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Apple iPhone 8 (64GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:4.7 inchesMain camera megapixels:12 MP

Apple iPhone 8 (64GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Apple iPhone 8 (64GB)
5.5/10

Overall score

Score
5.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

90%

5.1

Technical score

10%

8.5

User score

â–¼Worse than 95% of smartphones
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

70%

5.5

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 88%
5.1

Technical score

Technical score
5.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

25%

4.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.2

Camera

15%

3.7

Display

15%

4.7

Battery

10%

5.2

Software

10%

6.1

Connectivity

4%

4.4

Audio

3%

6.9

Design

â–¼Worse than 97%
8.5

User score

User score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 80% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

7.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 80%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Apple iPhone 8 (64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components:

25%

4.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.2

Camera

15%

3.7

Display

15%

4.7

Battery

10%

5.2

Software

10%

6.1

Connectivity

4%

4.4

Audio

3%

6.9

Design

5.1
User score
User score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 80% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

7.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.5
Popularity
Popularity
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 68% of models
Popularity:
Apple iPhone 8 (64GB) has a popularity of 7.4 points, which is higher than 68.4% of smartphones.
7.4
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components:

70%

5.5

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

6.8
Brand name
Apple
Processor model
Apple A11 Bionic
This smartphone uses the Apple A11 Bionic processor which is faster than processors in 53.2% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
2 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 2 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 98.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Internal storage
64 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 64 GB which is smaller than the storage of 89.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.9% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.53 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.53 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 56.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
iOS
This smartphone uses the iOS operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
iOS 11
Android version
?
Direct OS updates
yes
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
no
This smartphone does not use an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
no
This smartphone does not offer dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
no
This smartphone does not include a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
12 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 12 MP which is lower than that of 97.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 which is narrower than that of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
17.9 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 17.9 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 93% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.22 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.22 µm which is larger than in 88.8% of smartphones and equal to the size in 3% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 1 SIM slots, which is fewer than in 96.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 3.7% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
4.7 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 4.7 inches which is smaller than the screens of 99.3% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
750x 1334 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 750x1334 px which is lower than that of 98.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
326 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 326 ppi which is lower than that of 76.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
1,821 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 1,821 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 99.9% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 18 W which is slower than in 76% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 11.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
138.4 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 138.4 mm which is shorter than 99% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
67.3 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 67.3 mm which is narrower than 99% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.3 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.3 mm which is thinner than 94.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Weight
148 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 148 g which is lighter than 98.8% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
64,722 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 64,722 cm³ which is smaller than 99.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Apple iPhone 8 (64GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • 0.42 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.22 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 8x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (8192 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • 2x cheaper
    Apple iPhone 8 (64GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£130 vs £260).
    £130 vs £260
  • 6.4% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Apple iPhone 8
    the average smartphone
    Apple iPhone 8 (64GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.51 vs 8.000).
    8.51 vs 8
  • 35.4% more popular
    Apple iPhone 8 (64GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.36 vs 5.4).
    7.36 vs 5.44
  • 8x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (8192 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 12.2% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1066 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,066 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.53 GHz & 4x1.42 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.53 GHz & 4x1.42 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 5.4% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.53 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 33.2% higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (34.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    34.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 9.8% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,034 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,034 vs 942
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This smartphone supports AirPlay, the average smartphone does not. 2.3% of smartphones are AirPlay compatible.
  • Supports Shareplay
    This smartphone supports SharePlay, the average smartphone does not. 2.1% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.42 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.22 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 24.6% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (148 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    148 g vs 196.2 g
  • 8.7 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (67.3 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    67.3 mm vs 76 mm
  • 25.2 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (138.4 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    138.4 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.3 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.3 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1 m vs 0 m
  • 33.8% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (64722 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    64,722 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 256 GB
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (66 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    66 vs 99.5
  • 2.33x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (14 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    14 nm vs 6 nm
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 8.3% worse value for money
    Apple iPhone 8 (64GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.77 vs 7.3).
    6.77 vs 7.34
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 256 GB
  • 2.33x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (14 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    14 nm vs 6 nm
  • 6 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (2 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 8 GB
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 78.6% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (3 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 14 GB
  • 58.3% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (4300 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    4,300 million vs 10,300 million
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Apple A11 Bionic vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Apple A11 Bionic vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This smartphone supports fewer CPU threads than the average smartphone (6 vs 8). The average smartphone supports 8 threads.
    6 vs 8
  • 41.3% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,486 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,486 vs 2,533
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 27.2% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (893 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    893 vs 1,226
  • 25% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (192 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    192 vs 256
  • 5.7% lower PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark score than the average smartphone (4,137 vs 4,389). The average smartphone scores 4,389 in PassMark.
    4,137 vs 4,389
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • Lacks dark mode
    This smartphone does not support dark mode, the average smartphone does. 95.8% of smartphones have dark mode.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No theme customization
    This smartphone does not support theme customization, the average smartphone does. 91% of smartphones allow theme customization.
  • No offline voice commands
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • Lacks multi-user mode
    User score
    8.5/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Apple iPhone 8
    the average smartphone
    Apple iPhone 8 (64GB) does not support multi-user mode, the average smartphone does. 96.4% of smartphones allow multiple user profiles.
  • No split-screen support
    This smartphone does not support split-screen, the average smartphone does. %^^ of smartphones allow split-screen multitasking.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This smartphone does not support Picture-in-Picture (PiP), the average smartphone does. 97.9% of smartphones offer PiP mode.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Runs closed-source/proprietary OS only
    This smartphone does not use an open-source OS, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones use open-source systems.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 44.1% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (17.9 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    17.9 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Single-lens main camera
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (7 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    7 MP vs 16 MP
  • 23.3% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (92 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    92 vs 120
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • Lacks USB Type-C
    This smartphone lacks a USB Type-C port, the average smartphone includes one. 96.9% of smartphones use USB Type-C.
  • 1 fewer SIM slot/s
    This smartphone has fewer SIM slots than the average smartphone (1 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 SIM slots.
    1 vs 2
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 1.97 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (4.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    4.7 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (750x1334 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    750x1334 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 17.5% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (326 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    326 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a lower contrast ratio than the average smartphone (1400:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone has a contrast ratio of 1000000:1.
    1,400:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 375 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (625 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    625 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 5.3% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (625 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    625 nits vs 660 nits
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (66 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    66 vs 99.5
  • 63.6% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (1821 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    1,821 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 W vs 33 W
  • No ultra power-saving mode
    This smartphone does not have an ultra power-saving mode, the average smartphone does. 93.8% of smartphones include ultra power-saving.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 17.5% lower French repairability index
    This smartphone has a lower French repairability index than the average smartphone (6.6 vs 8). The average smartphone scores 8.
    6.6 vs 8
  • 7 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2017 vs 2024). 7.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    September 2017
    2017 vs 2024
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    United States vs China

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19/09/2017
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time.com
19/09/2017
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wired.com
19/09/2017
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cnet.com
19/09/2017
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techadvisor.com
15/07/2019
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consumerreports.org
13/10/2017
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trustedreviews.com
27/09/2019
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t3.com
05/09/2022
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theguardian.com
29/09/2017
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iPhone 8 review: so this is what good battery life feels like
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pcmag.com
27/09/2017
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techradar.com
07/06/2021
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cnet.com
12/09/2018
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theverge.com
19/09/2017
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tweakers.net
23/09/2017
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techzine.nl
20/10/2017
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16/10/2017
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iphoned.nl
13/12/2019
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techzine.nl
20/10/2017
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07/11/2017
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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Apple iPhone 8 (64GB)

  • Compact and lightweight design that is easy to use with one hand
  • First iPhone model to support convenient Qi wireless charging
  • Solid performance for everyday tasks powered by the A11 Bionic chip
  • Reliable 12MP rear camera that performs well in good lighting and supports 4K video
  • Retina HD display with True Tone technology for better color accuracy in different environments
  • Includes a physical Home button with fast and reliable Touch ID fingerprint sensor
  • Durable build quality with IP67 water and dust resistance

What we don't like about Apple iPhone 8 (64GB)

  • Outdated aesthetic with large bezels compared to modern edge-to-edge displays
  • Small battery capacity that often requires mid-day charging with moderate to heavy use
  • Lack of a dedicated headphone jack, requiring an adapter or Bluetooth
  • No longer supports the latest iOS updates (stopped at iOS 16), leading to future app compatibility issues
  • Single rear camera lacks modern features like Optical Zoom, Portrait Mode, or Night Mode
  • Glass back is more fragile than previous metal designs and can be a 'fingerprint magnet'
  • Fast charging is supported but requires a separate USB-C power adapter not included in the box

Verdict

The Apple iPhone 8 (2GB + 64GB model) is a durable smartphone featuring an A11 Bionic chip and a classic 4.7-inch Retina HD LCD display. Its main pros include the continued presence of the physical home button with reliable Touch ID, wireless charging capability, and a capable 12MP single-lens rear camera system that records 4K video. A significant con is the aging design with thick bezels, which some may find dated compared to modern edge-to-edge displays, along with the relatively small 1821mAh battery capacity and limited 2GB RAM.

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