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Customer reviews for Galaxy J5

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265 verified reviews

Rating details

Accessories
3.9/5
Appearance
4/5
Battery
3.9/5
Lens & Camera
4.1/5
Overall performance
3.8/5
Packaging
4.1/5
Shipping
4.3/5

Reviews

Susan Z.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 13/08/2023, United Kingdom.
I ordered this phone for the queen of my life, my darling mother, as a surprise! It was as good as new! Great performance for the price! Exceeded my expectations! Thank you so much!
Galaxy J5 16GB - Black - Unlocked
Galaxy J5 16GB - Black - Unlocked
Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
27/07/2023
Heinrich V.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 08/06/2025, United Kingdom.
I am so surprised!Phone is still in an excellent condition!Not regretting this purchase at all!
Galaxy J5 16GB - Black - Unlocked
Galaxy J5 16GB - Black - Unlocked
Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
24/05/2025
John P.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 02/08/2023, United Kingdom.
bought this phone just for browsing and YouTube while main one is charging, so very pleased with it, battery holds good charge still, and easy to change !! if need new one, will buy from here again. 😉
Galaxy J5 8GB - Black - Unlocked
Galaxy J5 8GB - Black - Unlocked
Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
19/07/2023
Claire P.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 09/02/2024, United Kingdom.
Phone has all marks on back and didn't allow me to set up Gmail. Touch sceen won't let me select next button. Want to send back but I'm disabled and have noone to take it post office. Asked back market if can arrange collection from address. They should do this as I've been sent a phone that doesn't work as promised but we shall see what they say No reply yet.
Galaxy J5 8GB - Black - Unlocked
Galaxy J5 8GB - Black - Unlocked
Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
08/02/2024
Rosemary S.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 12/07/2024, United Kingdom.
My son is very happy with his phone, thank you x
Galaxy J5 16GB - Black - Unlocked
Galaxy J5 16GB - Black - Unlocked
Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
11/06/2024
Abdul H.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 13/06/2023, United Kingdom.
Good sarvice
Galaxy J5 16GB - Black - Unlocked
Galaxy J5 16GB - Black - Unlocked
Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
09/06/2023
Akin A.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 01/08/2023, United Kingdom.
Works well and has enough me wort to run apps required. However, sometimes when on an app and usin the touchscreen it closes the app I’m on.
Galaxy J5 16GB - Black - Unlocked
Galaxy J5 16GB - Black - Unlocked
Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
15/07/2023

Everything you ever wanted to know about the Galaxy J5

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5Screen size (in)
Physical SIMSIM card
SM-J500GManufacturer Ref
4GMobile network
Super AMOLEDScreen type
Samsung Galaxy JSerie
5 megapixelsFront camera
AndroidOS
UnlockedCarrier compatibility

The Samsung Galaxy J5 is a reliable smartphone from 2015 that offers essential features for everyday use. With its compact design and user-friendly interface, it's a solid choice for those looking for a straightforward device without the complexity of high-end smartphones.

Key features:

Release Date: June 2015
Display: 5.0-inch Super AMOLED, HD resolution
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 410
Camera: 13MP rear camera with LED flash
Operating System: Ships with Android 5.1 Lollipop

Who is this for?

The Samsung Galaxy J5 is ideal for users who need a basic smartphone for calling, texting, and light browsing. It suits students, seniors, or anyone looking for a no-frills device for daily tasks.

Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
Compact and lightweight design for easy handling.	Limited performance for demanding applications.
Good camera quality for basic photography.	Older operating system may not support the latest apps.

Why refurbished?

Choosing a refurbished Samsung Galaxy J5 helps reduce electronic waste while providing a functional smartphone. Each device from Back Market is rigorously tested to ensure quality and reliability. Learn more about our quality standards.

Screen size (in): 5
SIM card: Physical SIM
Manufacturer Ref: SM-J500G
Mobile network: 4G
Screen type: Super AMOLED
Serie: Samsung Galaxy J
Front camera: 5 megapixels
OS: Android
Carrier compatibility: Unlocked
Storage: 16 GB
Memory (GB): 1.5 GB
Model: Galaxy J5
Foldable: No
Brand: Samsung
Compatible with latest Update: No
Connector: micro USB + Jack 3.5mm
Year of Release: 2015
Weight: 160 g
Main camera: 13 megapixels
Camera Type: Single (1x)
Colour (official name): Blue
Resolution: 720 x 1280
SD Card Slot: microSDXC
Colour: Blue

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Susan Z.

Heinrich V.

John P.

Claire P.

Rosemary S.

Abdul H.

Akin A.

Everything you ever wanted to know about the Galaxy J5

Durability

Overall performance

Camera

Screen quality

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