Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016)
#3278
Samsung Galaxy A8+ (2018)
#3279Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016)
Samsung Galaxy A8+ (2018)
Performance
60.360.3
Camera
42.542.5
Display
79.579.5
Battery
43.543.5
Build
77.877.8
Overall
58.958.9
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) features a 5.7-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, while the Galaxy A8+ (2018) has a larger 6.0-inch Super AMOLED display with a higher resolution of 1080 x 2220 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the A8 (2016) is powered by the Exynos 7420 chipset, whereas the A8+ (2018) utilizes the more advanced Exynos 7885, offering improved processing capabilities.
- Both phones have a 16 MP rear camera, but the A8+ has a wider aperture of f/1.7, which may enhance low-light performance.
- The A8 (2016) has a 3300 mAh battery, while the A8+ (2018) features a slightly larger 3500 mAh battery with faster 18W charging support.
- In terms of software, the A8 runs Android 6.0.1, while the A8+ starts with Android 7.1.1 and can be upgraded to Android 9.0, providing a more current software experience.
- Build quality differs slightly, with the A8+ using Gorilla Glass 4 on the front and Gorilla Glass 5 on the back, compared to the A8's glass front and aluminum back.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016)
Samsung Galaxy A8+ (2018)
General
Release Date
2016
2018
Announced
2016
2017
Description
Versions: A810F/DS (UAE); A810YZ (Taiwan)Also known as Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos (2016) with dual-SIM card slots
Versions: A730F (Global Single-SIM); A730F/DS (Global Dual-SIM). Also known as Samsung Galaxy A8+ (2018) Duos with dual-SIM card slots
Display
Size
5.7"
6"
Type
Super AMOLED
Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~386 ppi density)
1080 x 2220 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~411 ppi density)
PPI
1080
1080
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Corning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
Chipset
Exynos 7420 Octa (14 nm)
Exynos 7885 (14 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.1 GHz Cortex-A57 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)
Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A73 & 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU
Mali-T760MP8
Mali-G71
Memory
32GB 3GB RAM
32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
16 MP
16 MP
Main Camera Details
16 MP, f/1.9, AF
16 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8”, 1.12µm, PDAF
Front Camera
8 MP
N/A
Front Camera Details
8 MP, f/1.9
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3300 mAh
3500 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 3300 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 3500 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
18W wired
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
156.6 x 76.8 x 7.2 mm (6.17 x 3.02 x 0.28 in)
159.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm (6.30 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
Weight
182 g
191 g
Materials
Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Blue, Pink, Silver, Gold
Black, orchid grey, gold, blue
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat11 600/75 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE
5.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC
✓
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0
USB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (market dependant)
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating System
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android 7.1.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
OS Version
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Android 7.1.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Security
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes