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Samsung Galaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS) vs Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016) vs Samsung Galaxy S20 FE phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Galaxy S20 FE X Samsung Galaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS) 05Points
4.5"
AMOLED

480x800

5
MP

2mp

1GB
RAM

Quad-core

2050
mAh

(Removable)

vs
35Points Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS) Compare Samsung Galaxy J1 (2016) X
6.5"
AMOLED

1080x2400

12.2
MP

32mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

4500
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/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!

Galaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS)} 5 Advantages Samsung Galaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS) vs Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS)} 35 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS)
+131 grams (4.59 ounces)45%
Lighter
vs190 grams (6.65 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
vsType-C reversible connector
+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
vsNot supported
1.3GHz 32bit Quad-corevs+2.73GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)191%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
1GBvs+6GB LPDDR55 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
8GB (4GB available)vs+128GB (103GB available)25 times
More internal storage for applications and files
Until 256GB microSD, microSDXCvs+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC3 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)vs+8.4 millimeters (0.33 inches)6%
Thinner
Plastic body, glass frontvs+Aluminum body, glass front, plastic backAdvantage
More resistant material
480x800 pixelsvs+1080x2400 pixels6 times
Higher resolution screen
207 PPIvs+405 PPI96%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
4.5"vs+6.5"44%
Larger screen
(back) 5MPvs+(triple camera) 12.2MP + 12MP + 8MP5 times
Higher resolution main camera
Only digital zoomvs+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
EIS: Digital stabilizationvs+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supportedvs+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
HDR photo only main cameravs+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
f/2.2 (aperture)vs+f/1.8 (aperture)22%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) 2MPvs+(front) 32MP16 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
HD (1280x720)vs+4K UHD (3840x2160)8 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
(front) VGA (640x480)vs+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)26 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
Android 5.1.1 Lollipopvs+Android 13Advantage
Android 13 is newer and safer
(4G LTE) 150 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE-A) 1800 Mbps11 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
2050 mAhvs+4500 mAh120%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]vs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
4.0 + A2DPvs+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
MicroUSB 2.0vs+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
MicroUSB 2.0vs+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supportedvs+IP68 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

14 Common items in both devices
Super AMOLED
16 million
LED flash
Autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus
4G LTE / 4G LTE-A
Capacitive
Multitouch
+7 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Galaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS)Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS)
ModelGalaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS)Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS)
Other model namesGalaxy J1 4G J120G/Dual-SimGalaxy S20 Fan Edition 4G SM-G780F/Dual-SIM (Exynos)
Country or region availableIndiaMalaysiaSingapore
India, Malaysia, Singapore
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandSamsungSamsung
Release date1/1/201610/2/2020, Announced: 9/23/2020
Depth8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)8.4 millimeters (0.33 inches)
Size (width x height)69.3 x 132.6 millimeters (2.73 x 5.22 in)74.5 x 159.8 millimeters (2.93 x 6.29 in)
Weight131 grams (4.59 ounces)190 grams (6.65 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontAluminum body, glass front, plastic back
Protection against water and othersNot supportedIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant

📲 Display

Galaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS)Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS)
Display typeSuper AMOLEDSuper AMOLED
Screen size4.5" inches6.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~62.7% (screen-to-body ratio)~85.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution480x800 pixels1080x2400 pixels (20:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)207 PPI405 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass 3
Refresh ratefeature not registered120Hz
Display featuresfeature not registered700nits[typ], 1000nits[peak]
HDR10+
Always-On Display

🤖 Operating System

Galaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS)Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS)
System versionAndroid 5.1.1 LollipopAndroid 10
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 13
User Interfacefeature not registeredOne UI 2.5 / 3.1 / 4.1 / 5.0

⚙️ Processor

Galaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS)Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS)
Chipset32bit: Spreadtrum SC9830A (28nm)64bit: Samsung Exynos 990 (7nm)
CPUQuad-core, 1 processor:
4x 1.3GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)
Octa-core, 3 processors:
2x 2.73GHz Mongoose M5 (Dual-core)
2x 2.5GHz ARM Cortex-A76 (Dual-core)
4x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-400 MP2ARM Mali-G77 MP11 (800MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredAnTuTu: 514623 (v8), 608454 (v9)

💽 Memory and storage

Galaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS)Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS)
RAM memory1GB6GB LPDDR5
Internal storage8GB (4GB available)128GB (103GB available)
UFS 3.0
External storageUntil 256GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Galaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS)Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload150/50 Mbps1800/200 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 networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1900/2100UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat4 850/900/1800/2100/2600 (Bands 1,3,5,7,8)
TD-LTE 2300/2600 (Bands 38,40)
LTE Cat19 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTEGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat19 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGEGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A

📷 Camera

Galaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS)Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS)
Back camera (main camera)5 megapixels(triple camera)
12.2 megapixels
12MP ultrawide f/2.2123°13mm1/3"1.12µm
8MP telephoto f/2.476mm1/4.5"1.0µmPDAFOIS3x-optical-zoom
Main camera resolution2592x1944 pixels4032x3024 pixels
Video recording (primary)HD (1280x720) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered26mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/1.76" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.8µm pixel
AutofocusAutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomDigital and optical zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRHDR photo only main cameraHDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registered1080p@60fps

📸 Front camera

Galaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS)Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS)
Front camera (secondary)2 megapixels32 megapixels
Front camera resolution1600x1200 pixels6528x4896 pixels
Video recording (secondary)VGA (640x480)4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered26mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/2.74" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered0.8µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Galaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS)Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS)
LoudspeakerSupportedStereo sound
32-bit/384kHz
Dolby Atmos
Tuned by AKG
Active noise cancellationNot supported2 microphones
RadioFM (RDS)Not supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263, MKVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Galaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS)Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS)
USBMicroUSB 2.0USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jackType-C reversible connector
TV outputNot supportedUSB Type-C SlimPort®
Bluetooth4.0 + A2DP5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Galaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS)Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS)
SensorsAccelerometer
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Galaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS)Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity2050 mAh4500 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging25W Wired fast charging
Reverse charging by cable
USB Power Delivery 3.0
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registered15W Qi wireless charging
4.5W Reverse wireless charging
Talk time autonomy12 hoursfeature not registered
Standby240 hours (10 days)feature not registered

➕ Other features

Galaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS)Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice 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
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, White, Gold• Colors: Lavender, Mint, Navy, White, Red, Orange

☢️ Radiation rate

Galaxy J1 2016 (SM-J120G/DS)Galaxy S20 FE (SM-G780F/DS)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)1.08W/kg (head), 1.06W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)0.779W/kg (head), 0.591W/kg (body)0.429W/kg (head), 1.355W/kg (body)
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