Overall Score
59.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#3151)59.2
Performance(#2558)64.8
Camera(#1739)47.0
Display(#6515)67.5
Battery(#11506)43.5
Build(#812)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy A8s
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy A8s features a sleek design with a glass front and back, complemented by an aluminum frame, measuring 158.4 x 74.9 x 7.4 mm and weighing 173 grams.
- Its 6.4-inch PLS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 403 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and refreshes at 60Hz.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 chipset, it delivers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 6GB or 8GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a versatile 24 MP main sensor, a 10 MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, and a 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- The front-facing 24 MP camera ensures high-quality selfies.
- A 3400 mAh battery supports 18W charging but does not offer wireless charging.
- Running on Android 9.0 with One UI, the software experience is user-friendly.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, while it lacks 5G support.
- The device is available in multiple colors, including Black and Gradient Black.
- Overall, the Galaxy A8s combines a stylish design with competent performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionAlso known as Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2019) in South Korea
Display
Size6.4"
TypePLS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM710 Snapdragon 710 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz 360 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 360 Silver)
GPUAdreno 616
Memory128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera24 MP
Main Camera Details24 MP, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.9µm, PDAF10 MP f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.9", 1.0µm, AF, 2x optical zoom5 MP, f/2.2, (depth)
Front Camera24 MP
Front Camera Details24 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.9µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/240fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3400 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3400 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions158.4 x 74.9 x 7.4 mm (6.24 x 2.95 x 0.29 in)
Weight173 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Gradient Black, Blue, Pink-Blue, Yellow-Pink
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), One UI
OS VersionAndroid 9.0 (Pie), One UI
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo