iPhone XS vs Samsung Galaxy S8
Short Description
iPhone XS
Screen size: 5.8" / Resolution: 1125 x 2436 px / Main camera: 12 MP & 12 MP / Front camera: 7MP / RAM: 4GB / Battery power: 2658 mAh / Internal storage: 64GB, 256GB, 512GB / SIM cards: 1 SIM, 1 eSIM
Samsung Galaxy S8
Screen size: 5.8" / Resolution: 1440 x 2960 px / Main camera: 12 MP / Front camera: 8MP / RAM: 4GB / Battery power: 3000 mAh / Internal storage: 64GB / SIM cards: 1 SIM
Key Differences
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy S8
Why is iPhone XS better than Samsung Galaxy S8?
AnTuTu score is about 98% higher
More internal storage: 64GB, 256GB, 512GB vs 64GB
Shorter: 143.6 mm (5.65 inches) vs 148.9 mm (5.86 inches)
The phone is 1 year and 4 months newer
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy S8
Why is Samsung Galaxy S8 better than iPhone XS?
Bigger battery capacity: 3000 mAh vs 2658 mAh
Faster CPU speed: 4 x 2.3 GHz & 4 x 1.7 GHz vs 2 x 2.5 GHz & 4 x 1.6 GHz
More megapixels front camera: 8MP vs 7MP
Better display resolution: 1440 x 2960 px vs 1125 x 2436 px
Lighter: 155 g (5.47 ounces) vs 177 g (6.24 ounces)
Narrower: 68.1 mm (2.68 inches) vs 70.9 mm (2.79 inches)
More color options: Midnight Black, Orchid Gray, Arctic Silver, Coral Blue, Maple Gold, Rose Pink, Burgundy Red vs Space Gray, Silver, Gold
Size Comparison
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy S8
Height
143.6 mm
(5.65 inches)
Width
70.9 mm
(2.79 inches)
Thickness
7.7 mm
(0.3 inches)
Screen size
5.8"
Weight
177 g
(6.24 ounces)
5.8"
5.8"
Height
148.9 mm
(5.86 inches)
Width
68.1 mm
(2.68 inches)
Thickness
8 mm
(0.31 inches)
Screen size
5.8"
Weight
155 g
(5.47 ounces)
Height
143.6 mm
(5.65 inches)
Width
70.9 mm
(2.79 inches)
Thickness
7.7 mm
(0.3 inches)
Screen size
5.8"
Weight
177 g
(6.24 ounces)
Height
148.9 mm
(5.86 inches)
Width
68.1 mm
(2.68 inches)
Thickness
8 mm
(0.31 inches)
Screen size
5.8"
Weight
155 g
(5.47 ounces)
3D comparison
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy S8
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy S8
Expert Score
Score 4.3
Score 4.4
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy S8
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy S8
Score 4.3
Score 4.4
TechRadar
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy S8
PCMag
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy S8
Smartprix
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy S8
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Benchmarks
AnTuTu Score
iPhone XS
738,192 +98.38%
Samsung Galaxy S8
372,105
The score reflects a device's overall performance by summing up results from tests of RAM speed, CPU, and 2D/3D graphics.
CPU
iPhone XS
207,549 +88.83%
Samsung Galaxy S8
109,916
Measures the performance of a device's processor, focusing on tasks such as computing power and multi-core efficiency.
GPU
iPhone XS
203,822 +74.44%
Samsung Galaxy S8
116,845
Measures the graphical performance of a device's GPU, evaluating its ability to handle graphics-intensive tasks such as gaming and rendering.
Memory
iPhone XS
121,678 +53.37%
Samsung Galaxy S8
79,336
Measures the performance of a device's memory (RAM), measuring its speed and efficiency in handling multitasking and data-intensive applications.
UX
iPhone XS
205,143 +210.79%
Samsung Galaxy S8
66,008
Measures the overall user experience performance of a device, including factors like system responsiveness, touch sensitivity, and app launching speed.
Geekbench 5 · Multi-Core
iPhone XS
2,476 +72.91%
Samsung Galaxy S8
1,432
Measures the aggregate performance of all processor cores in a device, simulating tasks optimized for multi-threaded processing in Geekbench 5.
Geekbench 5 · Single-Core
iPhone XS
1,108 +210.36%
Samsung Galaxy S8
357
Measures the performance of a single processor core in a device, evaluating its efficiency in handling single-threaded tasks in Geekbench 5.
Battery Performance
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy S8
Battery Life
Charging timePrice Comparison
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy S8
Price in Europe From € 207
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Comparison videos
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About Products
iPhone XS
The Apple iPhone XS offers a premium experience with its 5.8-inch Super Retina OLED display, providing vibrant colors and deep blacks, perfect for watching videos and browsing. Powered by the A12 Bionic chip, it delivers fast performance and smooth multitasking, ideal for gaming, apps, and daily use.
The 12MP dual-camera system captures sharp photos, supports Smart HDR, and records 4K video, while the 7MP front camera ensures excellent selfies and FaceTime quality. Face ID provides secure unlocking, and the sleek glass design supports wireless charging. With water and dust resistance, the iPhone XS combines power, style, and durability in a compact form.
Samsung Galaxy S8
The Samsung Galaxy S8 redefined smartphone design with its stunning 5.8-inch Infinity Display, offering an immersive, edge-to-edge experience with vibrant Super AMOLED colors. Its sleek, curved glass body gives it a premium feel and makes it comfortable to hold. Powered by the Exynos 8895 (or Snapdragon 835 depending on the region), the Galaxy S8 delivers smooth performance for multitasking, gaming, and everyday use.
The 12MP rear camera captures sharp and vivid photos even in low light, while the 8MP front camera is perfect for selfies and video calls. It also includes features like water and dust resistance (IP68), iris scanning for security, and expandable storage of up to 256GB via microSD.
With a 3,000mAh battery and support for fast charging and wireless charging, the Galaxy S8 ensures a full day of use. This phone is a great option for those looking for a combination of design, display, and performance.
Technical Specifications
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Specs
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy S8
Design
Weight
177 g (6.24 ounces)
155 g (5.47 ounces)
Thickness
7.7 mm (0.3 inches)
8 mm (0.31 inches)
Width
70.9 mm (2.79 inches)
68.1 mm (2.68 inches)
Height
143.6 mm (5.65 inches)
148.9 mm (5.86 inches)
Is weather-sealed (splashproof)
✔
✔
Ingress Protection (IP) rating
IP68
IP68
Waterproof depth rating
2 m
1.5 m
Volume
78.4 cm³
81.12 cm³
Is dustproof and water-resistant
✔
✔
Color options
Space Gray, Silver, Gold
Midnight Black, Orchid Gray, Arctic Silver, Coral Blue, Maple Gold, Rose Pink, Burgundy Red
Lowest potential operating temperature
0 °C
-
Maximum operating temperature
35 °C
-
French Repairability Index
4.7
-
Display
Screen size
5.8"
5.8"
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
OLED/AMOLED
Pixel density
458 ppi
568 ppi
Resolution
1125 x 2436 px
1440 x 2960 px
Refresh rate
60Hz
60Hz
Brightness (typical)
625 nits
-
Has branded damage-resistant glass
✔
✔
Gorilla Glass version
-
Gorilla Glass 5
Supports HDR10
✔
-
Always-On Display
-
✔
Supports Dolby Vision
✔
-
Contrast ratio
1000000:1
-
Has a curved display
-
✔
Has a touch screen
✔
✔
Performance
Internal storage
64GB, 256GB, 512GB
64GB
RAM
4GB
4GB
Android version
-
Android 9 Pie
CPU speed
2 x 2.5 GHz & 4 x 1.6 GHz
4 x 2.3 GHz & 4 x 1.7 GHz
GPU clock speed
-
546 MHz
Has integrated LTE
✔
✔
RAM speed
2133 MHz
1866 MHz
Semiconductor size
7 nm
10 nm
Supports 64-bit
✔
✔
DirectX version
-
DirectX 11
Has integrated graphics
✔
✔
Uses big.LITTLE technology
✔
✔
CPU threads
6 threads
8 threads
Uses HMP
-
✔
Has TrustZone
✔
✔
Maximum memory bandwidth
34.1 GB/s
29.8 GB/s
L2 cache
8 MB
-
EMMC version
-
5.1
DDR memory version
4
-
Maximum memory amount
-
4GB
Release date
2018
2017
Has NX bit
✔
✔
L1 cache
128 KB
-
Number of transistors
6900 million
-
Has an external memory slot
-
✔
GPU turbo
-
900 MHz
Turbo clock speed
2.49GHz
-
Maximum amount of external memory supported
-
256GB
Bits executed at a time
-
128
VFP version
-
4
Cameras
Main camera
12 MP & 12 MP
12 MP
Front camera
7MP
8MP
Has built-in optical image stabilization
✔
✔
Video recording (main camera)
2160 x 60 fps
2160 x 30 fps
Wide aperture (main camera)
f/2.4 & f/1.8
f/1.7
Has a dual-tone LED flash
✔
-
Has a BSI sensor
✔
✔
Has continuous autofocus when recording movies
✔
✔
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos
✔
✔
Supports slow-motion video recording
✔
✔
Has a built-in HDR mode
✔
✔
Has a flash
✔
✔
Has manual exposure
✔
✔
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera
✔
-
Optical zoom
2x
0x
Number of flash LEDs
2
1
Has a CMOS sensor
✔
✔
Has manual ISO
✔
✔
Has a serial shot mode
✔
✔
Has manual focus
✔
✔
Has a front camera
✔
✔
Has manual white balance
✔
✔
Shoots raw
-
✔
Has touch autofocus
✔
✔
Has manual shutter speed
-
✔
Can create panoramas in-camera
✔
-
Wide aperture (front camera)
f/2.2
f/1.7
Has timelapse function
✔
✔
Sensor size
-
5.76 x 4.29 mm
Pixel size (main camera)
1.4 µm & 1 µm
1.4 µm
Operating system
Has theme customization
-
✔
Has dark mode
-
✔
Has Wi-Fi password sharing
✔
-
Has battery health check
✔
-
Can offload apps
✔
-
Has customizable notifications
✔
-
Has scrolling screenshots
✔
-
Supports instant markup
✔
-
Can be used as a PC
-
✔
Has sharing intents
✔
-
Has a child lock
✔
-
Tracks the current position of a mobile device
✔
-
Can block app tracking
✔
-
Blocks cross-site tracking
✔
-
Gets direct OS updates
✔
-
Has AirPlay
✔
-
Has Quick Start
✔
-
The browser has word wrap
✔
-
Has voice commands
✔
-
More languages supported
56
-
Battery
Battery power
2658 mAh
3000 mAh
Has wireless charging
✔
✔
Supports fast charging
✔
✔
Charging speed
-
15W
Has a battery level indicator
✔
✔
Has a rechargeable battery
✔
✔
Battery life
-
22 hours
Audio
Has stereo speakers
✔
-
Has aptX
-
✔
Number of microphones
3
2
Has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
-
✔
Features
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Download speed
1024 MBits/s
1000 MBits/s
Upload speed
150 MBits/s
150 MBits/s
Has USB Type-C
-
✔
USB version
2
3.1
Has NFC
✔
✔
SIM cards
1 SIM, 1 eSIM
1 SIM
Has a fingerprint scanner
-
✔
Bluetooth version
5
5
Has a gyroscope
✔
✔
Has GPS
✔
✔
Has a compass
✔
✔
Supports Wi-Fi
✔
✔
Has a cellular module
✔
✔
Has a barometer
✔
✔
Supports Galileo
✔
✔
Has an infrared sensor
✔
-
Has an accelerometer
✔
✔
Supports ant+
-
✔
Has an iris scanner
-
✔
Uses 3D facial recognition
✔
-
Is DLNA-certified
-
✔
Has a heart rate monitor
-
✔
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