAh battery |
|---|---|---|
| Stand-by | Up to 250 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 3 h |
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Misc
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Colors | Gray |
|---|---|---|
| SAR | 0.76 W/kg (head) 0.59 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.72 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 70 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Samsung J165 worth buying in 2026?
Samsung J165 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 3.8/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Samsung J165?
Samsung J165 has a 800 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What is the Genze score for Samsung J165?
Genze rates Samsung J165 3.8/10 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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