2017 has many surprises in store for gadget lovers. The Samsung Galaxy S8 smartphone is highly anticipated, and for good reason. After all, the device is equipped with many additional features compared to previous models. Samsung Corporation is a global manufacturer of luxury smartphones that are distinguished by performance and quality. This time the developers promise to reach a new level and truly surprise us. Whether they succeed or not, you will find out from today's review.
The Galaxy S8 mobile device will be the third model in the S line, which is capable of taking high-quality photos, has powerful hardware, an innovative display and an impressive amount of RAM. We invite you to watch a short video review of the Samsung Galaxy S8.
Screen
According to preliminary information, it became known that the smartphone will be produced in several versions - standard and Plus version. They will be equipped with 5.1 and 5.5 inch displays. We all know that Galaxy S7 has a screen with QHD resolution. This is more than enough for a smartphone. However, the developers don't think so. They decided to go further and surprise the consumer.
The Galaxy model will acquire 4K screen. Many may think that this is too much for a smartphone, but this is not the case when it comes to VR (virtual reality glasses). The device will have a resolution of 2160x3840 and a pixel density per inch of 806. Fans of mobile gaming will have access to games in HDR and 3D through VR glasses. Many have been waiting for this for a long time.
Users liked a special innovation in the released S7 smartphone, namely the Always On Display function. The display always works with minimal backlight. The AOD function will be greatly improved in the S8 series. You will be able to activate widgets.
Design
Skeptics made the wildest speculations about this. Some said the concept would have a foldable body, citing insider claims. Moreover, many argued that not only the phone’s body would fold, but also its screen. This statement was not groundless, since this technology was patented by Samsung Corporation.
After the presentation of the Galaxy S8, all myths and mysterious statements were dispelled. It became clear that the device would have a classic shape, but with its own improvements. The corners of the smartphone will be slightly smoothed, this will make it more comfortable to hold in your hands. Aluminum inserts will appear on the sides, which will give the phone some solidity and presentability. The model will be much thinner and will have a powerful camera that is capable of high-speed shooting and high-definition photos.
There will be several available color variations:
- Black Onyx;
- Gold Platinum;
- Silver Titanium;
- White Pearl.
Every color looks great.
Characteristics of iron
According to the information provided by insiders, it became known that the device will be produced in two variations:
- For distribution in the United States, the model will have an 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 830, clocked at 3.2 GHz.
- The version for the rest of the world, and the one that will be available in Russia, will receive an Exynos 8895, 3 GHz processor, which was developed and released quite recently.
These characteristics show that the device’s power consumption will decrease significantly, and the graphics chip will become 75% faster. These are quite impressive figures for a mobile device.
Moreover, there have long been rumors that Samsung is actively negotiating with AMD and Nvidia corporations to use their components in their devices. If the new Galaxy S8 phone is equipped with one of these chips, it will provide a significant performance boost.
Regarding the amount of RAM used, it will be 6 GB high-speed memory, which is enough for working with complex applications.
Battery and camera
Reliable information has emerged that the camera matrix will have a resolution of 12 MP Dual Pixel and will cope well with photos. The aperture has also undergone some changes, naturally, for the better F 1.6.
The optional camera will not only take bright and clear photos, but also record video in 4K resolution at 60 fps.
The front camera also has decent characteristics - 7 MP, f 1.6 QHD resolution.
Regarding the battery, it will have a capacity of 3500 mAh.
Additional features
Among the important innovations:
- Iris Scanner. This feature will keep your files even more secure. Thanks to the retinal scanner, only you will have access to the information stored in your smartphone.
- Water Resistant IP Now the gadget is not afraid of moisture.
There are also other additional features that will become known after the release of this smartphone model.
Price
There is only one question: how much does the phone cost? A reasonable opinion is that the price of the new model will be $100 more expensive than the S7 at the start of sales.
Regarding the price in Russia, according to preliminary estimates, the cost will be RUB 54,000. Naturally, these calculations do not take into account the collection of duties. The smartphone is not too cheap.
Release date
The presentation is expected on March 29. The planned release of the new model will take place in the second quarter of 2017. It follows from this that this smartphone will appear in Asian markets at the beginning of April.
In Russia, the start of sales of S8 is scheduled for end of April 2017. As you can see, you don't have long to wait. We hope you are interested in the gadget.
Conclusion
A device for lovers of innovation and progressive. The phone is capable of handling complex tasks, including HDR gaming.
Advantages: a camera that takes bright photos, a screen with 4K resolution, 6 GB of RAM, a unique design of the device. I would also like to mention the waterproof case. Now the phone is not afraid of moisture.
To be honest, the advantages of the new model are impressive. What about the shortcomings, because there certainly are. The only one is the price.
On this page we have collected all the latest information about the new flagship Samsung Galaxy S8.
Specifications of Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus
- Screen: 5.8-inch curved panel with a resolution of 2960 by 1440 pixels (Galaxy S8 Plus has a 6.2-inch with the same resolution)
- CPU: Exynos 8895, 8 cores up to 2.5 GHz
- RAM: 4 GB LPDDR 4
- Camera: Main 12 MP with 1.7 aperture, front 8 MP
- Battery: 3000 mAh with support for fast and wireless charging (Plus version has 3500 mAh)
- Release date: March 29, 2017
- Expected price in Russia:~54,000 rubles (S8 Plus price ~60,000 rubles)
- Features: Thin frames, no mechanical buttons, IP68
Here you can find general information and news about both smartphones. For detailed information, prices, reviews and specifications for a specific model, see the links below:
The technical characteristics of the Samsung Galaxy S8 will, as always, be at the top level. We will see a new 2K display with a significantly increased diagonal, a powerful Exynos 8895 processor, 4 GB of RAM, an iris scanner and other innovations. The minimum amount of memory should increase to 64 GB. The Galaxy S8 body will be made of aluminum alloy and glass panels. Their resistance to external influences should improve, in particular thanks to more durable Gorilla Glass 5.
Release date and prices Samsung Galaxy S8 and C8 Plus
Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus will be released at the end of March 2017. A month after the presentation, the regular model will appear on store shelves at a price of ~54,000 rubles, and the larger version may cost you ~60,000 rubles. This is the estimated cost of smartphones, taking into account that the exchange rate will be 60 rubles per dollar.
Pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy S8 in Russia will begin on April 7, although this date may change a couple of days in the future.
If you are interested in more detailed information about new products, read our news below.
Samsung representatives confirmed that the Galaxy S8 and Note 8 will receive Android 10
Samsung has confirmed that the Galaxy S8 and Note 8 will not receive Android 10
Owners of Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy Note 8 smartphones will be upset to learn that Samsung will not release the Android 10 update for them. Over the past few days, the brand's divisions in several countries have published a roadmap for the release of major updates for their smartphones
Galaxy S8 tested in Geekbench with Android 10 on board
There are quite a few people who are interested in Samsung releasing the Android 10 update for the Galaxy S8. Regardless, it's unlikely that this will ever happen as the phone has passed its two-year cycle.
Samsung Galaxy S8 is now also receiving the June patch
June is coming to an end, but Samsung still has not released an up-to-date security patch for all of its smartphones that it officially supports. Fortunately, today the long-awaited update was released for another smartphone – the Samsung Galaxy S8.
Samsung has improved camera stability in the Galaxy S8 Plus
At the beginning of May, the Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus was one of the first to receive the latest security patch, and now no one was waiting for the release of a new update. According to the official changelog, it improves the stability of the smartphone camera.
Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy Note 8 remained without update to Android 10 Q
Believe it or not, Samsung left Galaxy S8 and Galaxy Note 8 users without updating to Android 10 Q. Yesterday, the company published a list of devices that will receive a new major update, and the above-mentioned gadgets are not among them.
Galaxy Note 9 and Galaxy S8 Plus receive March security patch
The first flagship smartphone of the South Korean brand to receive the March security update was the Samsung Galaxy Note 8. After some time, it was joined by other premium devices: the Galaxy S8 Plus and Galaxy Note 9.
S8 users complain about poor battery life after updating to Android 9.0
Most recently, Seoul residents released a stable version of Android Pie for the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus in Russia. Before it, the Galaxy Note 8 received the same update.
Samsung releases stable Android 9.0 Pie update for Galaxy S8
The stable Android 9.0 Pie update for the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus has been released. A few days ago, the Galaxy Note 8 phablet received similar software in Russia.
Substratum and Swift cannot be installed on Galaxy Note 8 or S8 with Android Pie on board
When Google released the first build of Android P Developer Preview, enthusiasts were concerned that the company blocked the ability to install third-party layers to change the appearance. The company confirmed that this is not a bug in the code, but a security measure.
Last year, Samsung made a breakthrough in the world of mobile technology. It was one of the first to introduce smartphones with an aspect ratio of 18.5:9.
Other manufacturers began to follow suit. This has led to the fact that today it is very difficult to find a good device with 16:9. The classic aspect ratio is either good, but already old, or single copies. Such as Meizu M15/M15 Lite/M15 Plus.
In 2018, Samsung has already introduced the next generation of flagships Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus.
The manufacturer decided not to stop there. In the fall, we are waiting for the presentation of the Samsung Galaxy Note 9, and other interesting information from Samsung. The company plans to introduce another version of the Samsung Galaxy S8 with the Lite prefix.
The information is confirmed and not fake, since it was published by the TENAA certification organization. It is reported that Samsung has submitted a model codenamed SM-G8750 for certification.
There are also live photos of the new product, which clearly indicate family ties with the Samsung Galaxy S8.
Well, Samsung is preparing for us.
Samsung Galaxy S8 Lite - review and characteristics of a smartphone with Snapdragon 660
First of all, it is worth noting that externally the new product is practically no different from the original. It includes all the existing disadvantages of last year's flagship.
The design repeats all the mistakes. The fingerprint scanner on the side of the camera has irritated many people and continues to do so. Only the flash has changed, as it has lost its nearby heartbeat sensor.
What motivated Samsung when creating the Samsung Galaxy S8 Lite. One gets the impression that the manufacturer simply took some cases that were lying around and shoved a weaker processor inside. Also a screen whose resolution does not exceed Full HD+.
Nevertheless, nothing can be changed and we have what we have. In general, the smartphone turned out to be of good quality, because it is still the same flagship in appearance, but the problematic scanner on the side of the camera can turn off many buyers.
Screen and processor Samsung Galaxy S8 Lite
The screen diagonal will remain the same, equal to 5.8 inches. The dimensions of the case as a whole will not change. This is good, since there are plenty of shovels among modern gadgets and a compact, powerful device is very difficult to find today.
At the same time, the resolution of the Super AMOLED display will change and will not exceed 2220x1080 pixels (Full HD+).
The aspect ratio will remain unchanged, returning to 18.5:9. We no longer have any detailed data regarding the screen. It is unlikely that the Samsung Galaxy S8 Lite will be inferior or, conversely, superior to the original in terms of brightness, saturation, contrast, etc. That is, the Samsung Galaxy S8 Lite is unlikely to disappoint anyone in terms of screen.
The performance of the Lite version of the device should be worse than that of the flagship Galaxy S8. After all, it is significantly inferior to Exynos 8895 or Snapdragon 835.
But there is also a big plus in this. It's no secret that in Europe and the CIS countries Samsung sells its devices on branded Exynos processors, and sells them with Snapdragon only in the USA. So, in our countries it is very difficult to find Samsung on Exynos, but here there will be no division and this is great. This is good because the same one performs much better in games than the flagship Exynos 8895 chip. If we talk about its overall performance at Full HD+, then it will completely surpass the Exynos 8895 with a 4K screen. The brakes in the system will disappear. Even the Samsung Galaxy S9 with Exynos 9810 manages to stutter.
That's all the arithmetic, so in terms of performance, the Samsung Galaxy S8 Lite looks much more attractive than the original on Exynos. Any device with a 660 chip is considered a very fast and gaming smartphone.
As for memory, the device also turned out to be quite good, because it is in no way inferior to the Galaxy S8. On board there are 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of permanent memory. There is no information regarding memory cards, but as usual there should be support for them.
Cameras and autonomy
The Samsung Galaxy S8 doesn't boast a high-megapixel camera, but it's still one of the best camera phones out there. Its advantages are a top-end sensor, high-aperture and high-quality optics, as well as high-quality software.
Samsung Galaxy S8 Lite will have a 16 MP camera, but this does not mean that it will be better. The number of megapixels will increase and this will have a positive effect on detail. The sensor dimensions will not change. The lens aperture will drop slightly. The front module will be 8 MP and this is quite enough for good selfies.
The battery capacity will remain the same and will be the same 3000 mAh. Of course, paired with a fairly energy-efficient chip, this capacity will be enough for exactly one day of use.
Samsung's competitors have already realized that it is not worth saving on the battery, and the same company HTC is already quietly equipping smartphones with a 4000 mAh battery. And Samsung cannot cross the 3500 mAh mark. Maybe the injury from the unsuccessful Galaxy Note 7 battery still haunts the manufacturer and he is simply afraid of messing things up again?
One of the advantages is the presence of Quick Charge 3.0 fast charging, so you don’t have to spend a long time at the outlet.
Samsung Galaxy S8 Lite full specifications
- Housing: tempered glass, metal;
- Display parameters: 5.8″, Super AMOLED matrix, resolution 2220x1080 pixels, HDR+ technology, Gorilla Glass 5;
- Processor: , eight-core, 4 Kryo cores with a frequency of up to 2.2 GHz + 4 Kryo cores with a frequency of up to 1.8 GHz, 14 nm process technology, 64 bit;
- Graphics: Adreno 512 with a frequency of 650 MHz, support for DirectX 12, OpenGL ES and Vulcan API;
- RAM: 4 GB LPDDR4X type, dual-channel 1866 MHz;
- Internal storage: 64 GB + memory cards;
- Camera: 16 MP, f/1.7 aperture (presumably), Slow-mo video up to 240 fps in HD resolution, 4K 30fps video recording, Super OIS optical stabilization, Dual Pixel technology;
- Selfie camera: 8 MP, f/1.7 aperture (presumably);
- Wi-Fi (a,b,g,n 5GHz, ac), Dual band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC;
- GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS;
- USB Type-C 3.1, 3.5 mm for headphones;
- Work in 4G LTE Cat.12 networks (download 600 Mbit/s, upload 150 Mbit/s);
- IP68 protection;
- Fingerprint scanner, iris scanner, face recognition;
- OS Android 8.0;
- Battery 3000 mAh + fast charging Quick Charge 3.0;
- Dimensions: 68.1 x 148.9 x 8 mm;
- Weight 152 g;
- Antutu: about 140,000 points;
- Price: from 25,000 rubles.
Conclusion: the dimensions of the gadget do not differ by a fraction of a millimeter from those of the Samsung Galaxy S8.
Samsung has a backlog of unused cases along with a lot of chips.
It is also worth noting that the Samsung Galaxy S8 Lite will receive the latest Android 8.1 Oreo operating system with support for Project Treble, which guarantees fast, fresh updates.
Samsung Galaxy S8 Lite – release date and price
It is reported that the smartphone will be presented in May and most likely in the last days.
At first it will be available only in the Chinese market, and after some time it will arrive in other countries of the world.
The cost of the device is predicted to be about $400, which is very attractive for an A-brand device.
In Russia, Samsung Galaxy S8 Lite should be sold at a price of 25,000 rubles. The smartphone can claim to be a bestseller.
Samsung Galaxy S8 Lite - video review
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This year, Samsung decided that size really does matter, so the new Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ have larger screens of 5.8 and 6.2 inches, respectively. Other companies have already tried to make devices with the largest possible displays, but the Koreans have really reached a new, unprecedented level in this regard. How convenient it is to use the new “galaxies” - read the translation of the review from YugaTech on Trashbox.
It is noteworthy that even the simple version of the Galaxy S8 has a larger screen diagonally than the unsuccessful Galaxy Note 7 phablet, not to mention the “plus”. What will the eighth Galaxy Note be like then? Will its screen be larger than 6.2 inches? It’s very interesting what Samsung will come up with for fans of the stylus and large display, but for now let’s look at the eighth Galaxy.
Characteristics
- Screen: 5.8 / 6.2 inches, Super AMOLED, 2960x1440 pixels, 570 / 529 ppi, Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protective glass.
- Operating system: Android 7.1 Nougat, Samsung Experience 8.1 shell.
- Processor: Exynos 8895, eight-core (4×Cortex-A53 at 1.7 GHz and 4×2.3 GHz at 2.3 GHz), 10 nm.
- GPU: Mali G71-MP20.
- RAM: 4 GB (LPDDR4).
- Storage: 64 GB (UFS 2.1) with support for microSD cards up to 256 GB.
- Main camera: 12 megapixels (Sony IMX333 + S5K2L2 ISOCELL), Dual Pixel, f/1.7 aperture, optical stabilization (OIS), video recording 1080p×60FPS, 4K×30FPS.
- Front camera: 8 megapixels, wide-angle sensor, f/1.7 aperture.
- Battery: 3,000 / 3,500 mAh, lithium-ion, fast charging from 0 to 100% in 75 minutes.
- Dimensions (mm): 148.9 x 68.1 x 8.0 (Galaxy S8), 159.5 x 73.4 x 8.1 (Galaxy S8+).
- Weight (grams): 155 / 173.
- Slots for SIM cards: one nanoSIM, the second - combined.
- Connectivity: 4G/LTE (up to category 16), Bluetooth 5.0, USB Type-C, 3.5 mm audio jack, dual-band (2.4/5 GHz) Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, GPS/ GLONASS/Galileo.
- Sensors: fingerprint scanner, pressure sensor, accelerometer, barometer, gyroscope, geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor, heart rate sensor, proximity sensor, light sensor.
- Water protection: IP68.
- Available colors: in Russia so far only black, golden and mystical (pink-gray).
- Price: 54,990 / 59,990 rubles.
Appearance and design
The flagship Galaxy S line has undergone a major redesign this year. The general concept has not changed, but the approach is completely different. Both versions of the smartphone received a curved screen at the edges, and the frames at the top and bottom were greatly reduced. Like the LG G6, the corners of the display panel are rounded. This is not only beautiful, but also practical in terms of the strength of the case. In case of a fall or other external influences, there is less chance that the matrix with rounded corners will be damaged.
Hardware control buttons and the Samsung logo, which was previously usually located on the top frame, have been removed from the front panel. This freed up space for the display. Only some sensors and the front camera remain. We have already seen this in the Xiaomi Mi MIX, which has nothing on the front side of the body except a display, a camera and a pair of sensors.
The bottom edge is strewn with a 3.5 mm port, universal USB Type-C and a speaker grid. Unfortunately, Samsung isn't dabbling in two separate stereo speakers just yet.
The top edge is equipped with a tray for nanoSIM cards. There is also an additional hybrid slot for microSD cards up to 256 GB. It can be used for an additional nanoSIM.
The rear panel contains a camera sensor that does not protrude from the body with a two-tone LED flash on the left and a fingerprint scanner on the right. The position of the fingerprint sensor is at least strange, but more on that later. The back of the device is covered with protective glass. Corning Gorilla Glass 5. It is slightly curved along the edges, which creates a pleasant visual effect, but also thanks to this the phone fits perfectly in the hand.
The case is protected from water and dust according to the standard IP68. The smartphone can be immersed in water to a depth of 1.5 meters for no more than 30 minutes.
Overall, there are no issues with Samsung in terms of the appearance and design of the Galaxy S8. The phone looks impressive and feels good in the hand.
Screen
Samsung is doing the right thing by making the screen the main feature of its smartphones. They are allowed to do this, because their own panels Super AMOLED- almost the best on the market. The Galaxy S8 has the largest screen in the South Korean manufacturer's flagship line. 5.8 inches is even larger than the typical diagonal of phablets (5.5-5.7 inches). This is a big improvement, especially considering the dimensions are almost identical to the previous generation.
This diagonal was achieved by removing the hardware buttons and fingerprint scanner on the rear panel. The Samsung inscription was also moved there. The frames were reduced to a minimum - there was only room for the front camera, a pair of sensors and an iris scanner.
The edges of the display are curved, as you would expect from a Samsung flagship smartphone. Let us remember that this “trick” first appeared in the Galaxy Note edge, and then migrated to the Galaxy S line. Now there is no division into the regular and edge versions - both “galaxies” have a curved screen.
Screen resolution - 2960x1440 pixels(WQHD+). Thus, the pixel density is 570 ppi. The firmware of smartphones provides a function that automatically or manually changes the screen resolution to save energy. By default, the indicator is set to Full HD+ (2280x1080). The lowest level is HD+ (1480×720). The latter is used when the energy saving mode is turned on.
From left to right: selecting resolution, picture mode and other settings
The aspect ratio of this screen is quite strange - 18.5:9. Not the best option for watching videos and pictures in games. But the firmware provides a function for adapting content to the display.
As for the matrix itself, these are top quality Super AMOLED panels. Color rendition, detail and contrast are at a high level. Under the rays of the sun, the display behaves perfectly - readability is maintained. The Galaxy S8 firmware has a function to reduce blue radiation at night - reducing eye strain.
Camera
Samsung pays a lot of attention to the camera in its flagship smartphones. The eighth generation of the Galaxy is no exception - the devices take excellent photos and videos. Galaxy S8 uses the new Sony IMX333 sensor and S5K2L2 ISOCELL sensor with resolution 12 megapixels(the same number was in S7).
Sample photos from Galaxy S8 (images are highly compressed)
The main camera supports optical image stabilization (OIS). The videos are of very high quality, but it is clear that Samsung programmers have not yet completed the camera software. When making sharp turns, the picture is slightly blurred. Perhaps this will be fixed with the final update before the start of sales. Video recording in 4K×30FPS or 1080p×60FPS resolution is supported. The frame rate for slow motion video is limited to 240FPS at 720p resolution.
The front camera has received a big improvement - from 5 to 8 megapixels. There is a wide-angle sensor with a good aperture ratio - f/1.7. Your selfies will definitely look good even in poor lighting conditions.
The camera application interface has been greatly redesigned. Now it looks like some kind of social network like Snapchat. We added many interesting functions and features. For knowledgeable users, a professional shooting mode is provided. In it you can manually adjust the ISO value (50−800), shutter speed (1/2400 to 10 seconds), white balance and picture profile.
In the Galaxy S7, many people liked the function of launching the camera by double pressing the Home button. Since it was removed, this “trick” moved to the unlock button.
operating system
The new products run on the Android 7.0 Nougat platform, on top of which proprietary firmware is installed Samsung Experience(formerly TouchWiz). As is always the case with Samsung, several applications are preinstalled: Samsung Notes, proprietary Browser, Secure Folder and others. But it's still not as bad as it was in the 2014−2015 versions of TouchWiz.
Since the hardware control buttons were removed, Samsung decided to slightly level out this loss. Now there are almost always virtual Recent, Home and Back buttons at the bottom. Sometimes two disappear, and only Home remains. The central button has pleasant feedback and adjustable sensitivity. There is no separate button on the desktop to call up the application menu - a universal gesture from bottom to top or vice versa is responsible for this.
There is special software for curved screen edges: App Edge, People Edge, Clipboard Edge and more. All this interacts to one degree or another with the curved screen. For example, you can bring up the favorites panel by swiping on this area. There is also a utility for creating a screenshot or even a GIF animation.
Security features include a fingerprint sensor and an iris scanner. The finger sensor was moved to the back cover and placed next to the camera. Thus, you can only reach it with a normal grip with your right hand and index finger. But the fingers themselves must also be long enough. The sensor itself works quickly and stores up to four fingerprints.
Another innovation in the firmware and design of the smartphone is the Bixby voice assistant. It can be called up in any application using the button on the left side of the case. Bixby is a mixture of a traditional voice assistant, learning artificial intelligence, and a recommendation engine. Wherever you call Bixby, it will understand the context and find exactly what you need. However, in test samples the assistant practically does not work.
Overall, Samsung's new Android skin is very pleasant to use. Smooth animations and cute icons are pleasing to the eye, and thoughtful features turn ordinary interaction with a smartphone into a real pleasure. For those who do not like the standard interface, themes are available in the company catalog - there you can find a shell to suit your taste.
The 64 GB test sample was free 53.98 GB. Thus, more than 10 GB is occupied by the firmware.
Iron
The guys from YugaTech.com tested a smartphone in a version with a processor Exynos 8895 Samsung's own production. It is this chipset that is equipped with the Galaxy S8 for Europe and the CIS. This is the ninth generation of Exynos processors. And they can compete with solutions from Qualcomm, Huawei and other companies.
Exynos 8895 is built on a 4+4 architecture: four ARM Cortex-A53 cores (1.7 GHz) are responsible for simple tasks, and four custom Exynos M1 cores (2.3 GHz) are included when processing heavy processes like games. But the main difference between the 8895 and the previous generation is the graphics accelerator. The new product uses the Mali G71-MP20 video chip. The big increase in productivity is precisely his merit.
Despite the fact that Samsung abandoned the new Cortex-A73 cores (Snapdragon 835 and Kirin 960), its own Exynos M1 cores show approximately the same power.
Test results Galaxy S8 in benchmarks:
- AnTuTu: 174,155.
- Quadrant Standard: 43,185.
- PCMark: 5,371 (Work 2.0), 6,034 (Work 1.0).
- PCMark Storage: 4,421.
- 3DMark: 3,159.
- Vellamo: 7,269 (Browser), 3,324 (Metal Graphics), 3,621 (multi-core test).
- Geekbench 4.0: 1,974 (single-core), 6,339 (multi-core).
Calls, communication and battery
The new Samsung flagship is equipped with all modern communication standards, including 4G / LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0(for the first time in a smartphone) and NFC. The voice quality in calls is ideal. It's nice that Samsung still pays a lot of attention to the most important function of the phone - calls. Bluetooth receiver version 5 allows you to connect two pairs of headphones or other audio accessories to one Galaxy S8.
Having increased the screen diagonal, Samsung, unfortunately, decided not to do the same with the battery. A regular Galaxy has a non-removable battery with a capacity 3,000 mAh, and in the Plus version - 3,500 mAh. However, the manufacturer claims that the operating time will remain the same.
In the PC Mark Battery Test benchmark, which emulates an intense load, the smartphone worked for 10 hours 43 minutes. At the same time, the brightness was set to 50%, the sound was turned off, and the phone was also switched to airplane mode. To be honest, the result is controversial. The same Galaxy S7 lasted longer in the same benchmark.
Galaxy S8 in video playback worked 10 hours 45 minutes at the same brightness, volume and networks turned off. And this is also less than in the Galaxy S7 - about 1 hour.
Galaxy S8 wireless charging stand
As they say, here you decide for yourself what is more important to you - a cool and large screen, or a little longer battery life. The battery charges via the USB Type-C connector in approximately 75 minutes from 0 to 100%. Wireless charging is supported. And yes - it does not explode when charging.
Results
Samsung tried to make a truly new smartphone, original and innovative. Although we have already seen the LG G6 and Xiaomi Mi MIX, the eighth Galaxy is a completely different smartphone. Koreans are getting closer to the moment when we will simply carry a large panel with a display without frames and a bulky case.
In the Galaxy S8 you can find the best screen, powerful processor, beautiful body design, quality materials and a good camera.
Of course, art requires sacrifice, so there was a fly in the ointment. Among the shortcomings, we can note the poor ergonomics of the fingerprint scanner. In addition, the price has increased, although for Russia this is not particularly noticeable - the price tags for the new Galaxy S8 are approximately at the same level as the Galaxy S7 at the start of sales.
Fine:
- Stylish design.
- Great screen.
- Powerful processor and lots of memory.
- Good camera.
- Iris scanner.
- A well-developed shell for Android.
- Opening hours could have been better.
- The price has increased.
- The fingerprint scanner is inconvenient.
Smartphone Samsung Galaxy S8 (Black) equipped with a 5.8-inch diagonal curved display on both sides. The case is protected from dust and moisture, this allows you to use the device even in the rain. An eight-core processor with a frequency of 2.3 GHz ensures fast operation of the model. A microSD memory card expands the possible storage capacity from 64 GB to 256 GB. The phone reproduces 16 million colors, so it displays a detailed picture. Control is carried out using touch keys or voice commands.
The Samsung Galaxy S8 (Black) smartphone reliably protects information from unauthorized persons, since unlocking occurs after identifying a fingerprint or iris. Due to the high resolution of the main (12 MP) and front (8 MP) cameras, clear and realistic pictures, selfies and videos are obtained. The arsenal includes proximity, magnetic field and atmospheric pressure sensors. The screen brightness is automatically adjusted based on the level of illumination. Thanks to MS Office support, the user can edit documents directly on the phone itself. Without recharging at peak loads, the model operates up to 20 hours.
Smartphone without borders
The Samsung Galaxy S8 redefines the classic smartphone design. The limitless* double-curved screen highlights the harmony of style and innovation.
* No side frames in the front plane of the screen.
Boundless screen
The main design feature is the almost complete absence of side frames and the rounded edges of the screen. Thanks to its symmetrical design and ergonomics, it will be comfortable to use even with one hand.
Dual Pixel* camera that does it all and more
Capture memorable moments with the Samsung Galaxy S8 camera! Photo quality is comparable to professional ones, whether you're shooting on the move, day or night.
* Dual pixel. Professional SLR camera technology.
The most reliable data protection
The iris scanner* in the Samsung Galaxy S8 provides a high level of convenience and security. The technology allows you to reliably protect personal data, as well as easily unlock your smartphone.
* The quality of iris recognition may deteriorate from direct exposure to sunlight, or when wearing glasses or contact lenses.
Advanced Features
Smartphones are equipped with the latest 10nm processor, ensuring fast operation with minimal battery consumption. Expandable memory will allow you to save all your movies, music and photos. And thanks to protection against water and dust (IP68), you will stay connected even in the rain.
*Withstands 30 minutes of immersion in fresh water to a depth of 1.5 m.
Smart Switch Data Transfer
Transfer everything you need from your old smartphone to your new Samsung Galaxy S8 using the OTG adapter included in the package.
