Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) is an improved variant of the equally new Galaxy A8 (2018). It offers a larger display, more memory, and a bigger battery.
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Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) Key Specs & Features
- 6.0-inch Super AMOLED Display, 1080 x 2220 pixels (411 ppi)
- Octa-core Exynos 7885 Octa CPU, 4GB / 6GB RAM
- Android 7.1.1 (Nougat)
- 32GB / 64GB Storage with support for memory card up to 256GB
- 16MP Rear Camera and 16MP + 8MP Dual Front Camera
- 4G LTE Data
- Fingerprint Scanner (Rear)
- 3500 mAh Li-ion Battery with Fast Charging
Design and Display
There is nothing significant to tell between the new Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) from the standard variant in looks, except the size. It shows similar improved design, but measures 0.4 inches more in size. The phone is also heavier at 191 grams, but a hair thinner. It also has IP68 certification for dust and water resistance.
Its 6-inch Super AMOLED screen provides abundant space for immersive movie viewing experience. The Infinity Display boasts an 18.5:9 aspect ratio. It has a resolution of 2,220 x 1,080 pixels for a pixel density of over 400 ppi.
Camera
The Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) also gives you similar dual selfie camera system as the new Galaxy A8. You get a 16MP sensor and another 8MP sensor. An 85-degree field of view means this should be decent for group selfies. You can enhance shot quality with beauty filters and stickers.
The smartphone comes with a 16 megapixel shooter on the rear as well. This has f/1.7 aperture that enables great shots in low-light conditions. It features phase detection autofocus, ‘high CRI’ LED flash, and hyperlapse video with stabilisation.
Hardware and Software
The chipset in charge of affairs on the device is also Samsung’s new Exynos 7885. This delivers speeds of up to 2.2 GHz for robust performance. The Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018), however, offers greater RAM and storage of 6 GB and 64 GB respectively.
Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) boots Android 7.1.1 Nougat. Some users may not be happy about this, considering Oreo has been around for a while.
Other Features
Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) also offers you a rear-placed fingerprint scanner. You get face recognition feature as well. Like the new Galaxy A8, this device has a Dual Messenger feature and supports Bixby assistant.
It gets power from a 3,500mAh juicer – similar to that of the Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus. But you can expect the Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) to last longer.
Pricing and availability
Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) is not officially available in Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana, though the smartphone seems to have been launched in Malaysia for RM 2499. When available, you will be able to buy the Android phone at leading online stores in the countries. Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) Price in Nigeria is expected to range from 228,500 Naira to 270,000 Naira depending on your location in the country.
Its price in Ghana starts at around GH₵ 2,891. Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) Price in Kenya starts at around 75,000 KSh.
Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018) Specs
Here are a few specs of the Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus (2018):
General Features
- Platform: Android 7.1.1 (Nougat)
- Processor: Octa-core Processor: 2×2.2 GHz Cortex-A73 & 6×1.6 GHz Cortex-A53 (Exynos 7885 Octa)
- GPU: Mali-G71
- Memory: 4 GB RAM or 6 GB RAM
- Colours: Black, Orchid Grey, Gold, Blue
- Dimension: 159.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm
- Weight: 191 g
- SIM Type: –
- SIM Count: –
Display
- Display: 6.0 inches, Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 1080 x 2220 pixels (411 ppi)
- Screen Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass
Camera
- Rear Camera: 16 MP Camera, f/1.7, 1080p HD Video@30fps
- Rear Camera Features: Phase detection autofocus, LED flash, Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, panorama, HDR
- Front Camera: Dual Camera 16 MP + 8 MP, f/1.9, 1080p HD Video@30fps
Storage
- Built-in Storage: 32 GB or 64 GB
- Memory Card Support: Yes, up to 256 GB
- Bundled Cloud Storage: –
Network Support
- 2G GSM: Yes
- 2G CDMA 1X: –
- 3G WCDMA: Yes
- 3G CDMA EVDO: –
- 4G LTE: Yes
Internet & Connectivity
- GPRS: Yes
- EDGE: Yes
- 3G/WCDMA/HSPA: Yes
- HSPA+: Yes, HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps
- CDMA EVDO: –
- 4G LTE: Yes, LTE-A (3CA) Cat11 600/75 Mbps
- WLAN: Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, WiFi Direct
- Wi-Fi Hotspot: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes, Bluetooth v5.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
- NFC: Yes
- Infrared Blaster: –
- USB Port: Yes, 2.0, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector
Messaging
- SMS/MMS: Yes
- Instant Messaging: Yes
- Push Emails: Yes
- Email Protocol: –
Entertainment
- Music Player: Yes, MP3/WAV/WMA/eAAC+/FLAC player
- Video Player: Yes, MP4/WMV/H.265 player
- FM Radio: Yes
- Loudspeaker: Yes
- 3.5mm Jack: Yes
Navigation
- Navigation: Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
- Maps: Yes
Sensors & Control
- Digital Compass: Yes
- Accelerometer: Yes
- Proximity Sensor: Yes
- Light Sensor: Yes
- Barometer: Yes
- SpO2: No
- Pedometer: No
- Heart Rate Monitor: No
- Gyroscope: Yes
- Fingerprint Scanner: Yes (Rear)
- Iris Scanner: No
- Face Unlock: No
- Intelligent Digital Assistant: –
- Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: –
- Voice Control: –
Other Features
- Video Streaming: Yes
- Active Noise Cancellation: Yes
- Wireless Charging: No
- Built-in Mobile Payment: No
- Water Resistant: Yes, IP68 certified – water proof over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
- Dust Resistant: Yes
- Image Editor: Yes
- Video Editor: Yes
- Document Viewer: Yes
- Document Editor: No
Battery
- Battery: 3500 mAh Li-Ion Battery (Non Removable)
- Talktime: Yes, up to 23 hours
- Standby Time: –
- Fast Charging: Yes
