Free, direct downloads of official stock firmware for the Samsung Galaxy Core LTE (model code SM-G386F) in the XEF region. Pick a build to update, repair, or unbrick your device with the Odin tool.
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE (SM-G386F) — XEF
Released 2014, May 1
137g, 9.8mm thickness
Android 4.2.2
8GB storage, microSDXC, card slot
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE Released 2014, May | 137g, 9.8mm thickness | Android 4.2.2 | 8GB storage, microSDXC | PLS | 5 MP, AF | Li-Ion 2100 mAh, removable
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE Network Specifications
Detailed Network specifications for the Samsung Galaxy Core LTE:
Speed
HSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
4G
3, 7, 20
3G
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
2G
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Timeline
Released2014, May 1
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE body Specifications
Detailed body specifications for the Samsung Galaxy Core LTE:
SIM
Micro-SIM
Weight
137 g (4.83 oz)
Dimensions
132.9 x 66.3 x 9.8 mm (5.23 x 2.61 x 0.39 in)
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE MISC Specifications
Detailed MISC specifications for the Samsung Galaxy Core LTE:
SAR EU
0.40 W/kg (head) 0.39 W/kg (body)
SAR US
0.46 W/kg (head) 0.97 W/kg (body)
Colors
White, Black
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE display Specifications
Detailed display specifications for the Samsung Galaxy Core LTE:
Resolution
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
Size
4.5 inches, 55.8 cm 2 (~63.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Type
PLS
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE Sound Specifications
Detailed Sound specifications for the Samsung Galaxy Core LTE:
3.5mm jack
Yes
Loudspeaker
Yes
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE Platform Specifications
Detailed Platform specifications for the Samsung Galaxy Core LTE:
CPU
Dual-core 1.2 GHz
OS
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE Battery Specifications
Detailed Battery specifications for the Samsung Galaxy Core LTE:
Battery
Li-Ion 2100 mAh, removable
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE memory Specifications
Detailed memory specifications for the Samsung Galaxy Core LTE:
Internal
8GB 1GB RAM
Card slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE Main Camera Specifications
Detailed Main Camera specifications for the Samsung Galaxy Core LTE:
Video
720p@30fps
Features
LED flash
Camera
5 MP, AF
XEF Region Firmware Info
XEF - France
OrangeBouygues TelecomFree Mobile
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 XEF code is used in France by Orange, Bouygues Telecom, Free Mobile, with 2 distinct Samsung Galaxy Core LTE firmware versions found so far.
2 Samsung Galaxy Core LTE firmware versions found for the XEF region, newest first.
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE XEF Firmware Archive
Official Samsung Galaxy Core LTE firmware for the France XEF region, including BL, AP, CP, CSC and HOME_CSC packages for Odin flashing.
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Samsung Galaxy Core LTE Combination & Special Files
Combination and service files for the Samsung Galaxy Core LTE (SM-G386F) — authorized repair, FRP reset after service, and diagnostics.
Device Mobile
Version
Bit - SW REV
FA
Change list
Updated
Status
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XEF Firmware FAQ
Which carriers use the XEF CSC on the Samsung Galaxy Core LTE?+
The XEF CSC is used by Orange, Bouygues Telecom, and Free Mobile in France. Flash the XEF firmware only if your device was sold through one of these carriers.
How many Samsung Galaxy Core LTE firmware versions are available for the XEF region?+
2 distinct Samsung Galaxy Core LTE firmware versions have been found for the XEF (France) region so far, from oldest to the latest build.
How is the XEF 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. XEF is the code for France (Orange, Bouygues Telecom, and Free Mobile) — flashing a different CSC can change your carrier branding, available languages and which OTA updates you receive.
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE (SM-G386F) — XEF
XEF - France
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE XEF Firmware Archive
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE Combination & Special Files