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Samsung Galaxy A8 Star

Android 8.0 Oreo Operating system

6.3" Screen size

24MP f/1.7 Main camera

SDM660 Snapdragon 660 Octa-core Processor

64 GB Storage

3,700 mAh Battery

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“Samsung Galaxy A8 Star is a recommendable device available right now had they launched it under the price bracket of Rs. 22,000. Since it comes with a hefty price tag of Rs. 34,990 considering its specifications, other smartphones including OnePlus 6, Asus Zenfone 5Z and others seem like a better deal.”

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Specifications

Full specs

Overview

Released Jun 2018

Announced —

Price tier —

Also Known As Samsung Galaxy A9 Star, SM-G8850

Processor Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 Octa-core

CPU Speed 2200MHz

RAM 4GB

Storage 64 GB

Price (USD) —

Regions USA, Canada

Regional Variants —

Warranty 1 Year

Accessories USB Power Adapter, Manual, Data Cable

Software & Support

OS Android

OS at Launch 8.0 Oreo

Current Version —

OS Updates —

Security Updates —

Custom UI —

Display

Type Color

Technology Super AMOLED

Size 6.3"

Resolution 1080 × 2220

Pixel Density 392 ppi

Colors 16.7 million

Refresh Rate —

Touch Sampling Rate —

Peak Brightness —

Always On Display

DC Dimming

DisplayMate Grade —

Multi-touch

Fingerprint Resistant

Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass

Additional Features Capacitive touchscreen, Infinity Display

Secondary Display

Type —

Size —

Resolution —

Color Type —

Colors —

Camera — Main

Main Camera 24MP f/1.7

Flash Yes (LED)

Sensor Name —

Sensor Size —

Focal Length (Main) —

Focal Length (Ultrawide) —

Focal Length (Telephoto) —

Optical Zoom —

Digital Zoom 8

Video Resolution Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels)

Video FPS 30fps

Video Length —

Video Formats MPEG-4

Features Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, ISO, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer, White balance

Additional Info Dual camera feature (16 MP f/1.7 2nd camera), HDR, Time lapse, Bokeh mode, PDAF sensor, AI Beautify, Voice Capture, AR stickers

Camera — Front

Front Camera

Video Recording

Resolution 24MP

Video Resolution Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels)

Video FPS 30fps

Zoom

Optical Zoom —

Digital Zoom —

Features —

Additional Info f/2.0

Camera — Scores

DxOMark Overall —

DxOMark Photo —

DxOMark Video —

DxOMark Zoom —

DxOMark Bokeh —

DxOMark Selfie —

DxOMark Rank —

Performance

Chip Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 Octa-core

Process Node —

GPU —

RAM 4GB

Storage 64 GB

AnTuTu v11 —

Geekbench 6 Single —

Geekbench 6 Multi —

Geekbench 5 Single —

Geekbench 5 Multi —

Battery

Capacity 3,700 mAh

Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)

Removable

Fast Charging —

Wireless Charging —

Comes with Charger —

Talk Time 23h 00m

Video Playback 19h 00m

Internet (WiFi) 15h 00m

Internet (Cellular) 15h 00m

Standby —

Mixed Usage —

Charge Time 0–100% —

Charged in 30 Min —

GSMArena Score —

Battery Test Source —

Battery Life (Call) —

Battery Life (Video) —

Battery Life (Web) —

Battery Life (Gaming) —

Connectivity

Wi-Fi Wi-Fi a/b/g/n

WiFi Version —

Bluetooth 5.0

Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN

Bluetooth Codecs SBC

USB Type USB Type-C

USB OTG

USB Speed —

NFC

Infrared

Headset Jack 3.5mm

Mobile Hotspot

GPS

GPS Type A-GPS

UWB

Satellite —

Memory Expansion

Expansion Type MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC

Expansion Capacity 512MB

Cellular

Networks GPRS, EDGE, HSPA+, LTE, EV-DO, HSDPA

LTE MHz

LTE (700) LTE (850) LTE (900) LTE (1700) LTE (1800) LTE (1900) LTE (2100) LTE (2300) LTE (2500) LTE (2600)

3G MHz

800 850 900 1900 2100

2G MHz

850 900 1800 1900

Data 4G/LTE

VoLTE

WiFi Calling

Physical SIM Nano-SIM

Dual SIM

eSIM

Push to Talk

Data Tethering

Design & Build

Form Factor Bar

Material Plastic

Frame Material —

Rear Material —

Colors Black, White

Dimensions 16.24 × 7.7 × 0.76 cm (6.39 × 3.03 × 0.3 in)

Weight 191g

IP Rating —

Water Resistance No

Fingerprint Sensor Yes

Rugged Design

iFixit Score —

Parts Availability —

Audio

External Speakers Yes

Noise Cancellation

Dolby Atmos

Hi-Res Audio

FM Radio —

GSMArena Loudness —

Speaker Loudness —

Input & Navigation

Touchscreen

Navigation Type Touchscreen

Keyboard Type Touchscreen

Home Key

Sleep/Wake Key

External Volume

Safety

SAR Head 0.43 W/kg

SAR Body 1.79 W/kg

Hearing Aid Compatible

TTY/TDD

Additional Information —

Additional Comments —

What people actually want to know

When was the Samsung Galaxy A8 Star released?

The Samsung Galaxy A8 Star was released on June 30, 2018.

How long does the battery last on the Samsung Galaxy A8 Star?

The Samsung Galaxy A8 Star has a 3,700 mAh battery.

Does the Samsung Galaxy A8 Star support wireless charging?

No, the Samsung Galaxy A8 Star does not support wireless charging.

Does the Samsung Galaxy A8 Star have a headphone jack?

Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A8 Star has a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Does the Samsung Galaxy A8 Star have NFC?

Yes, the Samsung Galaxy A8 Star has NFC. You can use Google Wallet, Apple Pay, and tap-to-pair with Bluetooth accessories.

Where can I get support for the Samsung Galaxy A8 Star?

Visit Samsung's official support page for warranty info, repairs, and troubleshooting.

Where can I download the Samsung Galaxy A8 Star manual?

You can view and download the Samsung Galaxy A8 Star manual on our dedicated manual page.

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