Galaxy A8 (2018)
IP68 mid-ranger with dual selfie cameras and Infinity Display.
The Galaxy A8 (2018) is a mid Samsung smartphone released Jan 2018, with a launch price of $499. It pairs the Exynos 7885 with a 5.6" AMOLED 60 Hz display, a 16 MP · f/1.7 main camera and a 3,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 60/100 — An IP68 dual-selfie mid-ranger. Standout strengths: ip68 at mid-range in 2018. and dual selfie cameras. Main trade-off: exynos 7885 is mid.
An IP68 dual-selfie mid-ranger.
Galaxy A8 (2018) brought IP68 and dual selfie cameras to the mid-range with an Infinity AMOLED. A solid all-rounder for its era.
Read the full review- IP68 at mid-range in 2018.
- Dual selfie cameras.
- Infinity AMOLED + jack.
- microSD.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Galaxy A8 (2018) compares
| Galaxy A8 (2018) | iPhone 7 Plus | Galaxy A14 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 60 | 60 | 60 |
| Chipset | Exynos 7885 | Apple A10 Fusion | Mediatek Helio G80 |
| Display | 5.6" AMOLED 60 Hz | 5.5" LCD 60 Hz | 6.6" LCD 90 Hz |
| Main camera | 16 MP · f/1.7 | 12 MP · f/1.8 | 50 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 3,000 mAh | 2,900 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $499 | $769 | $199 |
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 $499 (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" AMOLED 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 · f/1.7 main camera.
Does the Galaxy A8 (2018) have 5G?
The Galaxy A8 (2018) does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the Galaxy A8 (2018) waterproof?
The Galaxy A8 (2018) is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.
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 IP68 and dual selfie cameras to the mid-range with an Infinity AMOLED. A solid all-rounder for its era. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy A8 (2018) an editorial score of 60/100.
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