Samsung

Samsung Galaxy J1 Mini Prime

Available. Released 2016, December 121.6  x  63.1  x  10.8 mm Android OS, v5.1 (Lollipop) - 3G modelAndroid OS, v6.0 (Marshmallow) - LTE model
Samsung Galaxy J1 Mini Prime

RM 499.00

Source last updated 1 Nov 2019 — likely outdated, confirm before buying.

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Spreadtrum SC9830Chipset 8 GB, 1 GB RAMRAM & Storage 5 MP, f/2.2, LED flashRear Camera Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh batteryBattery

This is an entry-level device built for basic tasks rather than heavy multitasking. The Spreadtrum SC9830 quad-core chipset pairs with just 1GB of RAM and 8GB of storage, though a dedicated microSD slot lets you expand that up to 256GB. Its 4.0-inch TFT screen runs at 480 x 800 pixels, which is modest by today's standards but fine for calls, messaging and light browsing.

The 5MP rear camera with LED flash handles casual snapshots, while the VGA front camera is really only there for basic video calls. A removable 1500 mAh battery keeps things light at 126g, and dual SIM support adds flexibility for users juggling two numbers. Samsung Galaxy J1 Mini Prime price in Malaysia starts from RM499.

It ships with Android Marshmallow on the LTE variant, plus Wi-Fi, GPS and FM radio built in. There's nothing flashy here, just a compact, no-frills phone for straightforward everyday use.

Full Specifications

Release

Release Status
Available. Released 2016, December

Performance

Processor
Quad-core 1.5 GHz - J106F/DSQuad-core 1.2 GHz - J106B/DS, J106H/DS
Chipset
Spreadtrum SC9830
GPU
Mali-400MP2
RAM & Storage
8 GB, 1 GB RAM
External Storage
microSD, up to 256 GB (dedicated slot)
OS
Android OS, v5.1 (Lollipop) - 3G modelAndroid OS, v6.0 (Marshmallow) - LTE model
Battery
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery

Screen

Display size
4.0 inches (~59.4% screen-to-body ratio)
480 x 800 pixels (~233 ppi pixel density)
Display type
TFT capacitive touchscreen, 256K colors
Multitouch
Yes

Body

Dimension
121.6  x  63.1  x  10.8 mm
Weight
126 g (4.44 oz)
Colors
Gold, Black, White

Connectivity

SIM
Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
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
v4.0, A2DP
USB
microUSB v2.0
GPS
Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS
Radio
FM radio

Sensors

Sensors
Accelerometer

Camera & Video

Rear Camera
5 MP, f/2.2, LED flash
Front Camera
VGA
Video
720p@30fps
Features
Geo-tagging

Audio

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

Frequently asked questions

Does the Samsung Galaxy J1 Mini Prime support 5G?

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

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

The Samsung Galaxy J1 Mini Prime comes with 8 GB, 1 GB RAM.

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

The Samsung Galaxy J1 Mini Prime has a Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery battery.

Is the Samsung Galaxy J1 Mini Prime still available in Malaysia?

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

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