Overall Score
68.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#829)68.4
Performance(#2882)73.6
Camera(#150)97.7
Display(#2512)75.8
Battery(#544)78.3
Build(#98)95.7
Connectivity(#2395)62.6
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Apple iPhone 8
Short Review
- The Apple iPhone 8 features a compact design with dimensions of 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm and a weight of 148g, constructed from Corning-made glass on both the front and back, with an aluminum frame.
- Its 4.7-inch Retina IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 750 x 1334 pixels, delivering a pixel density of approximately 326 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by the Apple A11 Bionic chipset, the device utilizes a hexa-core CPU and a three-core GPU, providing efficient performance with 2GB of RAM across storage options of 64GB, 128GB, or 256GB.
- The rear camera boasts a 12 MP sensor with an f/1.8 aperture, featuring optical image stabilization and capable of recording 4K video at various frame rates, while the 7 MP front camera supports decent selfies.
- The battery capacity is 1821 mAh, supporting 15W wired charging and wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on iOS 11, the iPhone 8 is upgradeable to iOS 16.7.7, ensuring access to the latest features and security updates.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is equipped with stereo speakers and lacks a headphone jack.
- Available colors include Silver, Space Gray, Gold, and Red.
- Overall, the iPhone 8 combines solid performance with a classic design and reliable camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017, September 22
Announced2017, September 12
DescriptionVersions:A1863 (USA, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand, China)A1905 (EMEA, UAE, LATAM, Canada, USA - AT&T/T-Mobile, Singapore); A1906 (Japan)
Display
Size4.7"
TypeRetina IPS LCD, 625 nits (typ)
Resolution750 x 1334 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~326 ppi density)
PPI750
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionIon-strengthened glass
Performance
ChipsetApple A11 Bionic (10 nm)
CPUHexa-core (2x Monsoon + 4x Mistral)
GPUApple GPU (three-core graphics)
Memory64GB 2GB RAM, 128GB 2GB RAM, 256GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), PDAF, OIS
Main Camera FeaturesQuad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR
Front Camera7 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera FeaturesFace detection, HDR, panorama
Video Recording4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1821 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1821 mAh, non-removable (6.96 Wh)
Charging Details15W wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 minWireless (Qi)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm (5.45 x 2.65 x 0.29 in)
Weight148 g
MaterialsGlass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), aluminum frame
ColorsSilver, Space Gray, Gold, Red
Foldable✗
SAR1.32 W/kg (head) 1.36 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBLightning, USB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemiOS 11, up to iOS 16.7.7
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer