Overall Score
67.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#891)67.1
Performance(#2466)77.9
Camera(#540)94.3
Display(#1285)83.3
Battery(#452)86.7
Build(#21)97.5
Connectivity(#1732)70.2
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy Note8
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy Note8 features a sleek design with a glass front and back, complemented by an aluminum frame, measuring 162.5 x 74.8 x 8.6 mm and weighing 195g.
- Its 6.3-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1440 x 2960 pixels with HDR10 support, delivering vibrant colors and sharp images at approximately 521 ppi.
- Performance is powered by either the Exynos 8895 or Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset, coupled with 6GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and app performance.
- The dual rear camera setup includes a 12 MP wide lens with f/1.7 and a telephoto lens with f/2.4, both featuring optical image stabilization and capable of 4K video recording.
- Battery life is supported by a 3300mAh capacity with 15W charging and wireless charging capabilities.
- The device runs on Android 7.1.1, upgradeable to Android 9.0, providing a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.1.
- Special features include water resistance and a headphone jack, enhancing its usability.
- Available colors include Midnight Black, Maple Gold, Orchid Gray, Deep Sea Blue, and Star Pink.
- Overall, the Galaxy Note8 combines premium design, robust performance, and versatile camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017, August 23
DescriptionVersions: N950F (Single SIM: Europe, Australia); N950FD (Global Dual SIM: Europe, LATAM, Brazil; Australia); N950U/U1 (USA); N950W (Canada); N9500 (China); N950N (South Korea)Also known as Samsung Galaxy Note8 Duos with Dual SIM card slots.
Display
Size6.3"
TypeSuper AMOLED, HDR10
Resolution1440 x 2960 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~521 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetExynos 8895 (10 nm) - EMEAQualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm) - USA & China
CPUOcta-core (4x2.3 GHz Mongoose M2 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53) - EMEAOcta-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo) - USA & China
GPUMali-G71 MP20 - EMEAAdreno 540 - USA & China
Memory64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, AF, OIS, 2x optical zoom
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@240fps, stereo sound rec., HDR, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1440p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3300 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wired, QC2Wireless (Qi) (market dependent)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions162.5 x 74.8 x 8.6 mm (6.40 x 2.94 x 0.34 in)
Weight195 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
ColorsMidnight Black, Maple Gold, Orchid Gray, Deep Sea Blue, Star Pink
Foldable✗
SAR0.61 W/kg (head) 0.56 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.1
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 7.1.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsIris scanner, fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate, SpO2