Apple iPhone 2G (4GB) vs Samsung Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB)

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Side by side comparison between Apple iPhone 2G vs Samsung Galaxy J5 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

10/11/2015 11:44 AM, updated: 9/27/2024 5:07 AM

Compare Samsung Galaxy J5 X Apple iPhone 2G (4GB) 02Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.5"
TFT

320x480

2
MP

128MB
RAM

Single-core

1400
mAh

(Non removable)

33Points Samsung Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB) Compare Apple iPhone 2G X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5"
AMOLED

720x1280

13
MP

5mp

1.5GB
RAM

Quad-core

2600
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

2 Advantages Apple iPhone 2G (4GB)	vs	33 Advantages Samsung Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB)
+135 grams (4.73 ounces)8% Lighter	vs	146 grams (5.11 ounces)
+Gorilla GlassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
412MHz 32bit Single-core	vs	+1.2GHz 64bit Quad-core4 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
128MB SDRAM	vs	+1.5GB LPDDR211 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
4GB (3.49GB available)	vs	+8GB (4GB available)15% More internal storage for applications and files
Flash (EEPROM)	vs	+eMMC 4.5Advantage Fastest write and read storage.
Not supported	vs	+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
11.6 millimeters (0.46 inches)	vs	+7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)47% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
320x480 pixels	vs	+720x1280 pixels5 times Higher resolution screen
165 PPI	vs	+294 PPI78% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.5"	vs	+5"43% Larger screen
(back) 2MP	vs	+(back) 13MP6 times Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+LED flash on both camerasAdvantage The LED flash on both cameras helps in dark places or in low light
Not supported	vs	+Only digital zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
Not supported	vs	+AutofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supported	vs	+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supported	vs	+HDR photo only main cameraAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Not supported	vs	+(front) 5MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
Not supported	vs	+Full HD (1920x1080)Advantage More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
2300000 apps (App Store)	vs	+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)52% More apps available to download and use
2G EDGE	vs	+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster
(2G EDGE) 0.384 Mbps	vs	+(4G LTE) 150 Mbps390 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+ANT+Advantage Sensors help you use the device
1400 mAh	vs	+2600 mAh86% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily
Not supported	vs	+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
1 slot (Single-SIM)	vs	+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Not supported	vs	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supported	vs	+FM (RDS)Advantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
Not supported	vs	+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDouAdvantage It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
802.11 b/g [wifi3]	vs	+802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]Advantage WiFi 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] is newer and faster
2.0 + A2DP	vs	+4.1 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.1 + A2DP is newer and faster
HTML, XHTML	vs	+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet

10 Common items in both devices

Plastic body, glass front

16 million

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Proximity sensor

Hands-free calling

+3 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	iPhone 2G (4GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	iPhone 2G (4GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB)
Other model names	Apple iPhone 1, iPhone 2007 (A1203)	Galaxy J5 (4G) SM-J500M/Dual-Sim, Galaxy J5 2015
Country or region available	(Europe), Canada, USA	Brazil
Brand	Apple	Samsung
Release date	6/1/2007	7/1/2015
Depth	11.6 millimeters (0.46 inches)	7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)	61 x 115 millimeters (2.4 x 4.53 in)	71.8 x 142.1 millimeters (2.83 x 5.59 in)
Weight	135 grams (4.73 ounces)	146 grams (5.11 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	iPhone 2G (4GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	Super AMOLED
Screen size	3.5" inches	5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~52% (screen-to-body ratio)	~67.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	320x480 pixels (3:2)	720x1280 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 2-points	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	165 PPI	294 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass	Not supported
Refresh rate	60Hz	feature not registered
Display features	Oleophobic coating screen	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	iPhone 2G (4GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB)
System version	iOS 1.0	Android 5.1.1 Lollipop
Firmware update	iOS 3.0	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	iPhone 2G (4GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB)
Chipset	32bit: Samsung S5L8900	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 MSM8916 (28nm)
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 412MHz ARM1176JZF-S (Single-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	PowerVR MBX Lite	Qualcomm Adreno 306 450Mhz
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	iPhone 2G (4GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB)
RAM memory	128MB SDRAM	1.5GB LPDDR2
Internal storage	4GB (3.49GB available) Flash (EEPROM)	8GB (4GB available) eMMC 4.5
External storage	Not supported	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	iPhone 2G (4GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	0.384 Mbps	150/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	Not supported	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat4 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 17, 28)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	CSD, GPRS, EDGE	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	GPRS, EDGE
📷 Camera
	iPhone 2G (4GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB)
Back camera (main camera)	2 megapixels	13 megapixels
Main camera resolution	1600x1200 pixels	4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Not supported	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	Not supported	LED flash on both cameras
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/1.9 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	28mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Autofocus	Not supported	Autofocus
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	Not supported	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Not supported	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Not supported	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	HDR photo only main camera
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	iPhone 2G (4GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	5 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	LED
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	23mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	iPhone 2G (4GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB)
Loudspeaker	Mono sound (not stereo)	Supported
Active noise cancellation	1 microphone	2 microphones or more
Radio	Not supported	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	feature not registered	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formats	MP3	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	iPhone 2G (4GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB)
USB	USB 2.0 proprietary connector	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Proprietary TV-out	Not supported
Bluetooth	2.0 + A2DP	4.1 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	Not supported	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	iPhone 2G (4GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor ANT+ Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	iPhone 2G (4GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	1400 mAh	2600 mAh
Charger, watts	5W (5V/1A) Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	8 hours	17 hours
Standby	250 hours (10.4 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	iPhone 2G (4GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB)
Call control	Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS, E-mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Not supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black	• Colors: White, Black, Gold • Samsung TouchWiz UX • ANT+ support
☢️ Radiation rate
	iPhone 2G (4GB)	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500M/DS 8GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	0.97W/kg (head), 0.38W/kg (body)	0.72W/kg (head), 0.8W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.97W/kg (head), 0.69W/kg (body)	0.59W/kg (head), 0.38W/kg (body)