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LG Nexus 5 (D820 16GB) vs Samsung Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)

Side by side comparison between LG Nexus 5 vs Samsung Galaxy J7 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Galaxy J7 X LG Nexus 5 (D820 16GB) 15Points
4.95"
IPS+

1080x1920

8
MP

1.3mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

2300
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
16Points Samsung Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS) Compare LG Nexus 5 X
5.5"
AMOLED

720x1280

13
MP

5mp

1.5GB
RAM

Octa-core

3000
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)

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!

Nexus 5 (D820 16GB)} 15 Advantages LG Nexus 5 (D820 16GB) vs Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)} 16 Advantages Samsung Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)
+2.3GHz 32bit Quad-core19%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1.5GHz 64bit Octa-core (28nm)
+2GB LPDDR233%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs1.5GB LPDDR3
+130 grams (4.55 ounces)32%
Lighter
vs171 grams (5.99 ounces)
+1080x1920 pixels125%
Higher resolution screen
vs720x1280 pixels
+445 PPI67%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs267 PPI
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsEIS: Digital stabilization
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
vsNot supported
+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
vs802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
vsNot supported
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+MicroUSB 3.0Advantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
vsMicroUSB 2.0
+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
Not supportedvs+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
8.6 millimeters (0.34 inches)vs+7.5 millimeters (0.3 inches)15%
Thinner
TFT Super IPS+vs+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
4.95"vs+5.5"11%
Larger screen
(back) 8MPvs+(back) 13MP60%
Higher resolution main camera
LED flashvs+LED flash on both camerasAdvantage
The LED flash on both cameras helps in dark places or in low light
f/2.4 (aperture)vs+f/1.9 (aperture)26%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) 1.3MPvs+(front) 5MP3 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
(front) HD (1280x720)vs+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)125%
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
Android 6.0 Marshmallowvs+Android 7.1.1 NougatAdvantage
Android 7.1.1 Nougat is newer and safer
Not supportedvs+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
2300 mAhvs+3000 mAh30%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
1 slot (Single-SIM)vs+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Not supportedvs+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
4.0 + A2DPvs+4.1 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.1 + A2DP is newer and faster

20 Common items in both devices
16GB (12GB available) / 16GB (11GB available)
16 million
Only digital zoom
Autofocus
HDR photo only main camera
Full HD (1920x1080)
4G LTE
+13 specs and more in the table below

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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

LG Nexus 5 (D820 16GB)Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)
ModelNexus 5 (D820 16GB)Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)
Other model namesLG Google Nexus 5 D820, LG Nexus 5 4G LTE, LG D820 USAGalaxy J7 (4G) SM-J700F/Dual-Sim
Country or region availableUSA
USA
(Global, International)IndiaThailand
(Global, International), India, Thailand
BrandLGSamsung
Release date11/1/20137/16/2015, Announced: 6/19/2015
Depth8.6 millimeters (0.34 inches)7.5 millimeters (0.3 inches)
Size (width x height)69.2 x 137.9 millimeters (2.72 x 5.43 in)78.6 x 152.4 millimeters (3.09 x 6 in)
Weight130 grams (4.55 ounces)171 grams (5.99 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredPlastic body
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

LG Nexus 5 (D820 16GB)Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)
Display typeTFT Super IPS+Super AMOLED
Screen size4.95" inches5.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~70.8% (screen-to-body ratio)~69.6% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x1920 pixels720x1280 pixels (16:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)445 PPI267 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 3Not supported
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredNot supported

๐Ÿค– Operating System

LG Nexus 5 (D820 16GB)Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)
System versionAndroid 4.4 KitKatAndroid 5.1.1 Lollipop
Firmware updateAndroid 6.0 MarshmallowAndroid 7.1.1 Nougat
User Interfacefeature not registeredTouchWiz UX

โš™๏ธ Processor

LG Nexus 5 (D820 16GB)Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)
Chipset32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 MSM8974 (28nm)64bit: Samsung Exynos 7580 (28nm)
CPUQuad-core, 1 processor:
4x 2.3GHz Krait 400 (Quad-core)
Octa-core, 1 processor:
8x 1.5GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Octa-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 330ARM Mali-T720 MP2 (668MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

LG Nexus 5 (D820 16GB)Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)
RAM memory2GB LPDDR21.5GB LPDDR3
Internal storage16GB (12GB available)16GB (11GB available)
eMMC 5.0
External storageNot supportedUntil 128GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

LG Nexus 5 (D820 16GB)Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload150/50 Mbps150/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat4 700/800/850/1700/1900/2100 (Bands 1,2,4,5,17,19,25,26)
TD-LTE 2500 (Bands 41)
LTE Cat4 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTEGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

LG Nexus 5 (D820 16GB)Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)
Back camera (main camera)8 megapixels13 megapixels
Main camera resolution3264x2448 pixels4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash on both cameras
Focal aperturef/2.4 (aperture)f/1.9 (aperture)
Focal length30mm (lens)28mm (lens)
Sensor size1/3.2" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.4ยตm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusAutofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo only main cameraHDR photo only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

LG Nexus 5 (D820 16GB)Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)
Front camera (secondary)1.3 megapixels5 megapixels
Front camera resolution1280x1024 pixels2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (secondary)HD (1280x720)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedLED
Focal aperturef/2.4 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered23mm (lens)
Sensor size1/6" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.9ยตm pixelfeature not registered

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

LG Nexus 5 (D820 16GB)Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)
LoudspeakerSupportedMono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones
RadioNot supportedFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, eAAC+, AC3MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

LG Nexus 5 (D820 16GB)Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)
USBMicroUSB 3.0MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputMicro-B USB SlimPortNot supported
Bluetooth4.0 + A2DP4.1 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

LG Nexus 5 (D820 16GB)Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

LG Nexus 5 (D820 16GB)Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity2300 mAh3000 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy17 hours18 hours
Standby300 hours (12.5 days)feature not registered

โž• Other features

LG Nexus 5 (D820 16GB)Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: Black, White
โ€ข USB OTG On-The-Go
โ€ข Qi Wireless charging
โ€ข Colors: White, Black, Gold

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

LG Nexus 5 (D820 16GB)Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F/DS)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered0.503W/kg (head), 0.373W/kg (body)
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