Samsung

Samsung Galaxy J1

Coming soon. Exp. release 2015, Q1 129  x  68.2  x  8.9 mm Android OS, v4.4.4 (KitKat)
Samsung Galaxy J1

RM 268.00

Source last updated 30 Nov 2016 — likely outdated, confirm before buying.

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SpreadtrumChipset 4 GB, 512 MB RAMRAM & Storage 5 MP, 2592 х 1944 pixels, autofocus, LED flashRear Camera Li-Ion 1850 mAh batteryBattery

Samsung Galaxy J1 price in Malaysia starts from RM268, putting it firmly in budget territory. Under the hood is a dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 chipset paired with a Mali-400 GPU and just 512 MB of RAM, so this is a phone built for basic calls, texts and light browsing rather than multitasking. The 4.3-inch TFT display is compact by today's standards, and Android 4.4.4 KitKat runs the show.

Storage is limited at 4 GB, but a microSD slot lets you add up to 128 GB if you need more room for photos or apps. Camera duties fall to a 5 MP rear sensor with LED flash and autofocus, plus a 2 MP front camera for basic selfies and video calls.

The 1850 mAh battery is modest, matching the phone's low-power hardware. Dual SIM support, FM radio and a 3.5mm jack round out a spec sheet aimed squarely at first-time smartphone buyers or those wanting a simple secondary device.

Full Specifications

Release

Release Status
Coming soon. Exp. release 2015, Q1

Performance

Processor
Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
Chipset
Spreadtrum
GPU
Mali-400
RAM & Storage
4 GB, 512 MB RAM
External Storage
microSD, up to 128 GB
OS
Android OS, v4.4.4 (KitKat)
Battery
Li-Ion 1850 mAh battery

Screen

Display size
4.3 inches (~59.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Display type
TFT capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Multitouch
Yes

Body

Dimension
129  x  68.2  x  8.9 mm
Weight
122 g (4.30 oz)
Colors
White, Black, Blue

Connectivity

SIM
Optional Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Data Speed
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
Wifi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
v4.0, A2DP
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, 2592 х 1944 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
Front Camera
2 MP
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 support 5G?

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

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

The Samsung Galaxy J1 comes with 4 GB, 512 MB RAM.

What's the battery capacity of the Samsung Galaxy J1?

The Samsung Galaxy J1 has a Li-Ion 1850 mAh battery battery.

Is the Samsung Galaxy J1 still available in Malaysia?

Yes, the Samsung Galaxy J1 is currently listed as available in Malaysia (release status: Coming soon. Exp. release 2015, Q1).

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