Overall Score
66.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#1036)66.5
Performance(#2695)64.4
Camera(#807)50.9
Display(#2162)76.5
Battery(#269)77.5
Build(#1905)75.8
Comparisons Featuring Apple iPhone 8 Plus
Short Review
- The Apple iPhone 8 Plus features a glass front and back with an aluminum frame, providing a premium feel and solid build quality.
- Its 5.5-inch Retina IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, delivering sharp visuals at approximately 401 ppi.
- Powered by the Apple A11 Bionic chipset, it includes a hexa-core CPU and a three-core GPU, ensuring smooth performance across applications.
- The dual rear camera system consists of two 12 MP lenses, enabling wide and telephoto shots with optical image stabilization and 2x optical zoom, while the front camera captures 7 MP selfies.
- Battery capacity stands at 2691 mAh, supporting 15W wired and wireless charging options.
- Running on iOS 11, the device is upgradeable to iOS 16.7.7, providing 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.
- The phone lacks 5G support but offers stereo speakers for an enhanced audio experience.
- Available in multiple colors, it combines aesthetic appeal with functional design.
- Overall, the iPhone 8 Plus remains a capable device with a balance of performance, camera quality, and software support.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017, September 22
Announced2017, September 12
DescriptionVersions:A1864 (USA, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand, China)A1897 (EMEA, UAE, LATAM, Canada, USA - AT&T/T-Mobile, Singapore); A1898 (Japan)
Display
Size5.5"
TypeRetina IPS LCD, 625 nits (typ)
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionIon-strengthened glass
Performance
ChipsetApple A11 Bionic (10 nm)
CPUHexa-core (2x Monsoon + 4x Mistral)
GPUApple GPU (three-core graphics)
Memory64GB 3GB RAM, 128GB 3GB RAM, 256GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), PDAF, OIS12 MP, f/2.8, 57mm (telephoto), PDAF, 2x optical zoom
Front Camera7 MP
Front Camera Details7 MP, f/2.2, 32mm (standard)
Video Recording4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2691 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2691 mAh, non-removable (10.28 Wh)
Charging Details15W wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 minWireless (Qi)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions158.4 x 78.1 x 7.5 mm (6.24 x 3.07 x 0.30 in)
Weight202 g
MaterialsGlass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGold, Space Gray, Silver, Red
Foldable✗
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
Software
Operating SystemiOS 11, up to iOS 16.7.7
OS VersioniOS 11, up to iOS 16.7.7
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo