Samsung announced the launch of the Galaxy Grand Prime smartphone in 2014. The manufacturer is offering the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime phone with 5 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 MSM8916 chipset, 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal storage.
The Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime comes with Android OS v4.4.4 (KitKat) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 2600 mAh battery. The 5 inches phone comes with TFT display (540 x 960 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 Grand Prime specifications
| Brand | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Name | Galaxy Grand Prime |
| Model | SM-G530 |
| Release date | 2014 |
Body
The weight of Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime is about 5.5 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Samsung phone are average (5.7 x 2.84 x 0.34 inches).
| Weight | 5.5 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.7 x 2.84 x 0.34 inches |
| Colors | gold, gray, white |
| SIM type | Micro SIM |
System
The Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime comes with Android OS v4.4.4 (KitKat) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS.
| OS version | Android OS v4.4.4 (KitKat) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 MSM8916 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 306 |
Display
The size of Galaxy Grand Prime screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5 inches TFT display of Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime with 540 x 960 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | TFT |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 5 inches |
| Resolution | 540 x 960 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime (1 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (8 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.
| RAM | 1 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 8 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
Camera
The camera of the Galaxy Grand Prime 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 | 5 MP |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 8 MP, 3264 x 2448 px, autofocus |
| Flash | LED |
Connectivity
The Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime supports 2G, 3G and 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 Grand Prime comes with NFC (Near Field Communication) functionality. Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. The Galaxy Grand Prime 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 / 4G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | v4.0, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS, Beidou |
| NFC | yes |
| FM radio | yes |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Battery
The Li-Ion 2600 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 Grand Prime is removable. You can simply buy a new piece from the open market and interchange it easily by yourself.
| Type | Li-Ion 2600 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. This Samsung phones comes with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Dual SIM capability of Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime 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, compass, proximity |
|---|---|
| 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 Grand Prime, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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