In November last year, another device from Samsung appeared on the windows and in the catalogs of the store - Galaxy Grand prime... More than six months later, in July 2015, the manufacturer decided to update the popular model and released its update G531, which received the Android Lolipop OS out of the box (the owners of the 530 model have not yet received an official update to version 5 of Android).
The model, which went on sale for about $ 170, is available in two modifications, differing in the installed processor. It could be Spreadtrum (G531H) or Marvell ARMADA (G531F). In the review, we will focus on the features of the first version of the device.
Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime G531H, like its predecessor, has four cores, gigabyte random access memory, a five-inch screen with an 8 MP camera. The design of the novelty needs no introduction, since almost all Samsung smartphones are made in the same style.
Specifications Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime G531H
What caused the hardware change in the new model is not known for certain. Let's not guess, but let's try to figure out what a user who bought a Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime with an updated model index will get.
CPU
The Spreadtrum SC8830 is an inexpensive competitor to the MT6582 and Snapdragon 410. It runs at 1.3 GHz and has similar capabilities to the models mentioned above. So, the AnTuTu benchmark shows 21 thousand rating points (against 16 - 19 thousand for MTK chips and 20 - 24 for Snapdragon).
The Mali 400 graphics chip used in the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime allows you to play modern 3D and gives out, though not high, but acceptable FPS. The same GTA SA and Asphalt 8 will run on it without any problems.
Memory
The RAM in a smartphone is 1 GB, this figure is typical today for smartphones located on the border of the middle and budget class. This amount of RAM is enough for comfortable simultaneous operation of several programs and quick switching between them, but it may seem not enough under more serious loads.
The built-in drive has a capacity of 8 GB, of which just over half is available for downloading content. The rest is allocated for system partitions. The memory card allows you to expand the disk space up to 64 GB.
Battery
The battery, with a capacity of 2600 mAh, has a pretty good battery life. In reading mode, it will be enough for 7 - 9 continuous operation of the device, a little less than Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime will hold out when watching a video. Games can drain the battery in about 5 hours, and in standby mode the smartphone will last 1.5 - 3 days, depending on the frequency of calls and network activity.
Camera
The eight-megapixel matrix installed in the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime is typical for devices of this class. It is equipped with a flash, has autofocus and is able to shoot video in high definition. The quality of the photos is average: not masterpieces, but there is no reason to find fault (considering that this is far from a flagship).
Frontal Samsung camera Galaxy Grand Prime is equipped with a 5 MP matrix and is quite suitable for selfies or video conferencing. However, no one expects more from her. For example, the function of recording video from the front camera can be claimed, at most, by one in ten users.
A certain DJ from Saratov filmed the camera's capabilities in Grand Prime, which we are happy to share with you:
Display
The smartphone uses a five-inch TFT screen with a resolution of 960x540 pixels. The picture, in principle, is not bad, and the pixels are not striking. But the fact that in a device claiming to be middle class, not an HD display, but qHD is used, a little upsetting. We wrote about the types of screens of smartphones in this article.
The viewing angles are decent, there are no obvious color distortions when the smartphone is tilted, however, the brightness is lost. It is not very comfortable to use the device in the sun, but it is quite possible to make out the inscriptions on the screen.
Data transfer
According to some reports, the smartphone received LTE support, but there is no official confirmation of this anywhere. We did not have the opportunity to check the work in the networks of the fourth generation, so the issue remained unresolved. But with GSM and 3G, the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime has no problems.
Sound
For the title of musical Samsung devices The Galaxy Grand Prime never made a claim, so we didn't expect anything special from the sound. It is quite typical and practically does not differ from other devices. We did not notice any noise, but there is traditionally a deficit in the lower frequency range, which is why the music plays too dry and harshly. These weaknesses are less pronounced in the headphones.
OS
Android 5 Lolipop is the main difference between the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime G531H and the previous revision. Model 530 operated under control previous version this OS.
TouchWiz interface is an integral part of Samsung devices' firmware. The shell version used in new Galaxy Grand Prime, similar to that of the flagship models, but with more modest features.
Pros and cons of Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime G531H
Pros of Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime:
- good battery;
- the latest version of the OS;
- support for SDXC memory cards.
Disadvantages of a smartphone:
- the screen is not HD;
- mediocre sound.
Conclusion
The Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime G531H is a smartphone that cannot be unequivocally attributed to either the budget or the middle class. Using an inexpensive processor and a qHD display is more common for $ 100 - $ 150 devices, no more. At the same time, the price tag of $ 170 does not make it possible to call the device a budget one.
Our review showed that a clear advantage of the device in the eyes of users will be the fresh Android OS version 5. Changes in the hardware are important only for "advanced" users, the rest of the differences between different revisions of the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime will simply not be noticed.
And one more video of this device with good quality:
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Overview Samsung smartphone Galaxy J5 2017 (SM-J530F): it's worth it
"Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime 531 F" receives a wide variety of reviews from consumers. There are quite a few functions in the device. It should also be borne in mind that the manufacturer provides a large display. The processor for this model is the Cortex series. The design is quite standard and looks very nice. In this case, the main connectors for connecting a headset are installed. The specified smartphone costs about 11 thousand rubles.
Main characteristics of the model
Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime 531 has the following characteristics: processor frequency - 1.1 GHz, display resolution - 540 by 960 pixels. There is exactly 1 GB of RAM in this device. It should also be noted the compact dimensions of the presented model: width 71 mm, height 145 mm, and depth - only 8.4 mm. This device supports 2 SIM cards. The operating system itself is available in the Android 4.4 series.
Device filling
The microcircuit in the presented "Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime 531" is used for three channels. Thus, the frequency in this sample is quite high. It should also be borne in mind that the processor is installed with a high bandwidth. Performance is closely related to the modulator. In this case, it is installed with a selector. The contacts in the specified model are available with a cover. In addition, it is important to mention that the converter is installed in the device of a standard type, and it does not differ in high throughput. However, the thyristor unit allows the signal to be transmitted fairly quickly in the system. The traverse in the presented sample is provided by the manufacturer of the contact type.
Communication tools
There are quite a few tools for communication in Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime 531. In particular, it should be noted high speed internet... With it, you can transfer data from device to device quite quickly. However, there are other tools as well. Bluetooth in this case is installed by the KK203 series. It recognizes devices with great speed. At the same time, data transfer is fast. Also, you can always use SMS to communicate with friends. In this case, it is quite easy to configure the message parameters. At the same time, symbols in them have the ability to insert the most diverse. The system also allows you to use various files from the gallery and external media. The function of forwarding messages in this model is provided by the manufacturer.
You can also do the breakdown in the specified smartphone. Directly typing text is carried out quite quickly due to the predictive input system. The device is capable of displaying Flash SMS. Also, the data can be copied to the calendar. The information about incoming messages is quite extensive. The specified model can be used to insert destinations. It also makes it possible to send messages.
Which camera is installed?
The Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime 531 camera has the following characteristics: memory - 8 million pixels, and the matrix is used by the PP20 series. Contrast and white balance in this model can be adjusted quite accurately. In this case, the brightness parameter of the device is located at around 200 microns. The user has the ability to choose the sensitivity mode. Directly the resolution for the video is set manually. The noise suppression function is present in this model.
However, the device does not have an autoexpolation option. In this case, the user can improve the sharpness of photos only by increasing the contrast. The manufacturer provides a variety of modes in the model. In frequency, the function of portraits and landscapes can be distinguished. The zoom in the specified device uses standard, and it does not allow achieving high image clarity.
What do they say about the camera?
For the camera "Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime Duos 531" the reviews are very diverse. In most cases, they are still positive. First of all, it is important to mention that it is quite easy to adjust the brightness of photos. At the same time, the mode of viewing video files is very convenient. Also, "Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime 531" gets good reviews for the fact that the contrast can be adjusted from the control panel. In turn, the sensitivity is selected from the camera menu of the device.
Noise reduction mode is set by default in the model. It is also important to mention that the presented model has no problems with focusing. However, many are saddened by the smallness of the presented specimen. There are extensive options for processing photos in the menu. According to consumer feedback, image saturation can be adjusted in levels. The anti-aliasing option deserves special attention in this model. This device has a standard microphone.
Media player for Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime 531: overview and features
Media playback in this model is set to the most common one, and it has few options. First of all, it is important to mention that the interface is standard and there is no way for the user to customize it. You can assign the albums themselves. It is also possible to categorize them by genre. In this case, the name search function is provided by the manufacturer. There are no visualizations in the media player.
The volume of the melody is regulated from the control panel. The user has the ability to randomly listen to music. Stereo and mono audio parameters are selected using the media player menu.
What are the reviews about the media player?
Because of the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime SM 531 media player, the reviews are mostly positive, and many buyers speak well of it. It is installed in the device as usual and does not stand out in any way. Even a beginner can easily understand its settings. Also, "Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime 531" receives good reviews for the fact that all standard options are supported by the media player. At the same time, the sound in it can be selected even from the control panel. Adding new melodies is done pretty quickly.
The user cannot download music directly from the Internet. The control buttons in the presented media player are of medium size. If you believe the reviews of consumers, then rewinding the melody is carried out quite quickly. At the same time, it is very easy to move your favorite music into a separate album for listening.
What's in the box?
The equipment for this model is provided by the manufacturer as standard. However, there is a memory card in the kit. The instructions for the user are provided in Russian. In it you can read the rules for using the device. The headphones in this model are available without a regulator. They do not stand out for their special quality and, according to users, will not last long. The driver is included with the smartphone. When you connect the device to personal computer it can be very useful. The Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime 531 case gets good reviews. In the standard set it can be found in the book type. Wherein Charger provided with 0.7 meter cable. Thus, it is quite convenient to use. The box that comes with the device is compact and looks great for a gift.
What applications are there?
531 "has many applications that can greatly facilitate the work with the device. First of all, it is important to mention a fairly simple photo-reducer. It is capable of correcting a wide variety of images. It has a lot of tools for this.
For entertainment, the manufacturer provides games. also in this device there is useful applications that are installed for the security of the system. In particular, one can single out antivirus program AVR. For her, "Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime 531" gets good reviews. Additionally, the specified device has a high-quality file manager... If you believe the feedback from consumers, then the transmission of information on the Internet is significantly improved with the help of the program "Connected".
Organizer device
The organizer is standard in this model. A currency converter is provided by the manufacturer. Also, the owner is able to use an alarm clock. If you believe the feedback from consumers, setting it up for comfortable use is quite simple. In this case, the recorder is of a standard sample. Thanks to a high-quality microphone, voice recording is good. The calendar on the interface is pretty interesting. It can be used to plan business meetings. It is also important to mention that this model has a stopwatch. It is quite suitable for various sporting events.
General settings
Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime Duos 531 is pretty simple to set up. At the same time, the sounds for calling the user have the ability to download from the Internet. In this case, a separate melody can be set for each individual contact. Separate sounds are loaded for touches in the presented device. Also, the user has the opportunity to select the smartphone lock signal. Thus, customizing this model is as easy as shelling pears to suit your needs. There is a separate item in the menu directly to clear the memory.
In this case, the volume of applications and documents in the model is constantly monitored. Thus, it is easy to locate unnecessary files and do the formatting of the programs. Settings by contacts in the device are also provided. First of all, it is important to mention that the user has the ability to change the view of the list. In this case, the information about the contact can be easily supplemented. In this case, ringtones for numbers are loaded from the gallery and memory card.
In this case, it is possible to use video files. The settings in the presented device deserve special attention. different modes... In particular, the user is able to customize the ringing tone by volume. In this case, the sound can be either single or growing. In this situation, first of all, it is necessary to take into account the environment in which the apparatus is used. If desired, the system is able to remember the parameters of the mode. Subsequently, they can be activated through the device menu.
Information about the brand, model and alternative names of a specific device, if any.
Design
Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, presented in different units of measurement. Used materials, offered colors, certificates.
| Width Width information - refers to the horizontal side of the device in its standard orientation during use. | 72.1 mm (millimeters) 7.21 cm (centimeters) 0.24 ft (feet) 2.84 in (inches) |
| Height Height information - refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use. | 144.8 mm (millimeters) 14.48 cm (centimeters) 0.48 ft (feet) 5.7 in (inches) |
| Thickness Information about the thickness of the device in different units measurements. | 8.6 mm (millimeters) 0.86 cm (centimeters) 0.03 ft (feet) 0.34 in (inches) |
| The weight Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement. | 156 g (grams) 0.34 lbs (pounds) 5.5 oz (ounces) |
| Volume The approximate volume of the device, calculated based on the dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with a rectangular parallelepiped shape. | 89.78 cm³ (cubic centimeters) 5.45 in³ (cubic inches) |
| Colors Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale. | White Gray Golden |
| Materials for the manufacture of the case Materials used for the manufacture of the device body. | Plastic |
SIM card
The SIM card is used in mobile devices to store data that certifies the authenticity of mobile service subscribers.
Mobile networks
A mobile network is a radio system that allows multiple mobile devices to communicate with each other.
Mobile technology and data rates
Communication between devices in mobile networks is carried out using technologies that provide different data transfer rates.
Operating system
An operating system is the system software that controls and coordinates the operation of the hardware components on a device.
SoC (System on a Chip)
A system on a chip (SoC) integrates all the major hardware components of a mobile device into a single chip.
| SoC (System on a Chip) A system on a chip (SoC) integrates various hardware components such as a processor, graphics processor, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as the software necessary for their functioning. | Spreadtrum SC8830 |
| Technological process Information about the technological process by which the chip is manufactured. The value in nanometers is half the distance between the elements in the processor. | 28 nm (nanometers) |
| Processor (CPU) The main function of the processor (CPU) of a mobile device is to interpret and execute instructions contained in software applications. | ARM Cortex-A7 |
| Processor size The bit size of the processor is determined by the size (in bits) of registers, address buses and data buses. 64-bit processors offer better performance than 32-bit processors, which in turn are more efficient than 16-bit processors. | 32 bit |
| Instruction set architecture Instructions are commands with which the software sets / controls the operation of the processor. Information about the instruction set (ISA) that the processor can execute. | ARMv7 |
| Level 1 cache (L1) The cache memory is used by the processor to reduce the time it takes to access more frequently used data and instructions. L1 (level 1) cache is small and is much faster than both system memory and other levels of cache. If the processor does not find the requested data in L1, it continues to look for it in the L2 cache. On some processors, this search is performed simultaneously in L1 and L2. | 32 KB + 32 KB (kilobytes) |
| L2 cache L2 (level 2) cache is slower than L1, but instead has a larger capacity to cache more data. It, like L1, is much faster than system memory (RAM). If the processor does not find the requested data in L2, it continues to look for them in L3 cache memory (if available) or in RAM memory. | 512 KB (kilobytes) 0.5 MB (megabytes) |
| Number of processor cores The processor core executes program instructions. There are processors with one, two or more cores. Having more cores increases performance by allowing multiple instructions to execute in parallel. | 4 |
| CPU clock speed The clock speed of a processor describes its speed in cycles per second. It is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz). | 1300 MHz (megahertz) |
| Graphics processing unit (GPU) A graphics processing unit (GPU) handles computation for a variety of 2D / 3D graphics applications... V mobile devices ah, it is used most often by games, consumer interface, video applications, and more. | ARM Mali-400 MP2 |
| Number of GPU cores Like a processor, a GPU is made up of several working parts called cores. They handle the graphical computation of various applications. | 2 |
| The amount of random access memory (RAM) Random access memory (RAM) used operating system and all installed applications. The data that is saved in the RAM is lost after the device is turned off or restarted. | 1 GB (gigabytes) |
Built-in memory
Each mobile device has built-in (non-removable) fixed memory.
Memory cards
Memory cards are used in mobile devices to increase the storage space for data.
Screen
The screen of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.
| Type / technology One of the main characteristics of the screen is the technology by which it is made and on which the image quality of information directly depends. | TFT |
| Diagonal On mobile devices, screen size is expressed in terms of the length of its diagonal, measured in inches. | 5 in (inches) 127 mm (millimeters) 12.7 cm (centimeters) |
| Width Approximate screen width | 2.45 in (inches) 62.26 mm (millimeters) 6.23 cm (centimeters) |
| Height Approximate screen height | 4.36 in (inches) 110.69 mm (millimeters) 11.07 cm (centimeters) |
| Aspect ratio The aspect ratio of the long side of the screen to its short side | 1.778:1 16:9 |
| Permission Screen resolution indicates the number of pixels horizontally and vertically on the screen. More a high resolution means sharper image detail. | 540 x 960 pixels |
| Pixel density Information about the number of pixels per centimeter or inch of the screen. Higher density allows information to be shown on the screen in clearer detail. | 220 ppi (pixels per inch) 86 ppcm (pixels per centimeter) |
| Color depth Screen color depth reflects the total number of bits used for color components in one pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors that the screen can display. | 24 bit 16777216 flowers |
| Screen footprint The approximate percentage of the display area on the front of the device. | 66.23% (percent) |
| Other characteristics Information about other functions and features of the screen. | Capacitive Multitouch |
Sensors
Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical metrics into signals that can be recognized by the mobile device.
Rear camera
The main camera of a mobile device is usually located on its rear panel and can be combined with one or more additional cameras.
| Sensor type Information about the type of camera sensor. Some of the most widely used types of sensors in mobile cameras are CMOS, BSI, ISOCELL, and others. | CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor) |
| Flash type The rear (rear) cameras of mobile devices mainly use LED flashes. They can be configured with one, two or more light sources and vary in shape. | LED |
| Image Resolution Resolution is one of the main characteristics of cameras. It represents the number of horizontal and vertical pixels in the image. For convenience, smartphone manufacturers often quote resolutions in megapixels, indicating the approximate number of pixels in millions. | 3264 x 2448 pixels 7.99 MP (megapixels) |
| Video resolution Information about the maximum video resolution that the camera can record. | 1280 x 720 pixels 0.92 MP (megapixels) |
| Video recording rate (frame rate) Information about the maximum recording rate (frames per second, fps) supported by the camera at maximum resolution. Some of the most basic video recording speeds are 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, 60 fps. | 30 frames / sec (frames per second) |
| Specifications Information about additional software and hardware features of the rear (rear) camera. | Autofocus Burst shooting Digital zoom Digital image stabilization Geographic tags Touch focus Face recognition Adjusting the white balance ISO setting Exposure compensation Self-timer Scene selection mode |
Front-camera
Smartphones have one or more front cameras of different designs - pop-up camera, PTZ camera, notch or hole in the display, camera under the display.
Audio
Information about the type of speakers and audio technology supported by the device.
Radio
The radio of the mobile device is a built-in FM receiver.
Locating
Information about the navigation and positioning technologies supported by the device.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is a technology that enables wireless communication for transferring data over short distances between various devices.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless transfer of data between different types of devices over short distances.
| Version There are several Bluetooth versions, while each subsequent one improves the speed of communication, coverage, contributes to easier detection and connection of devices. Information about the Bluetooth version of the device. | 4.1 |
| Specifications Bluetooth uses different profiles and protocols to provide more fast exchange data, energy savings, better device discovery, and more. Some of these profiles and protocols that the device supports are shown here. | A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) AVRCP (Audio / Visual Remote control Profile) DIP (Device ID Profile) HFP (Hands-Free Profile) HID (Human Interface Profile) HSP (Headset Profile) MAP (Message Access Profile) OPP (Object Push Profile) PAN (Personal Area Networking Profile) PBAP / PAB (Phone Book Access Profile) HOGP |
USB
USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to exchange data.
Headphone jack
This is an audio connector, which is also called an audio connector. The most widely used standard in mobile devices is the 3.5mm headphone jack.
Connecting devices
Information about other important connection technologies supported by the device.
Browser
A web browser is a software application for accessing and viewing information on the Internet.
Video file formats / codecs
Mobile devices support different video file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode / decode digital video data.
Battery
Mobile device batteries differ in their capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge required for their function.
| Capacity Battery capacity indicates the maximum charge it can store, measured in milliampere-hours. | 2600 mAh (milliampere-hours) |
| Type of The type of battery is determined by its structure and, more precisely, by the chemicals used. Exists different types lithium-ion and lithium-ion-polymer batteries are most commonly used in mobile devices. | Li-Ion (Lithium-ion) |
| Talk time 2G Talk time in 2G is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged during a continuous conversation on a 2G network. | 12 h (hours) 720 min (minutes) 0.5 days |
| Talk time 3G Talk time in 3G is the period of time during which the battery charge is completely discharged during a continuous conversation on a 3G network. | 12 h (hours) 720 min (minutes) 0.5 days |
| Specifications Information about some additional characteristics of the device's battery. | Removable |
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)
SAR levels refer to the amount of electromagnetic radiation absorbed by the human body when using a mobile device.
| SAR level for head (EU) The SAR level indicates maximum amount electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed if the mobile device is held close to the ear in the speaking position. In Europe, the maximum SAR value for mobile devices is limited to 2 W / kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard established by the CENELEC committee in accordance with IEC standards, following the ICNIRP guidelines of 1998. | 0.622 W / kg (Watts per kilogram) |
| Body SAR (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to if the mobile device is held at hip level. The highest SAR value for mobile devices in Europe is 2 W / kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard has been established by the CENELEC committee in accordance with the 1998 ICNIRP guidelines and IEC standards. | 0.438 W / kg (Watts per kilogram) |
| Head SAR (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that a person's body is exposed to when holding a mobile device near the ear. The maximum value used in the United States is 1.6 W / kg per gram of human tissue. US mobile devices are controlled by CTIA and the FCC conducts tests and sets their SAR values. | 0.68 W / kg (Watts per kilogram) |
| Body SAR (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to if the mobile device is held at hip level. The highest SAR value in the United States is 1.6 W / kg per gram of human tissue. This value is set by the FCC and CTIA monitors mobile devices for compliance with this standard. | 0.926 W / kg (Watts per kilogram) |
