Samsung Galaxy S8
Samsung Galaxy S8
4.4Average expert rating
Release date April 2017
About Product
Key Advantages
More RAM memory capacity: 4GB
Higher AnTuTu benchmark score: 202256
More megapixels main camera: 12 MP
Has a larger display diagonal: 5.8"
Better display resolution: 1440 x 2960 px
Lighter: 155 g
Narrower: 68.1 mm
Benchmarks
AnTuTu Score
Samsung Galaxy S8
202256
Geekbench 5 · Multi-Core
Samsung Galaxy S8
1432
Geekbench 5 · Single-Core
Samsung Galaxy S8
357
Expert Score 4.4
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Oct 2023
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Overview 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.
Specs
Design
Weight
155 g
Thickness
8 mm
Width
68.1 mm
Height
148.9 mm
Is weather-sealed (splashproof)
✔
Ingress Protection (IP) rating
IP68
Waterproof depth rating
1.5 m
Volume
81.12 cm³
Is dustproof and water-resistant
✔
Color options
Midnight Black, Orchid Gray, Arctic Silver, Coral Blue, Maple Gold, Rose Pink, Burgundy Red
Display
Screen size
5.8"
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Pixel density
568 ppi
Resolution
1440 x 2960 px
Refresh rate
60Hz
Has branded damage-resistant glass
✔
Gorilla Glass version
Gorilla Glass 5
Always-On Display
✔
Has a curved display
✔
Has a touch screen
✔
Performance
Internal storage
64GB
RAM
4GB
Android version
Android 9 Pie
CPU speed
4 x 2.3 GHz & 4 x 1.7 GHz
GPU clock speed
546 MHz
Has integrated LTE
✔
RAM speed
1866 MHz
Semiconductor size
10 nm
Supports 64-bit
✔
DirectX version
DirectX 11
Has integrated graphics
✔
Uses big.LITTLE technology
✔
CPU threads
8 threads
Uses HMP
✔
Has TrustZone
✔
Maximum memory bandwidth
29.8 GB/s
EMMC version
5.1
Maximum memory amount
4GB
Release date
2017
Has NX bit
✔
Bits executed at a time
128
GPU turbo
900 MHz
Has an external memory slot
✔
Maximum amount of external memory supported
256GB
VFP version
4
Cameras
Main camera
12 MP
Front camera
8MP
Has built-in optical image stabilization
✔
Video recording (main camera)
2160 x 30 fps
Wide aperture (main camera)
f/1.7
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
✔
Optical zoom
0x
Number of flash LEDs
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
✔
Wide aperture (front camera)
f/1.7
Has timelapse function
✔
Sensor size
5.76 x 4.29 mm
Pixel size (main camera)
1.4 µm
Operating system
Has theme customization
✔
Has dark mode
✔
Can be used as a PC
✔
Battery
Battery power
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 aptX
✔
Number of microphones
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)
Download speed
1000 MBits/s
Upload speed
150 MBits/s
Has USB Type-C
✔
USB version
3.1
Has NFC
✔
SIM cards
1 SIM
Has a fingerprint scanner
✔
Bluetooth version
5
Has a gyroscope
✔
Has GPS
✔
Has a compass
✔
Supports Wi-Fi
✔
Has a cellular module
✔
Has a barometer
✔
Supports Galileo
✔
Has an accelerometer
✔
Has an iris scanner
✔
Supports ant+
✔
Has a heart rate monitor
✔
Is DLNA-certified
✔
