Samsung
Samsung Galaxy J1 Mini Prime
RM 499.00
Price last checked: 1 Nov 2019. Confirm current price before buying.
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.
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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 |
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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).