• 6" (1480x720) Super AMOLED
  • 4GB
    Snapdragon 450 SoC
    64GB Storage
  • 16-MP, f/1.7 2 Rear Cameras
  • 3500 mAh

The Samsung Galaxy J8 phone has a 6-inch (1480x720) Super AMOLED screen, a 16MP main camera and a 16MP selfie camera. The battery capacity is 3500 mAh and the main processor is a Snapdragon 450 with 4 GB of RAM.

Specifications Highlights
ProductGalaxy J8, Price: 225 USD at Amazon
Display6" 1480x720 Super AMOLED
Rear Camera(s)
  • 16-MP f/1.7 (Primary)
  • 5-MP f/1.9
Selfie Camera(s)
  • 16-MP f/1.9
Computing
  • Snapdragon 450 SoC
  • 4GB RAM
  • 64GB Storage
  • MicroSDXC
Battery3500 mAh
DesignIP Rating, 75.8x160x7.95 mm (2.98 x 6.30 x 0.31 inches)
Price (Market)$225
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Display
TypeSuper AMOLED
Diagonal (inches)6"
Display/Body Ratio75.3%
Resolution1480x720
Sharpness (PPI)274 PPI
Features
  • Multitouch
  • Glossy
  • 2.5D
Color Depth24 bit (16,777,216 Colors)
Primary Camera
Megapixel16-MP
Aperturef/1.7
Sensor SizeSmall
Autofocus Features
  • Contrast
Hardware Features
  • LED Flash
  • Autofocus
  • HDR Photo
Video Resolutions
  • 1080p/30fps
Battery
Battery TypeLi-Ion
Battery Capacity (mAh)3500 mAh
Battery Features
  • Non-Removable
Computing
Processor BrandQualcomm
Processor NameSnapdragon 450
Processor # Cores8
Main Processor Frequency (GHz)1.8 GHz
RAM Options4GB
Internal Storage Options64GB
Memory Card TypeMicroSDXC
Operating System + VersionAndroid 8.0
Communications
LTE Category (Download)LTE CAT6 301 Mbps
LTE Bands12, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66
Modem Features
  • UMTS
  • EDGE
  • GPRS
  • HSPA+
  • LTE
WiFi Speed
  • a
  • b
  • g
  • n
WiFi Features
  • Dual-band
  • Hotspot
  • WiFi Direct
Bluetooth VersionBluetooth 4.2
Bluetooth Features
  • A2DP
  • AVRCP
  • DIP
  • HFP
  • HID
  • HSP
  • MAP
  • OPP
  • PAN
  • PBAP/PAB
NFC Features
  • NFC Supported
Connector TypeMicro USB
Connector Features
  • USB 2.0
  • USB OTG
Sim Card 0
NameSIM0
SIM TypeNano SIM
Sim Card 1
NameSIM1
SIM TypeNano SIM
Multimedia
Audio Features
  • Loudspeaker
  • FM Radio
  • 3.5mm Port
Audio Formats
  • AAC
  • 3GA
  • AMR
  • RA
  • FLAC
  • M4A
  • MID
  • MIDI
  • MP3
  • OGA
  • OGG
  • WMA
  • WAV
Video Formats
  • MPEG-4
  • MP4
Sensors
  • Proximity
  • Accelerometer
  • Compass
  • Gyroscope
  • Fingerprint
  • GPS
  • A-GPS
  • GLONASS
  • BeiDou

Galaxy J8 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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The last time we checked, the Galaxy J8 was retailing at around $225 online. Things may have changed a bit since.
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No. the Galaxy J8 has not been rated as water-proof as we do not have an IP-Rating.
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Yes, the Galaxy J8 is known to have two-SIM version(s), however it may change with the network operator.
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No, the Galaxy J8 1480x720 screen resolution is not 4K.
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No, the Galaxy J8 is not compatible with Wireless Charging.
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No, the Galaxy J8 does not support Qi Wireless Charging.
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Yes, the Galaxy J8 is a 4G smartphone that is rated 4G LTE CAT6 (301 Mbps).
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No, the Galaxy J8 does not work on 5G NR networks.
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No, the Galaxy J8 is not a USB-C handset.
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No, the Galaxy J8's battery cannot be removed.

Samsung Galaxy J8 Specs & Speed Benchmarks

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