Samsung

Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016)

Available. Released 2016, April 145.8  x  72.3  x  8.1 mm Android OS, v6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016)

RM 1,000.00

Source last updated 11 Mar 2018 — likely outdated, confirm before buying.

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This one's an older mid-ranger built around a Snapdragon 410 chipset paired with 2GB RAM, so don't expect it to handle heavy multitasking or newer apps smoothly. The 16GB internal storage is on the tight side too, though a dedicated microSD slot lets you add up to 128GB if needed. Where it does stand out is the 5.2-inch Super AMOLED screen, which gives noticeably deeper blacks and richer colour than the LCD panels common at this price tier back then.

Camera-wise, you get a 13MP rear shooter with f/1.9 aperture and LED flash, plus a 5MP front camera that also has its own flash, a nice touch for selfies in dim lighting. The 3100mAh battery is removable, which some buyers still appreciate for swapping cells instead of relying on a fixed pack. Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016) price in Malaysia starts from RM1000, and it ships with Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow out of the box.

It comes in White, Black, Gold and Rose Gold, and at 159g with an 8.1mm profile, it's light enough for everyday carrying without feeling flimsy.

Full Specifications

Release

Release Status
Available. Released 2016, April

Performance

Processor
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410
GPU
Adreno 306
RAM & Storage
16 GB, 2 GB RAM
External Storage
microSD, up to 128 GB (dedicated slot)
OS
Android OS, v6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Battery
Removable Li-Ion 3100 mAh battery

Screen

Display size
5.2 inches (~70.7% screen-to-body ratio)
720 x 1280 pixels (~282 ppi pixel density)
Display type
Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Multitouch
Yes, up to 5 fingers

Body

Dimension
145.8  x  72.3  x  8.1 mm
Weight
159 g (5.61 oz)
Colors
White, Black, Gold, Rose 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
NFC
Yes (market dependant)
USB
microUSB v2.0
GPS
Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (market dependant)
Radio
FM radio, RDS, recording

Sensors

Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity

Camera & Video

Rear Camera
13 MP, f/1.9, 28mm, autofocus, LED flash
Front Camera
5 MP, f/1.9, LED flash
Video
1080p@30fps
Features
Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection

Audio

Loud Speaker
Voice 66dB / Noise 64dB / Ring 70dB
Sound Jack
Yes
Sound Type
Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones

Frequently asked questions

Does the Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016) support 5G?

Based on its listed network specs (HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps), the Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016) does not support 5G.

How much RAM and storage does the Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016) have?

The Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016) comes with 16 GB, 2 GB RAM.

What's the battery capacity of the Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016)?

The Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016) has a Removable Li-Ion 3100 mAh battery battery.

Is the Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016) still available in Malaysia?

Yes, the Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016) is currently listed as available in Malaysia (release status: Available. Released 2016, April).

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