Samsung S8 technical sheet: characteristics, release date, price

Presented in March 2017, the Galaxy S8 is a high -end smartphone equipped with a borderless slab at curved edges on the coast. This Samsung mobile has a Super amoled screen of 5.8 inches, a definition of 1440 x 2960 pixels. Thanks to its curved edges at the front and rear, you have a perfect and pleasant grip. On the other hand, its glass and metal finishes, give this phablet, a modern and attractive design. Note that the Korean manufacturer has deleted the physical home button from its slab and replaced it with a virtual button hidden under the screen. However, this button has the distinction of being sensitive in terms of pressure exerted by the user. Abandoning the physical home button will have made it possible to keep as much space as possible to The Infinity Display screen. Also find a fingerprint reader located on the back of the device, a retinal footprint scanner and another for facial recognition. Like the Galaxy S7, this new generation is waterproof and IP68 certified, It is therefore resistant to water, dust and splash.

Samsung Galaxy S8

THE Samsung Galaxy S8 has many strings to its bow: a superb curved borderless screen, its autonomy or its powerful camera !

• Waterproof
• Borderless screen
• Handling
• Camera

• Footual reader location
• Bixby

Description Galaxy S8

A unique design and an exceptional screen

Despite a positioning of fingerprint impractical to use and a Bixby assistant who still leaves something to be desired, we do not take it against him in view of his many assets.

Presented in March 2017, the Galaxy S8 is a high -end smartphone equipped with a borderless slab at curved edges on the coast. This Samsung mobile has a Super amoled screen of 5.8 inches, a definition of 1440 x 2960 pixels. Thanks to its curved edges at the front and rear, you have a perfect and pleasant grip. On the other hand, its glass and metal finishes, give this phablet, a modern and attractive design. Note that the Korean manufacturer has deleted the physical home button from its slab and replaced it with a virtual button hidden under the screen. However, this button has the distinction of being sensitive in terms of pressure exerted by the user. Abandoning the physical home button will have made it possible to keep as much space as possible to The Infinity Display screen. Also find a fingerprint reader located on the back of the device, a retinal footprint scanner and another for facial recognition. Like the Galaxy S7, this new generation is waterproof and IP68 certified, It is therefore resistant to water, dust and splash.

The Galaxy S8 weighs 155 grams and is offered in five colors: carbon black, polar silver, orchid, ocean blue, powder pink.

The SOC Exynos 8895 Octa-Core

Under the slab of this Samsung mobile, we find the Exynos 8895 octa-core processor Composed of four cores exynos m2 house clocked at 2.3 GHz and four other arm cortex-a53 cores climbed to 1.7 GHz. This SoC is clocked at 2.3 GHz and supported by 4 GB of RAM. Regarding its memory, the S8 is provided with 64 GB of storage space, extendable up to 256 GB through a microSD card. In addition, we also find a GPU Mali-G71 MP20 and an LTE Category 16 compatible modem. In terms of connectivity, this flagship is compatible with the WiFi AC Dual Band, Bluetooth 5.0, a GPS, the NFC, a USB 3.1 type-C, the Samsung Pay, a cardiofrequency meter and a jack 3.5 mm.

Android 7.0 nougat coupled at the Samsung interface

The Galaxy S8 runs under the operating system Android 7.0 nougat Assisted by the manufacturer’s latest interface. In addition, you will find in this interface, Bixby, The Samsung virtual assistant but also Connect for home automation devices and finally software to connect to the Dex Station.

Enduring autonomy

The autonomy of this high -end phone is ensured by a 3000 mAh battery. This battery offers him an autonomy of up to 20 hours in communication (3G), the 12 hours of internet browsing (in 4G) and up to 16 hours in video reading. Also note that the battery of this Korean device is not removable but that it is compatible with the fast load as well as with the wireless load (Qi and Airfuel standards). In addition, thanks to its more energy efficient processor, the autonomy of the S8 is more enduring.

A camera with amazing rendering

On the photo side, this terminal has a 12 -megapixel dual pixel sensor Assisted by an optical stabilizer, a LED flash, a phase detection autofocus and a 26 mm lens opening at f/1.7. The front sensor, on the other hand, is equipped with a goal of 8 megapixels Accompanied by an autofocus, a goal opening to f/1.7 and HDR mode. Video recording is done in 4K UHD and 30 images per second.

Samsung S8 technical sheet: characteristics, release date, price

THE Samsung Galaxy S8 was released on April 21, 2017 in France. Its exclusive design and high -end performance allow it to restore the coat of arms of the Korean brand, after the scandal caused by the Galaxy Note 7.

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• The essential
• With performance significantly higher than S7, THE Very first curved edge screenInfinity Display of Samsung which marks the disappearance of the home button, as well as a much more classy design than its predecessor; THE Samsung S8 made the first of his line in revealing a potential that was going to make the success of the S9 and S10. THE S8 therefore presents itself as a condensed design and performance, which make it a high -end smartphone very pleasant to use.
• THE S8 was created in France in April 2017, alongside its version More. The two smartphones are almost similar in terms of performance; The main differences based on the size of the screen, battery life and price, 100 € more expensive.
• Currently, the operator SFR is the only one to offer an attractive purchase offer for the Samsung S8, accompanied by a mobile plan. Most operators have indeed replaced the Samsung S8 by more recent models: the S9 and the S10.

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The characteristics of the Samsung S8

The Samsung S8 screen

THE Samsung S8 said the first in a long series to offer a screen of such exemplary quality. Indeed, the Samsung S8 takes up for the very first time with a screen Infinity Display of 5.8 inches diagonal and thus displays in passing, an unprecedented format 18.5: 9. This is not the only novelty brought in this model because the slab Super Amoled of S8 Displays a definition QHD+ of 2960 x 1440 px, for maximum resolution of 568 ppi ; What is still quite exceptional today ! However, it should be noted that this display quality is to be configured by the user if he wishes to fully benefit from the potential allowed by the capabilities of the smartphone, because it naturally solicits more resources and therefore consumes more battery. By default, the screen of Samsung S8 offers more than suitable quality in FHD+ has 2220 x 1080 px, with a resolution of 426 PPP ; It is therefore not compulsory to adjust the display of S8 on its maximum definition.

In terms of brightness, the screen displays a rendering of 548 CD/M2 and has a level of infinite contrast ; This guarantees good visibility and optimal comfort of use in all circumstances, in rainy weather as in sunny weather. As for its resistance, the screen of Samsung S8 benefits from a sealing index that allows it to dust, to splash, as well as at theImmersion in water at more than a meter during 30 minutes ; thanks to the standard IP68.

The dimensions of the Samsung S8

THE Samsung S8 has new dimensions for the occasion but remains compact in order to always allow one hand use. Although its dimensions are practically similar to those of S7, this time curved screen this time the vast majority (Over 80 %) the surface of the smartphone. THE Samsung Galaxy S8 therefore displays the following dimensions: 6.81 cm wide, 14.89 cm in length, as well as 0.8 cm thick, for a weight of 150 grams.

The Samsung S8 processor

As for its power, the Samsung S8 displays the same powerful processor as its cousin NOTE 8. Indeed, the smartphone of Samsung Equips the processor Exynos 8895 frequency 2.3 GHz ; which gives it reactivity and fluidity up to the expectations of the most demanding users. THE 8 hearts processor S8 allow it to perform, without any latency, several tasks at the same time and also to run the most powerful games, thanks to a more than suitable graphics card 4 GB of RAM. The game graphics are simply sublime on theedges of S8 And the experience is only richer !

THE S8 Being 2 years old, the system uses a demoted version ofAndroid Compared to today: the version 7. On the other hand, the user interface remains perfectly intuitive and offers the easiest navigation with the version Experience 8.1.

The memory of the Samsung S8

THE Samsung S8 offers a single storage capacity of 64 GB which will have to be satisfied. Fortunately, those who are afraid of missing can be happy to find a Memory card reader on the smartphone of Samsung, Supporting the following formats: micro SD, micro SDHC And micro SDXC.

The Samsung S8 camera

The quality of the cameras of smartphones in the Korean brand is definitely no longer to boast. With a sensor of 12 Mpx back even more efficient than that of S7, THE Samsung S8 offers a good photo quality with rich colors and a level of details that are always so impressive. In terms of responsiveness, there is nothing to complain about and the focal length of the device is instantly triggered from the first pressure for quick and stabilized shots. The front camera is offered 3 more MPs compared to the S7, thus passing to 8 Mpx ; the quality of selfies being more optimized. Although we are far from the performance of the last Huawei P30 Pro who sits in Grand Master for the quality of his photos, thanks to his 4 ultra -efficient sensors; The quality of the photos of S8 will still delight most users who do not seek perfection or the quality of a photo studio, but are content with effective and more than suitable shots.

As a high -end appraisal, the Samsung S8 offers to film in quality Full HD has 60 images per second, as well as 4K. Whether at the front or at the rear, the camera offers a stabilized and detailed image in all circumstances. Note that at the rear, the quality of the video recording reaches the 3840 x 2160 px ; while at the front, the latter is to 2560 x 1440 px.

The autonomy of the Samsung S8

THE Samsung S8 has a battery of 3000 mAh, which allows him to offer very satisfactory autonomy of approximately 12 hours in versatile use. However, this duration of use is only ensured in standard quality (Full HD+) and it is interesting to note that in maximum resolution (QHD+), the battery of S8 will not be as enduring.

The price of the Samsung S8

When it was released in April 2017, the Samsung Galaxy S8 was sold at the price of 809 € In France. THE S8 Plus which came out the same day, was displayed at the cost of 909 €. However, prices have dropped in two years and to acquire a S8, We must now count between 300 And 370 €. THE S8 Plus is located in a price range between 400 and a little more 700 €.

Summary and additional information on the Samsung S8

The following information is a recall of the characteristics previously studied and will allow you to quickly visualize as a whole the particularities of Samsung S8, as well as certain additional points.

• 5.8 inch Super Amoled screen;
• Arm Mali G71 graphics chip integrated;
• 4 GB of RAM (RAM);
• 3000 mAh battery for an average autonomy of 12 hours in standard settings;
• Bluetooth 5 connectivity.0;
• 802 Wi-Fi connectivity. 11b, 11ac, 11g, 11n;
• 1 camera 12 mpx;
• 1 8 mpx front camera;
• Integrated jack;
• NFC support;
• Dimensions: 6.81 x 14.89 x 0.8 cm;
• Weight: 150 grams;
• Storage capacity: 64 GB;
• Support MEMBER CARDS: micro SD, micro SDHC, micro SDXC;
• Available in 3 colors: carbon black, polar silver, orchid.

• No double-Sim;
• No infrared support;
• No vocal assistance.

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Comparison between the Samsung S8 and the Samsung S7

In order to realize more precisely the differences between the Samsung S8 And its previous version, here is a table that lists the notable divergence points between the two smartphones.

Samsung S7	Samsung S8
Screen	Super Amoled 5.1 “	Super Amoled 5.8 “
Resolution	2560 x 1440 px – 576 ppi “	2960 x 1440 px – 568 ppi “
Processor	Samsung Exynos 8890	Samsung Exynos 8895
Graphic chip	Arm Mali T880 MP12	Arm Mali G71
RAM	4GB	4GB
Ability	32 GB	64 GB
Dimensions	6.96 x 14.24 x 0.79 cm	6.81 x 14.89 x 0.8 cm
Weight	152 g	150 g
Cameras	12 MPX / 5 MPX	12 MPX / 8 MPX
System	Android 6.0.1	Android 7.0
User interface	Touch	Experience 8.1
Battery	10 hours	12 hours
Water resistance	IP68 (2 meters/30 minutes)	IP68 (2 meters/30 minutes)
Das	0.41 W/KG	0.315 W/KG
Color	Black, gold, silver, white	Carbon black, polar silver, orchid, ocean blue and powdery pink

Updated information on June 20, 2022.

Samsung S8 or S8 Plus: which one to choose ?

The following table is to allow you to distinguish with a simple look which mainly differentiates the two versions of Samsung S8, so that you can make a thoughtful choice with full knowledge of the facts. You will then be able to turn to the solution best suited to your needs.

Samsung S8	Samsung S8 Plus
Screen	Super Amoled 5.8 “	Super Amoled 6.2 “
Resolution	2960 x 1440 px – 568 ppi “	2960 x 1440 px – 531 ppi “
Processor	Samsung Exynos 8895	Samsung Exynos 8895
Graphic chip	Arm Mali G71	Arm Mali G71
RAM	4GB	4GB
Ability	64 GB	64 GB
Dimensions	6.81 x 14.89 x 0.8 cm	7.34 x 15.95 x 0.81 cm
Weight	150 g	173 g
Cameras	12 MPX / 8 MPX	12 MPX / 8 MPX
System	Android 7.0	Android 7.0
User interface	Experience 8.1	Experience 8.1
Battery	12 hours	13 hours
Water resistance	IP68 (2 meters/30 minutes)	IP68 (2 meters/30 minutes)
Das	0.315 W/KG	0.260 W/kg
Color	Carbon black, polar silver, orchid, ocean blue and powdery pink	Carbon black, polar silver, orchid, ocean blue and powdery pink

Updated information on June 20, 2022.

Samsung S8 cheap: where to buy it ?

The Samsung Galaxy S8 is no longer marketed by French telecom operators. You will have to orient yourself towards a more recent model or buy the Samsung Galaxy S8 at 195 € on Amazon.

Frequent questions about the Samsung S8

What are the characteristics of the Samsung S8 ?

The Samsung S8 is the first Samsung phone with an Infinity Display curved edge screen, which marks the disappearance of the home button, as well as a much more classy design than its predecessor.

How much is a Samsung S8 ?

A Samsung S8 currently costs 195 € on Amazon.

Where to buy a Samsung S8 ?

The Samsung S8 is no longer marketed by French telecom operators. It is still found on sites like Amazon.

Updated on 02/20/2023

Enzo is freelance editor for selectra and takes care of the guides and articles in relation to smartphones.

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Technical sheet
Samsung Galaxy S8

The Samsung Galaxy S8 is the new flagship of the Korean brand. Equipped with a 5.8 -inch super amied screen without edges, this model is distinguished by its format elongated in the 18.5: 9 ratio ratio. Powerful, it has the Exynos 8895 processor with 4 GB of RAM. Photo side,… | Read more

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Samsung Galaxy S8

Samsung Galaxy S8

Technical characteristics
System	Android 7.0
User interface	Experience 8.1
Processor	Samsung Exynos 8895
Number of hearts	8
Processor frequency	2.3 GHz
Graphic chip	Arm Mali G71
RAM	4GB
Ability	64 GB
Free flash memory	53.9 GB
Memory cards support	Yes
Type of supported cards	microSD, microSDHC, microsdxc
DAS index	0.315 W/KG
Protection index (waterproofing)	IP 68
Unlocking	Iris, imprints, facial recognition
Double sim	No
Entries exits
Wi-Fi standard	Wi-Fi 802.11b, Wi-Fi 802.11AC, Wi-Fi 802.11g, Wi-Fi 802.11n
Bluetooth standard	Bluetooth 5.0
NFC support	Yes
Infra-Rouge support (IRDA)	No
USB connector type	USB Type-C
USB Host compatibility	Yes
Jack plug	Yes
Autonomy & load
Autonomy on appeal	11 p.m
Versatile autonomy	12 h 16 minutes
Video reading autonomy	7 p.m. 5 minutes
Display
Size (diagonal)	5.8 “
Screen technology	Super Amoled
Screen definition	2960 x 1440
Screen resolution	568 ppi
Communication
GSM bands	850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 1900 MHz
Max. In 3G reception	42 Mbit/s
4G network compatible (LTE)	Yes
Multimedia
Main photo sensor	12 Mpx
Definition of video recording (main)	3840 x 2160
Video recording definition (facade)	2560 x 1440
Front photo sensor 1	8 Mpx
FM radio	No
Dimensions
Width	6.81 cm
Height	14.89 cm
Thickness	0.8 cm
Weight	150 g
Food
Removable battery	No
Battery capacity	3000 mAh

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