
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) Released 2016, May 06 | 138g, 7.9mm thickness | Android 5.1.1 or Android 6.0, up to 7.1.1 | 8GB/16GB storage, microSDXC | Super AMOLED | 8 MP, f/2.2, AF 5 MP, f/2.2, AF - USA | Li-Ion 2600 mAh, removable
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) Network Specifications
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
| 4G | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20 |
| 3G | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 2G | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) body Specifications
| SIM | · Micro-SIM · Micro-SIM + Micro-SIM · Nano-SIM (USA models only) |
| Build | Glass front (Asahi Dragontrail), plastic back, plastic frame |
| Weight | 138 g (4.87 oz) |
| Dimensions | 142.3 x 71 x 7.9 mm (5.60 x 2.80 x 0.31 in) |
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) MISC Specifications
| SAR EU | 0.48 W/kg (head) 0.42 W/kg (body) |
| SAR US | 1.17 W/kg (head) 1.12 W/kg (body) |
| Colors | White, Black, Gold |
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) display Specifications
| Protection | Asahi Dragontrail Glass |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density) |
| Size | 5.0 inches, 68.9 cm 2 (~68.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Super AMOLED |
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) Sound Specifications
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) Platform Specifications
| GPU | Mali-400 Mali-T720 - USA |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7 Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 - USA |
| Chipset | Spreadtrum SC9830 Exynos 3475 Quad (28 nm) - USA |
| OS | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop) or Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat) |
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) Battery Specifications
| Battery | Li-Ion 2600 mAh, removable |
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) memory Specifications
| Internal | 8GB 1.5GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) Main Camera Specifications
| Video | 720p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, HDR |
| Camera | 8 MP, f/2.2, AF 5 MP, f/2.2, AF - USA |
PHE Region Firmware Info
A CSC (Consumer Software Customization) code ties a Samsung firmware build to the country and carrier it was released for, controlling branding, available languages and which OTA updates a device receives. The PHE code is used in Spain by Movistar, Vodafone, Orange, Yoigo, Mobil R, Euskaltel, TeleCable, Jazztel, Carrefour, Pepephone, RACC, Eroski Movil, Neo, PTV Telecom, Ibercom, TPH Movil, with one Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) firmware version known so far.
Official Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) firmware for the Spain PHE region, including BL, AP, CP, CSC and HOME_CSC packages for Odin flashing.
Combination and service files for the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) (SM-J320F) — authorized repair, FRP reset after service, and diagnostics.
| Device Mobile | Version | Bit - SW REV | FA | Change list | Updated | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PHE Firmware FAQ
Which carriers use the PHE CSC on the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016)?+
The PHE CSC is used by Movistar, Vodafone, Orange, Yoigo, Mobil R, Euskaltel, TeleCable, Jazztel, Carrefour, Pepephone, RACC, Eroski Movil, Neo, PTV Telecom, Ibercom, and TPH Movil in Spain. Flash the PHE firmware only if your device was sold through one of these carriers.
How many Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) firmware versions are available for the PHE region?+
Currently one known Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) firmware version is available for the PHE (Spain) region.
How is the PHE CSC different from other region codes?+
Samsung ties every firmware build to one of roughly 599 CSC (Consumer Software Customization) codes, each tied to a specific country and carrier. PHE is the code for Spain (Movistar, Vodafone, Orange, Yoigo, Mobil R, Euskaltel, TeleCable, Jazztel, Carrefour, Pepephone, RACC, Eroski Movil, Neo, PTV Telecom, Ibercom, and TPH Movil) — flashing a different CSC can change your carrier branding, available languages and which OTA updates you receive.
