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Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018)

Market Status: Available


Released On: Released 2018, January


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5.6"1080x2220

pixels

16MP1080p

4GB RAM

Exynos 7885

3000mAh18W

Released 2018, January

172g, 8.4mm thickness

Android 7.1.1, up to Android 9.0, One UI

32GB/64GB storage, microSDXC

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Released 2018, January

172g, 8.4mm thickness

Android 7.1.1, up to Android 9.0, One UI

32GB/64GB storage, microSDXC

0

BECOME A FAN

5.6"

1080x2220 pixels

16MP

1080p

4GB RAM

Exynos 7885

3000mAh

18W
Specification
Versions: A530F (Europe, Global Single-SIM); A530F/DS (Global Dual-SIM)Also known as Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) Duos with dual-SIM card slots

Network

Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat11 600/75 Mbps

Launch

Announced
2017, December
Status
Available. Released 2018, January

Body

Dimensions
149.2 x 70.6 x 8.4 mm (5.87 x 2.78 x 0.33 in)
Weight
172 g (6.07 oz)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
SIM
Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
 
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)

Display

Type
Super AMOLED
Size
5.6 inches, 79.6 cm2 (~75.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
1080 x 2220 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 4
 
Always-on display

Platform

OS
Android 7.1.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), One UI
Chipset
Exynos 7885 (14 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A73 & 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU
Mali-G71

Memory

Card slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal
32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
 
eMMC 5.1

Sound

Loudspeaker
Yes
3.5mm jack
Yes
 
24-bit/192kHz audio

Comms

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
NFC
Yes
Radio
FM radio
USB
USB Type-C 2.0

Features

Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
 
ANT+Samsung Pay

Battery

TypeLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging18W wired
Talk timeUp to 24 h (3G)
Music playUp to 66 h

Misc

Colors
Black, orchid grey, gold, blue
Models
SM-A530F, SM-A530F, SM-A530K, SM-A530L, SM-A530S, SM-A530N, SM-A530W
SAR EU
0.24 W/kg (head)     1.25 W/kg (body)    
Price
About 250 EUR

Tests

Performance
GeekBench: 4418 (v4.4)GFXBench: 5.2fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display
Contrast ratio: Infinity (nominal), 3.842 (sunlight)
Camera
Photo / Video
Loudspeaker
Voice 69dB / Noise 70dB / Ring 81dB
Audio quality
Noise -92.1dB / Crosstalk -90.0dB
Battery (old)
Endurance rating 92h

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Expert View

on Nov 9, 2024

8/10
Expert
Score

8

Camera

8

Design

7

Battery

8

Display

8

Features

8

Usability

8

Performance

8

Connectivity

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Pros
  • Sleek and premium design with glass back and metal frame
  • High-resolution Super AMOLED display with vibrant colors
  • Dual front camera setup for enhanced selfies
  • IP68 water and dust resistance for added durability
  • Solid mid-range performance with Exynos 7885 processor
  • Ample storage options and microSD card support
  • Fast charging support for quick top-ups
  • Reliable battery life for a full day’s use
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Cons
  • No wireless charging support
  • No 4K video recording, limited to 1080p
  • Slightly bulky compared to other mid-range models
  • Rear camera performance could be better in low light
  • Lacks the latest software updates
verdict

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) is a well-rounded mid-range smartphone that impresses with its premium design, vivid display, and solid camera setup. The dual front cameras make it a great choice for selfie lovers, while the water resistance adds durability. Though it lacks a few high-end features like wireless charging and 4K video recording, it provides excellent value for users seeking a reliable, stylish device that performs well in day-to-day use.

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