Galaxy A8 (2018)
A water-resistant mid-ranger with dual selfie cameras and Infinity Display.
The Galaxy A8 (2018) is a mid-range Samsung smartphone released Jan 2018, with a launch price of $500. It pairs the Exynos 7885 with a 5.6" SAMOLED 60 Hz display, a 16 MP main camera and a 3,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 58/100 — The Infinity-Display mid-ranger. Standout strengths: ip68 rating uncommon at the price. and dual front cameras for portrait selfies. Main trade-off: exynos 7885 modest.
The Infinity-Display mid-ranger.
Galaxy A8 (2018) brought the flagship Infinity Display look and IP68 water resistance to the mid-range, plus a dual-selfie setup. The Exynos 7885 and small battery were the costs, but it widened Samsung's premium-feel reach.
Read the full review- IP68 rating uncommon at the price.
- Dual front cameras for portrait selfies.
- Infinity Display brought the S-line look down.
- microSD + jack.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy A8 (2018) released?
The Galaxy A8 (2018) was released in Jan 2018.
How much does the Galaxy A8 (2018) cost?
The Galaxy A8 (2018) launched at $500 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy A8 (2018) screen size and type?
The Galaxy A8 (2018) has a 5.6" SAMOLED 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Galaxy A8 (2018) use?
The Galaxy A8 (2018) is powered by the Exynos 7885 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy A8 (2018) have?
The Galaxy A8 (2018) ships with 4 GB · 32 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy A8 (2018) battery capacity?
The Galaxy A8 (2018) has a 3,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the Galaxy A8 (2018) charge?
The Galaxy A8 (2018) supports 15 W wired charging.
What is the Galaxy A8 (2018) main camera?
The Galaxy A8 (2018) has a 16 MP main camera.
Does the Galaxy A8 (2018) have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy A8 (2018) has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Galaxy A8 (2018) get software updates?
The Galaxy A8 (2018) update policy: Ended Android 9.0.
How much does the Galaxy A8 (2018) weigh?
The Galaxy A8 (2018) weighs 172 g.
What colours does the Galaxy A8 (2018) come in?
The Galaxy A8 (2018) is available in 4 colours: Black, Orchid Gray, Gold, Blue.
Is the Galaxy A8 (2018) worth buying?
Galaxy A8 (2018) brought the flagship Infinity Display look and IP68 water resistance to the mid-range, plus a dual-selfie setup. The Exynos 7885 and small battery were the costs, but it widened Samsung's premium-feel reach. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy A8 (2018) an editorial score of 58/100.
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