• 5.5" (1280x720) TFT LCD
  • 3GB
    Exynos 7870 Octa SoC
    16GB Storage
  • 8-MP, f/1.9 1 Rear Camera
    CAMERA HW score: 52
  • 3600 mAh

The Samsung Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017) phone has a 5.5-inch (1280x720) TFT LCD screen, a 8MP main camera and a 5MP selfie camera. The battery capacity is 3600 mAh and the main processor is a Exynos 7870 Octa with 3 GB of RAM.

Specifications Highlights
ProductGalaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017) (Launched 2017-06-01)
Display5.5" 1280x720 TFT LCD
Rear Camera(s)
  • 32mm 8-MP f/1.9 (Primary)
Selfie Camera(s)
  • 22mm 5-MP
Computing
  • Exynos 7870 Octa SoC
  • 3GB RAM
  • 16GB Storage
  • MicroSD (256GB max.)
Battery3600 mAh
DesignIP Rating, 181g (6.4oz), 152.5x74.8x8 mm (6.00 x 2.94 x 0.31 inches)
Price (Market)$295
Price at Launch$265
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Display
TypeTFT LCD
Diagonal (inches)5.5"
Display/Body Ratio73.1%
Resolution1280x720
Sharpness (PPI)267 PPI
Features
  • Multitouch
  • Glossy
Color Depth24 bit (16,777,216 Colors)
Primary Camera
Megapixel8-MP
Aperturef/1.9
Focal Length (35mm) 32mm
Sensor SizeSmall
Autofocus Features
  • Contrast
  • Phase Detection
Hardware Features
  • Autofocus
  • Flash
  • HDR Photo
Video Resolutions
  • 720p/30fps
  • 1080p/30fps
Battery
Battery TypeLi-Ion
Battery Capacity (mAh)3600 mAh
Battery Features
  • Removable
Talk Time24 hours
Music Playback Time91 hours
Computing
Processor BrandSamsung
Processor NameExynos 7870 Octa
Processor ModelExynos 7870
Processor # Cores8
Main Processor Frequency (GHz)1.6 GHz
RAM Options3GB
Internal Storage Options16GB
Memory Card TypeMicroSD
Mem. Card Max. Size256GB
Operating System + VersionAndroid 7.1
Communications
LTE Category (Download)LTE CAT6 301 Mbps
Modem Features
  • GPRS
  • EDGE
  • LTE
WiFi Speed
  • a
  • b
  • g
  • n
  • ac
WiFi Features
  • Hotspot
  • Dual-band
  • WiFi Direct
Bluetooth Features
  • A2DP
NFC Features
  • NFC Supported
Connector TypeMicro USB
Connector Features
  • USB 2.0
SAR EU Head0.57 W/Kg
SAR EU Body1.33 W/Kg
Sim Card 0
NameSIM0
SIM TypeNano SIM
SIM Features
  • 4G
Multimedia
Audio Alerts
  • VIBRATION
  • MP3
  • WAV
Audio Features
  • Loudspeaker
  • 3.5mm Port
Video Formats
  • MP4
  • WMV
  • H.264
Sensors
  • Accelerometer
  • Compass
  • GPS
  • A-GPS
  • GLONASS
  • Proximity

Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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The last time we checked, the Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017) was retailing at around $295 online. Things may have changed a bit since. The Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017) launched at $265 on 2017-06-01.
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No. Our data shows that the Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017) is NOT water-tight an has no IP-Rating rating.
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No, the Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017) does not have dual-SIMs according to our data, but it may be different in Asia. We mostly track USA data.
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No, the Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017) resolution of (1280x720) is not defined as 4K.
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No, Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017) does not support Wireless Charging.
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No, the Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017) does not feature Qi Wireless Charging.
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Yes, the Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017) is a 4G device that is rated 4G LTE cat6 (301 Mbps).
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No, the Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017) is not a 5G NR handset.
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No, the Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017) does not have a USB C port.
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Yes, the Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017) has a removable battery.

Samsung Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017) Specs & Speed Benchmarks

Geekbench 4 Single

Higher is better
Nokia 6Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017)Motorola Moto G5 Plus575600625650675700725750775800825850

Geekbench 4 Multi

Higher is better
Nokia 6Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017)Motorola Moto G5 Plus225025002750300032503500375040004250

GFXBench Manhattan (Offscr.)

Higher is better
Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017)Nokia 6Motorola Moto G5 PlusApple iPhone 6sApple iPhone SE2.557.51012.51517.52022.52527.53032.53537.54042.5

GFXBench Manhattan 3.1 (Offscr.)

Higher is better
Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017)Nokia 6Motorola Moto G5 PlusApple iPhone SE2.557.51012.51517.52022.52527.530

GFXBench T-Rex (Offscr.)

Higher is better
Samsung Galaxy S4Galaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017)Nokia 6Motorola Moto G5 PlusApple iPhone 6sApple iPhone SE10152025303540455055606570758085

Battery Capacity (mAh)

Higher is better
Apple iPhone SEApple iPhone 6sSamsung Galaxy J3 (2016)Samsung Galaxy S4Gionee S8Huawei Y6 (2018)Lenovo S5Nokia 6Motorola Moto G5 PlusZTE Zmax ProGalaxy J7 (SM-J727U, 2017)12501500175020002250250027503000325035003750