iPhone 8 Plus
The last home-button Plus — glass back, wireless charging.
The iPhone 8 Plus is a flagship Apple smartphone released Sep 2017, with a launch price of $799. It pairs the Apple A11 Bionic with a 5.5" LCD 60 Hz display, a 12 MP · f/1.8 main camera and a 2,691 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 66/100 — The last of the classic home-button Plus iPhones. Standout strengths: glass back enabled wireless charging. and reliable dual camera with 2× zoom. Main trade-off: thick bezels and a 1080p 60 hz lcd.
The last of the classic home-button Plus iPhones.
The iPhone 8 Plus added a glass back and wireless charging to the familiar Touch ID design. It is firmly a legacy device now — useful as history, not as a daily phone.
Read the full review- Glass back enabled wireless charging.
- Reliable dual camera with 2× zoom.
- Classic Touch ID home button.
- Solid A11 performance for its day.
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How the iPhone 8 Plus compares
| iPhone 8 Plus | Galaxy S8+ | iPhone X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 66 | 66 | 68 |
| Chipset | Apple A11 Bionic | SD 835 | Apple A11 Bionic |
| Display | 5.5" LCD 60 Hz | 6.2" QHD+ AMOLED | 5.8" OLED 60 Hz |
| Main camera | 12 MP · f/1.8 | 12 MP · f/1.7 | 12 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 2,691 mAh | 3,500 mAh | 2,716 mAh |
| Launch price | $799 | $850 | $999 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the iPhone 8 Plus released?
The iPhone 8 Plus was released in Sep 2017.
How much does the iPhone 8 Plus cost?
The iPhone 8 Plus launched at $799 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the iPhone 8 Plus screen size and type?
The iPhone 8 Plus has a 5.5" LCD 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the iPhone 8 Plus use?
The iPhone 8 Plus is powered by the Apple A11 Bionic chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the iPhone 8 Plus have?
The iPhone 8 Plus ships with 3 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the iPhone 8 Plus battery capacity?
The iPhone 8 Plus has a 2,691 mAh battery.
How fast does the iPhone 8 Plus charge?
The iPhone 8 Plus supports ~18 W (Lightning) wired charging.
Does the iPhone 8 Plus have wireless charging?
The iPhone 8 Plus supports 7.5 W Qi wireless charging.
What is the iPhone 8 Plus main camera?
The iPhone 8 Plus has a 12 MP · f/1.8 main camera.
Does the iPhone 8 Plus have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the iPhone 8 Plus includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 12 MP, f/2.8, 2× optical.
Does the iPhone 8 Plus have 5G?
The iPhone 8 Plus does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the iPhone 8 Plus waterproof?
The iPhone 8 Plus is rated IP67 for dust and water resistance.
How much does the iPhone 8 Plus weigh?
The iPhone 8 Plus weighs 202 g.
What colours does the iPhone 8 Plus come in?
The iPhone 8 Plus is available in 3 colours: Space Gray, Silver, Gold.
Is the iPhone 8 Plus worth buying?
The iPhone 8 Plus added a glass back and wireless charging to the familiar Touch ID design. It is firmly a legacy device now — useful as history, not as a daily phone. SpecEagle gives the iPhone 8 Plus an editorial score of 66/100.
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