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Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016)
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Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016)

Released: 2016, March 31. Released 2016, May 06Price: About 120 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop) or Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat)
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7, Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 - USA
GPUMali-400, Mali-T720 - USA
NFCYes (market dependent)
SAR1.17 W/kg (head) 1.12 W/kg (body)
SIMMicro-SIM, Micro-SIM + Micro-SIM, Nano-SIM (USA models only)
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
Size5.0 inches, 68.9 cm, 2, (~68.2% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper AMOLED
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandSamsung
BuildGlass front (Asahi Dragontrail), plastic back, plastic frame
ModelSamsung Galaxy J3 (2016)
PriceAbout 120 EUR
RadioFM radio, RDS, recording (market dependent)
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Video720p@30fps
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsWhite, Black, Gold
ModelsSM-J320H, SM-J3109, SM-J320FN, SM-J320P, SM-J320F, SM-J320M, SM-J320Y, SM-J320A, SM-J320G, SM-J327T1, SM-J320V, SM-J320YZ, SM-J320W8, SM-J320ZN, SM-J320N0, SM-J320R4
SAR EU0.48 W/kg (head) 0.42 W/kg (body)
Single2 MP (USA), 5 MP, f/2.2 (all other regions)
StatusDiscontinued
Weight138 g (4.87 oz)
ChipsetSpreadtrum SC9830, Exynos 3475 Quad (28 nm) - USA
DisplayContrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 3.523 (sunlight)
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20
FeaturesLED flash, HDR
Internal8GB 1.5GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM
Released2016, March 31. Released 2016, May 06
Stand-byUp to 349 h
Announced2016, March 31. Released 2016, May 06
Bluetooth4.0/4.1, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 22 h
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions142.3 x 71 x 7.9 mm (5.60 x 2.80 x 0.31 in)
Music playUp to 77 h
ProtectionAsahi Dragontrail Glass
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerVoice 64dB / Noise 65dB / Ring 68dB
PerformanceBasemark OS II 2.0: 326Basemark X: 1424
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio qualityNoise -92.4dB / Crosstalk -91.3dB
Battery (old)Endurance rating 66h

Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) Overview

About Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) is a discontinued device from Samsung's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2016. Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) has a wide variety of great specifications such as 8GB 1.5GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM with Spreadtrum SC9830, Exynos 3475 Quad (28 nm) - USA , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016)?

The Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Samsung devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016).