Samsung announced the launch of the Galaxy Core 2 smartphone in 2014. The manufacturer is offering the Samsung Galaxy Core 2 phone with 4.5 inches display, Spreadtrum SC8830 chipset, 768 MB of RAM and 4 GB of internal storage.
The Samsung Galaxy Core 2 comes with Android OS v4.4.2 (KitKat) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 2000 mAh battery. The 4.5 inches phone comes with TFT display (480 x 800 px). A thin-film transistor (TFT) is a type of field-effect transistor that is usually used in a liquid crystal display (LCD). This type of display features a thin-film transistor for each individual pixel.
Samsung Galaxy Core 2 specifications
| Brand | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Name | Galaxy Core 2 |
| Model | SM-G355 |
| Release date | 2014 |
Body
The weight of Samsung Galaxy Core 2 is about 4.9 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Samsung phone are average (5.13 x 2.68 x 0.39 inches).
| Weight | 4.9 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.13 x 2.68 x 0.39 inches |
| Colors | black, white |
| SIM type | Micro SIM |
System
The Samsung Galaxy Core 2 comes with Android OS v4.4.2 (KitKat) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS.
| OS version | Android OS v4.4.2 (KitKat) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Spreadtrum SC8830 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400 MP2 |
Display
The size of Galaxy Core 2 screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 4.5 inches TFT display of Samsung Galaxy Core 2 with 480 x 800 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | TFT |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 4.5 inches |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of Samsung Galaxy Core 2 (768 MB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (4 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.
| RAM | 768 MB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 4 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
Camera
The camera of the Galaxy Core 2 is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus.
| Selfie camera | VGA |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 5 MP, 2592 х 1944 px, autofocus |
| Flash | LED |
Connectivity
The Samsung Galaxy Core 2 doesn't support 4G/LTE networks. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The Galaxy Core 2 phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.
| GSM 2G bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
|---|---|
| Network coverage | 2G / 3G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | v4.0, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | no |
| FM radio | yes |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Battery
The Li-Ion 2000 mAh battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery which offers high energy, is lightweight and does not require periodic full discharge. The battery of Galaxy Core 2 is removable. You can simply buy a new piece from the open market and interchange it easily by yourself.
| Type | Li-Ion 2000 mAh |
|---|
Features
Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. The Dual SIM capability of Samsung Galaxy Core 2 phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone doesn't support fast charging technology.
| Sensors | accelerometer |
|---|---|
| Specials | Dual SIM |
The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Samsung Galaxy Core 2, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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