Samsung

Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016)

Available. Released 2016, January 132.6  x  69.3  x  8.9 mm Android OS, v5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016)

RM 699.00

Source last updated 6 Jan 2018 — likely outdated, confirm before buying.

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Exynos 3475 QuadChipset 8 GB, 1 GB RAMRAM & Storage 5 MP, f/2.2, autofocus, LED flashRear Camera Removable Li-Ion 2050 mAh batteryBattery

Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016) price in Malaysia starts from RM699, putting it firmly in entry-level territory. Inside is an Exynos 3475 quad-core chipset paired with just 1GB of RAM and 8GB storage, though a dedicated microSD slot lets you push storage up to 128GB. The 4.5-inch Super AMOLED screen is a nice touch at this price point, even if the 480 x 800 resolution keeps things modest.

Camera-wise, you get a 5MP rear shooter with autofocus and LED flash, plus a 2MP front camera for basic selfies and video calls. Neither will impress anyone used to modern multi-lens setups, but they cover the basics. The removable 2050mAh battery keeps the phone light at 131g and easy to service down the line.

It ships with Android 5.1.1 Lollipop, dual SIM support, and LTE connectivity, so calls, texts and light browsing are handled fine. This is a phone built for simplicity rather than speed, and it shows in every spec sheet line.

Full Specifications

Release

Release Status
Available. Released 2016, January

Performance

Processor
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
Chipset
Exynos 3475 Quad
GPU
Mali-T720
RAM & Storage
8 GB, 1 GB RAM
External Storage
microSD, up to 128 GB (dedicated slot)
OS
Android OS, v5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Battery
Removable Li-Ion 2050 mAh battery

Screen

Display size
4.5 inches (~44.8% screen-to-body ratio)
480 x 800 pixels (~245 ppi pixel density)
Display type
Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Multitouch
Yes

Body

Dimension
132.6  x  69.3  x  8.9 mm
Weight
131 g (4.62 oz)
Colors
White, Black, Gold

Connectivity

SIM
Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dua
Data Speed
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Wifi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
v4.1, A2DP, LE
USB
microUSB v2.0
GPS
Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS
Radio
FM radio with RDS; recording

Sensors

Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity

Camera & Video

Rear Camera
5 MP, f/2.2, autofocus, LED flash
Front Camera
2 MP, f/2.2
Video
720p@30fps
Features
Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection

Audio

Loud Speaker
Yes
Sound Jack
Yes
Sound Type
Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones

Frequently asked questions

Does the Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016) support 5G?

Based on its listed network specs (HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps), the Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016) does not support 5G.

How much RAM and storage does the Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016) have?

The Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016) comes with 8 GB, 1 GB RAM.

What's the battery capacity of the Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016)?

The Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016) has a Removable Li-Ion 2050 mAh battery battery.

Is the Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016) still available in Malaysia?

Yes, the Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016) is currently listed as available in Malaysia (release status: Available. Released 2016, January).

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