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Samsung Galaxy S8

6.7/ 10

Updated Dec 2019

Announced 2017Available
  • Network
    LTE / HSPA / GSM
  • Display
    5.8 inches · 1440×2960
  • Camera
    12 MP
  • Memory
    4 GB RAM
  • Battery
    3000 mAh
  • OS
    Android 7.0

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The Samsung Galaxy S8 is a smartphone announced 2017. Key specs include a 5.8 inches display, 4 GB RAM, up to 64GB storage, a Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Mongoose M2 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53) - EMEA Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo) - USA & China chipset, a 12 MP main camera, a 3000 mAh battery, and runs Android 7.0. AppsApk rates the Samsung Galaxy S8 at 6.7 out of 10.

Rating breakdown

Editorial scores per criterion (out of 10).

features
7.0
performance
6.0
connectivity
7.0
display
6.0
design
7.0
camera
7.0
battery
7.0

Full specifications

NETWORK
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bandsLTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 12(700), 13(700), 17(700), 18(800), 19(800), 20(800), 25(1900), 26(850), 28(700), 32(1500), 66(1700/2100), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500)
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (5CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps
LAUNCH
Announced2017, March
StatusAvailable. Released 2017, April
BODY
Dimensions148.9 x 68.1 x 8 mm (5.86 x 2.68 x 0.31 in)
Weight155 g (5.47 oz)
SIMSingle SIM (Nano-SIM) or Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
BuildFront/back glass (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
DISPLAY
TypeSuper AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size5.8 inches, 84.8 cm2 (~83.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution1440 x 2960 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~570 ppi density)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
PLATFORM
OSAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie); One UI
ChipsetExynos 8895 (10 nm) - EMEA Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm) - USA & China
CPUOcta-core (4x2.3 GHz Mongoose M2 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53) - EMEA Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo) - USA & China
GPUMali-G71 MP20 - EMEA Adreno 540 - USA & China
MEMORY
Card slotmicroSD, up to 1 TB (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only
Internal64GB 4GB RAM
MAIN CAMERA
Single12 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS"
SELFIE CAMERA
Single8 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.22µm, AF"
SOUND
LoudspeakerYes
3.5mm jackYes 32-bit/384kHz audio Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic
COMMS
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
GPSYes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
USB3.1, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector
RadioNo
NFCYes
FEATURES
SensorsIris scanner, fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate, SpO2 Samsung DeX (desktop experience support)
BATTERY
ChargingFast battery charging 15W (Quick Charge 2.0) Qi/PMA wireless charging (market dependent)
Battery TypeNon-removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh battery (11.55 Wh)
MISC
ColorsMidnight Black, Orchid Gray, Arctic Silver, Coral Blue, Maple Gold, Rose Pink, Burgundy Red
ModelsSM-G950FD, SM-G950W, SM-G950S, SM-G950K, SM-G950L, SM-G9500, SM-G950A, SM-G950P, SM-G950T, SM-G950U, SM-G950V, SM-G950F, SM-G950U1, SM-G950N, SC-02J, SCV36, SM-G950
PriceAbout 438 USD

● Questions about this phone

When was the Samsung Galaxy S8 released?
The Samsung Galaxy S8 was announced 2017, March.
What is the Samsung Galaxy S8's display size?
The Samsung Galaxy S8 has a 5.8 inches display with 1440 x 2960 pixels resolution.
How much RAM does the Samsung Galaxy S8 have?
The Samsung Galaxy S8 comes with 4 GB of RAM.
How much storage does the Samsung Galaxy S8 have?
The Samsung Galaxy S8 is available with 64GB / 4GB of internal storage.
What camera does the Samsung Galaxy S8 have?
The Samsung Galaxy S8 features a 12 MP main camera. Specifications: 12 MP.
What is the Samsung Galaxy S8 battery capacity?
The Samsung Galaxy S8 has a 3000 mAh battery.
Does the Samsung Galaxy S8 support 5G?
No, the Samsung Galaxy S8 does not support 5G. Supported network technologies: GSM / HSPA / LTE.
What operating system does the Samsung Galaxy S8 run?
The Samsung Galaxy S8 runs Android 7.0 (full: Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)).
What is AppsApk's rating for the Samsung Galaxy S8?
AppsApk's editorial team rates the Samsung Galaxy S8 at 6.7 out of 10 based on design, display, battery, camera, features, connectivity, and performance.

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