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Samsung Galaxy S8

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Pros

  • looks slick and the glass back feels good in terms of build quality
  • s brilliantly designed
  • brimming with horsepower and has a beautiful screen

Cons

  • hairline cracks have spread to the front of the screen and
  • Battery is not good after two years
  • tempered glass screen protectors

Key specs

  • 12 Mpx
  • 5.8 in
  • 1440, 2960 px
  • AMOLED, Quad HD+ Super AMOLED
  • 570 ppi
  • 3000 mAh
  • 8-core
  • 8 Mpx

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    Samsung Galaxy S8 - Pros & Cons

    Samsung Galaxy S8

    Pros

    • looks slick and the glass back feels good in terms of build quality
    • s brilliantly designed
    • brimming with horsepower and has a beautiful screen
    • detail is fairly good
    • Color remains vivid and pleasant in all outdoor exposures
    • termsSamsung mobile phones have a two-year guarantee as standard
    • Vision
    • at least
    • is really good
    • sleek design
    • edge-to-edge display and great performance

    Cons

    • hairline cracks have spread to the front of the screen and
    • Battery is not good after two years
    • tempered glass screen protectors
    • Mine is visible on apps that have a white background like Facebook messenger
    • awefully slow
    • unreliable
    • Broken screen - cost $300 to fix
    • a poor duplication of Google Assistant s feed
    • just smashed in and has left a crushed appearance around the edges
    • S8 s HDR function is not quite as good as Google s HDR+
    • isn t exactly slow

    Samsung Galaxy S8 - Technical Overview

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    IconScreen size
    5.8 in
    Best:
    Asus FonePad 8
    Screen size: 8 in
    IconBattery capacity
    3000 mAh
    Best:
    Doogee BL12000
    Battery capacity: 12000 mAh
    IconPixel density
    570 ppi
    Best:
    Sony Xperia Z6
    Pixel density: 891 ppi
    IconCPU clock speed
    2.3 GHz
    Best:
    Motorola Moto G100
    CPU clock speed: 3.2 GHz

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    Samsung Galaxy S8 - Full Specifications

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    Hardware
    Operating systemAndroid 7.0
    CPU clock speed2.3 GHz
    CPU cores8-core
    CPU modelSamsung Exynos 9 Octa 8895
    GPU modelARM Mali-G71 MP20
    RAM memory4 GB
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    Rear camera
    Number of rear cameras1
    Primary sensor size1/2.55"
    Primary sensor resolution12.0 Mpx
    Focus adjustment
    • Automatic
    • Manual
    Video recordingyes
    Highest video resolution3840 x 2160 px
    Maximum FPS at the highest resolution30.0 fps
    Maximum FPS (regardless of res.)240.0 fps
    Max resolution (highest frame rate)1280 x 720 px
    Autofocusyes
    Face detectionyes
    Geo-taggingyes
    LED Flashyes
    Night Modeyes
    Panoramayes
    Scene modeyes
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    Storage
    Internal storage64 GB
    Memory card readeryes
    Maximum card storage256GB
    Types of memory card supported
    • microSD
    • microSDHC
    • microSDXC
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    Dimensions
    Height5.86 in
    Width2.68 in
    Depth0.31 in
    Weight5.47 oz
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    Other features
    Payment technologySamsung Pay
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    Cellular
    Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
    Wireless networking standard
    • 802.11a
    • 802.11ac
    • 802.11b
    • 802.11g
    • 802.11n
    Data transmission
    • EDGE
    • FDD-LTE
    • GPRS
    • HSDPA
    • HSPA+
    • HSUPA
    • TDD-LTE
    Navigation system
    • BeiDou
    • GLONASS
    • GPS
    • Galileo
    2G GSMyes
    GSM frequencies
    • 1800 MHz
    • 1900 MHz
    • 850 MHz
    • 900 MHz
    3G UMTSyes
    UMTS frequences
    • 1700 MHz
    • 1900 MHz
    • 2100 MHz
    • 850 MHz
    • 900 MHz
    4G LTEyes
    Streaming standards
    • Google Cast
    • Miracast
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    Display
    Screen size5.8 in
    Touchscreenyes
    Number of colors16.7M
    Panel typeOLED
    Resolution1440 x 2960 px
    Technology
    • AMOLED
    • Quad HD+ Super AMOLED
    Pixel density570.0 ppi
    Screen materialCorning Gorilla Glass 5.0
    Dual screen supportno
    Scratch resistant displayyes
    HDRyes
    Multi touchyes
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    Front camera
    Number of front cameras1
    Primary sensor size1/3.6"
    Primary resolution8.0 Mpx
    Focus adjustmentAutomatic
    Lens apertureF/1.7
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    Design
    Colour of product
    • Arctic silver
    • Black
    • Blue
    • Gold
    • Grey
    • Midnight black
    • Orchid grey
    • Pink
    • Purple
    • Rose pink
    • Silver
    • Turquoise
    Water resistantyes
    Shock resistantno
    Dust resistantyes
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    Sensors
    Accelerometeryes
    Proximityyes
    Digital compassyes
    Fingerprintyes
    Gyroscopeyes
    Barometeryes
    Hearth rate monitoryes
    ANT+yes
    Face scanneryes
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    Connectivity
    Dual sim supportno
    Sim card sizeNano-SIM
    DLNA certifiedno
    Bluetoothyes
    Bluetooth version5.0
    Bluetooth profile
    • A2DP
    • AVRCP
    • HFP
    • HID
    • HOGP
    • HSP
    • MAP
    • OPP
    • PAN
    • PBAP
    • SAP
    Bluetooth codec
    • aptX
    • SBC
    NFCyes
    Charging connectionUSB
    Headphone connection3.5 mm
    USB version
    3.1
    Type of USB connectorUSB Type-C
    USB On-The-Go (OTG)yes
    Video outputDisplayPort over USB-C
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    Battery
    Replaceable batteryno
    Battery capacity3000.0 mAh
    Standby time326.0 h
    Talk time20.0 h
    Fast chargingyes
    Fast charging standardSamsung Adaptive Fast Charge
    Wireless charging yes
    Wireless charging standard
    • PMA
    • QI
    • WPC

    Samsung Galaxy S8 - Q&A (23)

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      Productz
      over 1 year ago
      Is Galaxy S8 still good in 2022?
      vanesa.veum
      over 1 year ago
      The Galaxy S8 is good, but it's getting old Its cameras are a full generation behind, but are still very capable and still set a level above the new value-focused phones available at a similar price today.
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    • 0
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      Productz
      over 1 year ago
      Is Samsung S8 no longer supported?
      winifred.heidenreich
      over 1 year ago
      The Galaxy S8 and the Galaxy S8+, which were launched way back in April 2017, will no longer get new software updates. Four years after their launch, Samsung has quietly removed the two smartphones from its software update schedule.
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    • 0
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      Productz
      over 1 year ago
      Is S8 waterproof or water resistant?
      dexter.nicolas
      over 1 year ago
      The Samsung Galaxy S8 / S8+ is rated IP68, using the Ingress Protection rating system. The dust rating is 6 (highest level of protection), and the water resistance rating is 8 (water-resistant up to 5 feet for up to 30 minutes).
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    • 0
      Votes
      Productz
      over 1 year ago
      What are the sensors in S8?
      garrett_nicolas
      over 1 year ago
      Sensors:. Accelerometer.Barometer.Fingerprint scanner.Iris scanner.Magnetometer.Gyroscope.Hall sensor.Proximity sensor.
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    • 0
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      Productz
      over 1 year ago
      How many types of S8 are there?
      brent
      over 1 year ago
      The Samsung Galaxy S8 has 11 models and variants. Generally the versions are the same device models with some different features and specifications, as the amount of internal storage, processor or just 3G/4G/5G frequencies that may be different depending on the country the Samsung Galaxy S8 is available to.
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    • 0
      Votes
      kent
      about 2 years ago
      Does the Samsung Galaxy S8 support a 5G network?
      evan.johnston
      almost 2 years ago
      No, The Samsung Galaxy S8 does not support a 5G network. It does not have 5G capable modem.
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    • 0
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      kenton
      about 2 years ago
      Does Samsung S8 support Wi-Fi calling?
      jarvis
      almost 2 years ago
      Yes, the Samsung S8 has support for Wi-Fi calling. This means you can answer phone calls over WiFi network if you don't have a signal.
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    • 0
      Votes
      edison
      about 2 years ago
      Does The Samsung Galaxy S8 Have SD Card Slot?
      boyd_bayer
      almost 2 years ago
      Yes, The Samsung Galaxy S8 supports microSD memory cards. You can purchase them at any Verizon store or online.
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    • 0
      Votes
      geneva.hoeger
      about 2 years ago
      Does Samsung Galaxy S8 have screen recording?
      ezekiel
      almost 2 years ago
      Yes, the Samsung Galaxy S8 come with a screen recording feature that allows you to capture what's happening on your phone.
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    • 0
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      zina
      about 2 years ago
      Can I check my blood pressure on Samsung Galaxy S8?
      bobbi
      almost 2 years ago
      No, Samsung Galaxy S8 did not come with Blood Pressure measurement system.
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    • 0
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      quentin
      about 2 years ago
      How long does the battery last in the Samsung Galaxy S8?
      rosendo_mertz
      almost 2 years ago
      The average battery life of Samsung Galaxy S8 is about 17 hours. If you're continuously browsing on Wi-Fi, the battery will last about 10 hours. And 16 hours for Video playback.
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    • 0
      Votes
      kandice.mann
      about 2 years ago
      Should I buy a Samsung Galaxy S8 in 2022?
      kory
      almost 2 years ago
      The Samsung Galaxy S8 is a fine phone that still feels modern despite its age. But it has cut off from the Samsung future planned updates.
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    • 0
      Votes
      jay
      about 2 years ago
      Is the Samsung Galaxy S8 a waterproof phone?
      glen.nicolas
      almost 2 years ago
      Yes, Samsung Galaxy S8 is water resistant phone up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes as it comes with the ip68 rating.
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    • 0
      Votes
      porter
      about 2 years ago
      Does the Samsung Galaxy S8 support 4G network?
      jill
      almost 2 years ago
      Yes, The Samsung Galaxy S8 is configured to use 4G networks.
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    • 0
      Votes
      anika.nitzsche
      about 2 years ago
      Does Samsung Galaxy S8 have document scanner?
      cherri_dach
      almost 2 years ago
      Yes, Samsung Galaxy S8 does have a built-in document scanner. Though, there isn't any separate app for that feature. It scans documents using a feature provided by Google Drive.
      Helpful?
    • 0
      Votes
      hank
      about 2 years ago
      Does Samsung Galaxy S8 have wireless charging?
      gabrielle
      almost 2 years ago
      Yes, you can use wireless charging with the Samsung Galaxy S8. Wireless Charging is supported on S8.
      Helpful?
    • 0
      Votes
      robert.farrell
      about 2 years ago
      Does the Samsung Galaxy S8 have a removable battery?
      rob
      almost 2 years ago
      No, the Samsung Galaxy S8 does not have a removable battery. The S8 will ship with a non-removable battery.
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    • 0
      Votes
      robert.farrell
      about 2 years ago
      Is Samsung Galaxy S8 still getting updates?
      hue
      almost 2 years ago
      Samsung stopped providing software updates for the Samsung Galaxy S8 in May 2021. It has cut off from the Samsung future planned updates.
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    • 0
      Votes
      dayle
      about 2 years ago
      Does the Samsung Galaxy S8 Have an IR Blaster?
      conrad
      almost 2 years ago
      Sadly, The Samsung Galaxy S8 do not come with an IR blaster. This means you cannot use the phone to control your non-smart TV, AC, and music player.
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    • 0
      Votes
      clifton_casper
      about 2 years ago
      Can I Upgrade My Samsung Galaxy S8 to Android 10?
      venus_abernathy
      almost 2 years ago
      Yes, it’s possible to update your Samsung Galaxy S8 to Android 10. If you have 1GB of free storage space on your device, you will be able to upgrade your smartphone to Android 10.
      Helpful?
    • 0
      Votes
      doug
      about 2 years ago
      Does Samsung Galaxy S8 have a sim card?
      brendon.ohara
      almost 2 years ago
      Yes, the Samsung Galaxy S8 devices come with nano-SIM card slots.
      Helpful?
    • 0
      Votes
      herbert.langosh
      about 2 years ago
      Does Samsung Galaxy S8 have dual SIM capability?
      hien
      almost 2 years ago
      Yes, the Samsung Galaxy S8 has dual-SIM capabilities.
      Helpful?
    • 0
      Votes
      pamula
      about 2 years ago
      Samsung Galaxy S8 vs Galaxy S9: which Samsung Galaxy phone should I buy?
      jacinto
      almost 2 years ago
      If you skipped the Samsung Galaxy S8, the Galaxy S9 is a great phone that’s worth your money. It fixes what we didn’t like about the S8, improves the processor and design, and makes an already great camera even better.
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    Samsung Galaxy S8 Samsung - Editorial Reviews (19)

    4.4
    Based on 19 reviews
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    Samsung Galaxy S8 Samsung Galaxy S8 Review
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    PCMAG
    Published: 29.03.2017
    Samsung Galaxy S8 Review
    4.5

    The Samsung Galaxy S8 is a gorgeous big-screen phone with a comfortable single-handed feel, and it's packed with top-notch components and promising new software.

    Samsung Galaxy S8 Galaxy S8 Review: A Great Android Phone for a Good Price
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    Tom's Guide
    Published: 05.11.2019
    Galaxy S8 Review: A Great Android Phone for a Good Price
    4.5

    Although Bixby still isn't ready for prime time, the Samsung Galaxy S8 is a fantastic phone because of its captivating infinity display, very strong performance, long battery life and great cameras.

    Samsung Galaxy S8 Samsung Galaxy S8 review: Pure beauty in smartphone form | Stuff
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    Samsung Galaxy S8 review: Pure beauty in smartphone form | Stuff

    UPDATE: Samsung’s best phone to date is also the most stunning phone we’ve ever clapped eyes on - and it's now available in two new colours

    Samsung Galaxy S8 Galaxy S8 review: a year on and Samsung's outgoing flagship remains a technical marvel
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    T3
    Published: 01.03.2018
    Galaxy S8 review: a year on and Samsung's outgoing flagship remains a technical marvel
    4.0

    With the arrival of the Samsung Galaxy S9, is last year's flagship now the biggest steal on the smartphone market? Read our review to find out...

    Samsung Galaxy S8 Samsung Galaxy S8 review: A better option than the S9? | IT PRO
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    IT PRO
    Published: 01.06.2018
    Samsung Galaxy S8 review: A better option than the S9? | IT PRO
    5.0

    Despite its age, Samsung's S8 is still up there with the best of them

    Samsung Galaxy S8 Samsung Galaxy S8 review
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    TechRadar
    Published: 17.01.2019
    Samsung Galaxy S8 review
    4.5

    Biometric issues aside, the Galaxy S8 is a brilliant phone

    Samsung Galaxy S8 The most beautiful phone ever has one wildly annoying issue
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    CNET
    Published: 26.05.2017
    The most beautiful phone ever has one wildly annoying issue

    But we're still waiting on the Siri-like AI.

    Samsung Galaxy S8 Galaxy S8 Review: Samsung Spoils Perfection
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    Forbes
    Published: 22.04.2017
    Galaxy S8 Review: Samsung Spoils Perfection

    Samsung has created perfection with the Galaxy S8, then spoilt it...

    Samsung Galaxy S8 Samsung Galaxy S8 review: the future of smartphones
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    the Guardian
    Published: 21.04.2017
    Samsung Galaxy S8 review: the future of smartphones

    Korean firm’s infinity display pushes smartphone design forward, and its new device is packed with the latest technology encased in a metal and glass shell

    Samsung Galaxy S8 Samsung Galaxy S8 Smartphone Review
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    Notebookcheck
    Published: 13.06.2017
    Samsung Galaxy S8 Smartphone Review
    4.3

    Samsung has created a superb product that scores even a bit better than its bigger Galaxy S8+ sister model with its Galaxy S8. It also offers a good camera and decent battery runtimes.

    Samsung Galaxy S8 Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ review: Such great heights
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    Android Central
    Published: 18.04.2017
    Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ review: Such great heights

    Samsung has taken its proven formula and stretched it to new heights — and prices. But in doing so has made a couple of the year's best ...

    Samsung Galaxy S8 Samsung Galaxy S8 mobile review: High photo potential
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    DXOMARK
    Published: 15.05.2017
    Samsung Galaxy S8 mobile review: High photo potential

    The eagerly-anticipated Samsung Galaxy S8 offers a primary camera module featuring a 1/2.5” sensor that records 12Mp (4032x3024 pixel resolution) stills. Additional still photography features include an equivalent 26mm f/1.7 lens with image stabilization, phase detection autofocus, an LED flash unit, face detection, HDR processing, and a built-in photo editor.

    Samsung Galaxy S8 Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus review: Almost to Infinity
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    Android Authority
    Published: 16.02.2018
    Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus review: Almost to Infinity

    The Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus are here, bringing with them a new taller display in a body that's smaller than ever before but should you buy them?

    Samsung Galaxy S8 Samsung Galaxy S8 review
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    WIRED UK
    Published: 28.04.2017
    Samsung Galaxy S8 review

    We test out the camera, Bixby AI assistant, Android software and compare it to the iPhone 7 Plus in our full review of the S8

    Samsung Galaxy S8 Samsung Galaxy S8 review: ahead of the curve
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    The Verge
    Published: 18.04.2017
    Samsung Galaxy S8 review: ahead of the curve
    4.5

    The new S8 and S8 Plus aren't perfect, but they are damn close

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