Description
Introducing the stunning Infinity Display
The revolutionary design of the Galaxy S8 and S8+ begins from the inside out. We rethought every part of the phone’s layout to break through the confines of the smartphone screen. So all you see is pure content and no bezel. It’s the biggest, most immersive screen on a Galaxy smartphone of this size. And it’s easy to hold in one hand.
Design
Immerse yourself in a bigger view that still fits comfortably in your hand. Galaxy S8 and S8+ break free from the confines of bezels, offering a smooth, uninterrupted surface that flows seamlessly over the edges. To do this, we completely redesigned the phone from the inside out. And we embedded the home button under the screen, where it stays hidden until you need it. So you get a bigger, unobstructed view without a larger phone.
Infinity Display
Beyond the bezel
The Infinity Display sets a new standard for uninterrupted, immersive experiences. It enables an expanded screen size without necessitating a larger phone. So while the view is grander, Galaxy S8 and S8+ feel small in your hand, making them easy to hold and use.
Sleek all around
Complementing the uniform front is the equally smooth silhouette on the back. The rear camera sits perfectly flush with the surface for a visually tranquil profile.
Take your pick
With several color options in two sizes, there’s a Galaxy S8 or S8+ for everyone. Go big or standard, go gold or silver—the choice is entirely yours.
More screen means more is seen
Be it movies or games, you’ll get drawn into the action on the Galaxy S8 and S8+ screens. Not only are they the biggest, most immersive displays for mobile devices of these sizes, with the 18.5:9 display ratio, you get the whole scene on your screen.
*Infinity Display: a bezel-less, full-frontal, edge-to-edge screen.
*Default resolution is Full HD+ and can be changed to Quad HD+ (WQHD+) in Settings.
*Screen measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners.
Scroll less, do more
Text while you watch a movie or make a list while you browse. You’re able to multitask efficiently due to the bigger screen, and you can choose what your focus is by easily resizing the windows. And when just one thing has your attention, you’ll see more of the article or your social media feed, so you scroll less.
Invisible but accessible
The new navigation keys are no different from the physical ones you’re used to. Only they’re now beautifully inconspicuous—until you need them. The home key is where it normally is, and it works just as usual with a simple press.
Styled for the future
Enjoy seamless navigation on the Galaxy S8 and S8+ with a sleek and clean interface that aligns beautifully with the smooth Infinity Display. As you unlock from the AOD (Always On Display) and switch between apps, the visual journey on screen is just as striking as the exterior.
Camera
Most smartphone cameras work best during the day. But your life is 24/7. So we built a camera that works day and night, and we made it even better for the Galaxy S8 and S8+. The front and rear cameras are so fine-tuned that your photos come out bright and clear—even when there’s very little light.
Front Camera
Selfies done right
Turn on the selfie camera and take photos that everyone will want to share. Smart Auto Focus tracks faces, so whether you use your arm or a selfie stick, everyone in the shot will be in focus. And enhanced multi-frame image processing keeps all the selfies crisp and clear.
*On-screen image taken with Galaxy S8 or S8+.
8MP Front Camera
F1.7 Lens
Smart Auto Focus
Rear Camera
Capture the night
The dark is no match for Galaxy S8 and S8+’s rear camera. The bright F1.7 lens and large 1.4µm pixels bring in more light when there’s not enough around. So what you see is what you’ll get in the shot.
*On-screen image taken with Galaxy S8 or S8+.
12MP Dual Pixel Sensor
F1.7 Lens
4K Video
Ready for action
When you’re quick enough to capture the moment, you need a camera that’s just as fast and focused—like the Galaxy S8 and S8+ camera. It focuses as swiftly as your eyes do using its Dual Pixel sensor, bright lens, and wide aperture, delivering photos that are crisp and vivid.
*On-screen image taken with Galaxy S8 or S8+.
Memories, crystal clear
The stars aligned for that picture-perfect moment and with the Galaxy S8 and S8+’s camera, that moment is yours to keep. It uses enhanced image processing, taking multiple shots and combining them into one high-quality photo. All you have to do is press the shutter.
*On-screen image taken with Galaxy S8 or S8+.
Pro Mode
Turn pro
Make full use of the Galaxy S8 and S8+’s superior camera performance by turning on Pro Mode. It gives you the option to adjust any of the six settings: ISO, Shutter speed, Exposure, Color tone, Manual focus, and WB (White Balance).
*On-screen image taken with Galaxy S8 or S8+.
Shutter Speed
Exposure
White Balance
Selective Focus
Focus on what matters
With Selective focus mode you’re able to choose the depth of field after taking the shot to choose whichever focus you fancy: foreground, background, or both.
*On-screen image taken with Galaxy S8 or S8+.
Near Focus
Near Focus mode used on photo of people doing yoga taken by Galaxy S8 or S8+
Far Focus
Far Focus mode used on photo of people doing yoga taken by Galaxy S8 or S8+
Pan Focus
Pan Focus mode used on photo of people doing yoga taken by Galaxy S8 or S8+
Filtered moments
The right filter can make a photo into a masterpiece. Use the preview option and choose from a range of filters to enhance your picture before you even take the shot.
*On-screen image taken with Galaxy S8 or S8+.
Security
We care deeply about your privacy. So we put in place effective mechanisms that prevent unwanted snooping, while making it surprisingly convenient for you. There’s iris scanning for airtight security, face recognition for unlocking your phone right away, and defense-grade security that stands guard around the clock.
Three hassle-free ways to unlock your phone
Life is so much easier and simpler without the trouble of having to remember one more password, one more PIN. And that’s why the Galaxy S8 and S8+ come with three easy ways to unlock your phone.
Iris Scanner
Open with your eyes
Hold up your Galaxy S8 or S8+ and align your eyes with the twin circles on-screen to scan your irises. Your phone is unlocked with a look.
Face Recognition
Open with your face
Raise your phone as if taking a selfie to use face recognition. It’s a fast and effortless way to unlock your Galaxy S8 or S8+.
Fingerprint Scanner
Open with a touch
Fingerprint
As you pick up your Galaxy S8 or S8+, your finger goes naturally to the fingerprint sensor on the back and it’s unlocked in one seamless move. You don’t even have to wake up the phone first.
Convenient and safe
Some of the most sensitive activities like paying with your credit or debit card and accessing bank accounts is fast, easy, and secure on your DREAM with biometric authentication. Scan your irises or fingerprint to make purchases with Samsung Pay in-store, check your bank accounts via Samsung Pass and log into your favorite sites right away with the Web sign-in feature. Keep private files and apps separately in the Secure Folder to keep them accessible only to you.
Samsung Pay
Samsung Pass
Secure Folder
Defense-grade security from the chip up
Samsung Knox is seriously secure and has been approved by governments worldwide. Its level of security begins at the chip level. Something only we can do as chipmakers. Building on the chip-level security are five crucial layers of protection that work at hardware and software levels. On the Galaxy S8 and S8+, the upgraded Knox 2.8 is in position to safeguard your data around the clock.
*Knox Container is optional.
*TIMA is TrustZone-based Integrity Measurement Architecture.
Performance
Downloads, charging, and switching from app to app are all accomplished at incredibly fast speeds. Thanks to the most advanced 10nm processor: It’s the world’s first and it’s on the Galaxy S8 and S8+. And because the Galaxy S8 and S8+ are meant to take spills, splashes, and dunks, you can keep going even in the rain—or in the shower.
World’s First 10nm AP
A new standard for better-performing phones
Apps launch faster, battery life is longer, and power consumption is down 20%. Galaxy S8 and S8+ are speedier and better-performing phones thanks to the innovation of the 10nm processor. It’s as efficient as you are.
LTE and Wi-Fi
Faster downloads
Galaxy S8 and S8+ are Gigabit LTE and Gigabit Wi-Fi ready. Wi-Fi on the Galaxy S8 and S8+ supports 1024-QAM, meaning you get up to 20% faster download speeds compared to the previous model. So if you’re downloading big files or sharing your data, speed isn’t really an issue.
*The Galaxy S8 and S8+ are up to 20% faster than Galaxy S7 on Wi-Fi (802.11ac). Actual speed may vary by country, carrier, and other usage factors. 1024-QAM router support is required.
Gaming
Gaming taken to new levels
Your favorite games are taken to a new level when played on Galaxy S8 and S8+’s boundless screen. And with Vulkan capabilities, hours of immersive fun are at your fingertips with even the most graphic-intensive games.
*Exclusive game offers for Galaxy users are available in Galaxy Apps.
*Turn on Fullscreen mode in Settings to enjoy a greater view when playing.
Audio
Sounds coming in clear
Audio enthusiasts rejoice: you can hear the music as it’s meant to be heard because Galaxy S8 and S8+ feature high-quality 32-bit PCM and DSD64/128 playback support. Plus, the included new earphones not only offer pure sound by AKG, they fit better and your ears stay comfortable as you rock out.
*DSD64 and DSD128 playback can be limited depending on the file format.
Music for every occasion
Access 40 million songs and thousands of playlists tailored for any mood or occasion. Upload and store up to 100,000 songs and save songs offline, so you always have your music with you.
Water and Dust Resistance
Rain or shine, it works
You can get stuck in the rain without an umbrella and still find your way home. And you won’t lose your cool when you spill water all over your phone. Because the Galaxy S8 and S8+ feature the same IP68-rated water and dust resistance you’ve come to expect from Galaxy phones.
*Water resistant up to 1.5 meters of water for 30 minutes.
Hybrid SIM
Options that count
It’s always handy to have an option, whether it’s more storage or an extra phone number. Keep all your important files, photos, and videos with a memory that’s expandable up to 256GB, or insert a local SIM card when traveling abroad.
*Availability may vary by country.
Battery
Power that lasts
You’re able to use your Galaxy S8 or S8+ for longer with each charge because the better-performing processor means a more efficient use of battery life. And with wireless charging and fast charging capabilities, charging the battery is also easy and convenient.
Video of Galaxy S8 being charged
Fast Charging
Back in a flash
Even if you drain the battery, Galaxy S8 and S8+ won’t be down for long with their fast charging capabilities.
Wireless Charging
Wires be gone
Side view of Galaxy S8 being charged wirelessly with the Wireless Charger Convertible
Wireless charging is as easy as putting your phone down. If you were watching something on your phone, just prop the charger up. With Galaxy S8 and S8+’s fast charging power, you can have it back in your hand in no time.
USB Type-C
Either way is up
Plug in and charge without a second thought. With Galaxy S8 and S8+’s charger cable, you can: USB Type-C means there’s no up or down.
Intelligence
This is Bixby. A completely new way to use your Galaxy S8 or S8+. You can use voice, text, or touch to say what you need since it understands all three. When you’re lost for words, open the camera and Bixby will search for you. It’s integrated into every aspect of the Galaxy S8 and S8+, so it’s able to handle the tasks you normally do on your phone and it’s constantly learning your ways so it can get better and better.
Press for Bixby
Press to go straight to Bixby Home, press and hold to talk to Bixby.
Three ways to engage, not just one
Since Bixby understands talk, text, and taps, you’re able to use the way that’s most convenient at the time. You can also switch between modes whenever you need to.
*At launch, Bixby voice controls will be integrated into some of your favorite native apps, and will understand instructions in US English, US Spanish, Korean, and Chinese.
Revolutionary ways to search
Bixby will forever change the way you search. Because you only have to open your camera or use an image to get results right away. Whether you’d like to know more about a product or place, want to find a restaurant nearby, or even need to translate a document—just call up Bixby. No more typing into boxes.
Shopping
Place
Text
Wine
Image
QR Code
It’s customized to the way you’re using your phone
Press the Bixby key or swipe right from the lock screen or home screen to get curated, customized information as well as direct access to the apps you need at that time, place, and occasion. The more you use your phone, the better results you get.
Be reminded at the right time and place
Get Bixby to remind you to water the plants when you get home or to call someone back when you get back to the office. You can also have the reminders show on the AOD screen, Bixby Home, or the edge screen.
Specifications
Design
Color Availability
Dimensions
Display
5.8″ Quad HD+ Super AMOLED
(2960×1440)
570 ppi
*Infinity Display: a bezel-less, full-frontal, edge-to-edge screen.
*Default resolution is Full HD+ and can be changed to Quad HD+(WQHD+) in Settings.
*Screen measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners.
Camera
Illustrated image of Galaxy S8 showing inner components as well as the front and rear cameras
[FRONT]
8MP AF
F1.7 Aperture
Pixel size: 1.22µm
Sensor size: 1/3.6″
FOV: 80
Wide selfie
[REAR]
Dual Pixel 12MP AF
OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)
F1.7 Aperture
Pixel size: 1.4µm
Sensor size: 1/2.55″
FOV: 77
Max Zoom: 8x (digital)
Pro mode
Panorama
Slow motion
Hyperlapse
Food mode
Save as RAW file
[BOTH]
VDIS (Video Digital Image Stabilization)
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
Selective focus (Bokeh effect)
Virtual shot
Motion photo
Filters
Stickers
Stamps
Grid line
Location tags
Timer
Quick launch
Voice control
Video Recording
4K video recording at 30 fps
1080p HD video recording at 30 fps or 60 fps
720p HD video recording at 30 fps
VDIS (Video Digital Image Stabilization)
Digital Zoom 8x
High CRI LED Flash
Slow Motion video support for 720p at 240 fps
Hyperlapse video with stabilization
Continuous Autofocus video
Face Detection
Tracking AF
Take 9-megapixel still photos while recording 4K video
Playback Zoom
Video Location tags
Performance
AP
Octa-core (2.3GHz Quad + 1.7GHz Quad), 64 bit, 10nm processor
*May differ by country and carrier.
Memory
4GB RAM (LPDDR4)
64GB (UFS 2.1)
*May differ by country and carrier.
Network & Connectivity
LTE Cat.16
*May differ by markets and mobile operators.
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz),VHT80 MU-MIMO,1024QAM
Bluetooth® v 5.0 (LE up to 2Mbps), ANT+, USB Type-C, NFC, Location (GPS, Galileo, Glonass, BeiDou)
*Galileo and BeiDou coverage may be limited.
Expandable Memory & SIM Card
Single SIM model: one Nano SIM and one MicroSD slot (up to 256GB)
*May differ by markets and mobile operators.
OS
Android 7.0 (Nougat)
Audio
[Ultra High Quality Audio Playback]
UHQ 32-bit &DSD support
PCM: Up to 32 bits
DSD: DSD64/128
*DSD64 and DSD128 playback can be limited depending on the file format
[Audio Playback Format]
MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, DSF, DFF
[Bluetooth]
Dual Audio: connect two Bluetooth devices to the Galaxy S8 or S8+ to play audio through the two devices simultaneously.
*The two connected devices may exhibit a slight difference in sound output.
Scalable Codec: Bluetooth connection is stable even with ambient radio frequency interferences.
*Available only for certain accessories made by Samsung.
[Recording]
Recording quality is improved with the High AOP Mic that minimizes distortion in noisy environments.
*AOP: Acoustic Overload Point
[Bundled Earphones]
Pure sound by AKG
Hybrid canal type
2way Dynamic Unit
Video
[Video Playback format]
MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM
[TV Connection]
Wireless: Smart View (Miracast 1080p at 30 fps, mirroring support available for devices supporting Miracast or Google Cast.)
With cable: supports DisplayPort over USB type-C. Supports video out when connecting via HDMI Adapter. (DisplayPort 4K 60 fps)
Water Resistance
IP68
*Water resistant up to 1.5 meters of water for 30 minutes.
Battery
[Battery Capacity]
3000mAh
[Battery Life]
MP3 playback (AOD on): up to 44 hrs
MP3 playback (AOD OFF): up to 67 hrs
Video playback: up to 16 hrs
Talk time: up to 20 hrs
Internet use (Wi-Fi): up to 14 hrs
Internet use (3G): up to 11 hrs
Internet use (4G): up to 12 hrs
*Data based on devices released in Europe. Actual results may vary depending on usage and environmental factors.
Charging
Fast Charging on wired and wireless
Wireless Charging compatible with WPC and PMA
Sensors
& Buttons
[Sensors]
Iris Sensor
Pressure Sensor
Accelerometer
Barometer
Fingerprint Sensor
Gyro Sensor
Geomagnetic Sensor
Hall Sensor
HR Sensor
Proximity Sensor
RGB Light Sensor
[Buttons]
On/Off key
Volume key
Bixby key
Security
Authentication
Lock Type: Pattern, Pin, Password
Biometrics Lock Type: Iris Scanner, Fingerprint Scanner, Face Recognition
Security
Knox protection: Real-time device monitoring and protection
Virus, malware prevention (Powered by Intel Security)
Secure Folder: A secure space on the device to keep content such as apps, photos, movies, and files private using either iris scanning or fingerprint scanning.
Payment
Samsung Pay
Credit & debit cards: supports MST/NFC
Membership cards
Gift cards
Transit cards
Reward point service
*Available in select countries and accepted payment solutions may vary by country.
*Services may be limited by country.
Intelligence
Bixby
Press the Bixby button to go to Bixby Home, or press and hold it to interact with Bixby using voice.
Talk
See
Recommend
Remind
*Available features and content providers may vary by country.
Customization
Edge Screen
Edge Panels: Apps edge, People edge, Smart select, Reminder, Tasks edge, Quick panel, Clipboard edge, Device Maintenance, Weather, Calendar
Edge Lighting
AOD
(Always On Display)
AOD content: Choose from a variety of clock designs and information.
Clock: Digital clock, Analogue clock, World clock, and Edge clock (option to choose color and wallpaper.)
Active clock (with second hand)
Calendar
Image: Select an image from Gallery or Smart Select and set it as wallpaper for the AOD screen.
And more: Set custom text, date, battery level, app notifications, and song information.
FaceWidgets: Experience different widgets on the AOD screen by double-tapping the clock area.
Pin to AOD
Pin text and images you wish to remember to the AOD screen. The pinned memo can be easily viewed or deleted.
You can pin memo to the AOD screen using Reminder and Share via.
AOD Themes
Download AOD-exclusive themes from Theme Store.
Decorate your AOD screen with various themes.
Theme Services
Themes are sets of wallpaper, icons, and other design details available for download to the Galaxy S8 and S8+.
Accessibility
To continue making our technology accessible to everyone, Samsung has developed and applied a variety of technical solutions. With solutions for vision, hearing, dexterity and interaction, people with disabilities can easily use technology and take advantage of new and exciting features.
Voice Assistant
High Contrast Theme
Magnifier widget
Color Adjustment
Sound Detector
Flash notification
Universal Switch
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