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Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (6GB + 64GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£870RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:6.3 inchesMain camera megapixels:12 MP & 12 MP

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (6GB + 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.

6.4

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components

90%

6.2

Technical score

10%

9.1

User score

â–¼Worse than 60% of smartphones
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

25%

5.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.3

Camera

15%

6.5

Display

15%

5.5

Battery

10%

6.0

Software

10%

7.2

Connectivity

4%

4.6

Audio

3%

7.5

Design

â–¼Worse than 67% of smartphones
9.1

User score

User score
9.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

9.4

Number of reviews

Based on 2,909 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
★Better than 93% of smartphones
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (6GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components:

25%

5.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.3

Camera

15%

6.5

Display

15%

5.5

Battery

10%

6.0

Software

10%

7.2

Connectivity

4%

4.6

Audio

3%

7.5

Design

6.2
User score
User score
9.1/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

9.4

Number of reviews

Based on 2,909 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
9.1
Popularity
Popularity
9.4/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 89% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (6GB + 64GB) has a popularity of 9.4 points, which is higher than 88.9% of smartphones.
9.4
Value for money
Value for money
6.3/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components:

60%

6.4

Overall score

40%

5.9

Price

6.3
Brand name
Samsung
Processor model
Snapdragon 835
Processor model
Snapdragon 835
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
This smartphone uses the Snapdragon 835 processor model which is slower than processors in 69.5% of smartphones.
Snapdragon 835 or Exynos 8,895
RAM capacity
6 GB
RAM capacity
6 GB
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 6 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.8% of smartphones.
Internal storage
64 GB
Internal storage
64 GB
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
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
2.3 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.3 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.3 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 63.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 7 Nougat
Android version
Android 7 Nougat
Android version
Android 7 Nougat
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 7 Nougat which is older than that found in 98.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 0.8% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
â–¼ Worse than 21% of models
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
12 MP & 12 MP
Main camera megapixels
12 MP & 12 MP
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 12 MP & 12 MP which is lower than that of 95.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.4
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.4
â–² Better than 80% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 79.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
23.5 mm²
Main camera sensor area
23.5 mm²
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 23.5 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 73.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.4 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.4 µm
★ Better than 93% of models
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.4 µm which is larger than in 92.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 4% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
5G connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.3 inches
Screen size
6.3 inches
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.3 inches which is smaller than the screens of 89% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.8% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1440x 2960 px
Screen resolution
1440x 2960 px
★ Better than 93% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x2960 px which is higher than that of 92.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Pixel density
521 ppi
Pixel density
521 ppi
★ Better than 96% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 521 ppi which is higher than that of 95.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
â–² Better than 41% of models
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Refresh rate
60 Hz
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
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
3,300 mAh
Battery capacity
3,300 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 3,300 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 95.6% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.6% of smartphones.
Charging speed
15 W
Charging speed
15 W
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 15 W which is slower than in 87.7% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 5.9% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
yes
Wireless charging
yes
â–² Better than 75% of models
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
Stereo speakers
no
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
â–² Better than 55% of models
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Number of microphones
3
â–² Better than 77% of models
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
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 34% of models
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
aptX Lossless
no
â–¼ Worse than 13% of models
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
162.5 mm
Height
162.5 mm
â–² Better than 63% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 162.5 mm which is shorter than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Width
74.8 mm
Width
74.8 mm
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.8 mm which is narrower than 72.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.6 mm
Thickness
8.6 mm
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.6 mm which is thicker than 65% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.9% of smartphones.
Weight
195 g
Weight
195 g
â–² Better than 53% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 195 g which is lighter than 52.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.9% of smartphones.
Device volume
95,904 cm³
Device volume
95,904 cm³
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 95,904 cm³ which is smaller than 57.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (6GB + 64GB) vs the average smartphone

246810TotalPerformance & HardwareSoftwareCameraConnectivityDisplayBatteryAudioDesign
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    2 x
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >3 x
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1440 x 2960 px
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2960 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2960 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    1.4 µm
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 31.9% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    521 ppi
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (521 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    521 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Wider front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/1.7
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/1.7 vs f/2.2
  • Supports ECC memory
    ECC memory support
    yes
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    This smartphone supports ECC memory, the average smartphone does not. 2.4% of smartphones support ECC.
  • 13.3% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 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
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Samsung Galaxy Note 8
    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (6GB + 64GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (9.06 vs 8.000).
    9.06 vs 8
  • 72.4% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (6GB + 64GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (9.38 vs 5.4).
    9.38 vs 5.44
  • Supports ECC memory
    ECC memory support
    yes
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    This smartphone supports ECC memory, the average smartphone does not. 2.4% of smartphones support ECC.
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    4 x 2.3 GHz & 4 x 1.7 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.3 GHz & 4x1.7 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.3 GHz & 4x1.7 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 16.4% higher memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    29.8 GB/s
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <13.41 GB/s – >76.6 GB/s
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (29.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    29.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Supports desktop mode
    Desktop mode
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    2 x
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >3 x
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 0.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    1.4 µm
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Wider front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/1.7
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/1.7 vs f/2.2
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    Multi-lens front camera
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    HDR10 video recording
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    Dual-tone LED flash
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.7 & f/2.4
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.7 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Has a heart rate monitor
    Heart rate monitor
    yes
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This smartphone features a heart rate monitor, the average smartphone does not. 4.9% of smartphones include a built-in heart rate sensor.
  • Newer USB version
    USB version
    3.1
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.1 vs 2.0
  • Supports ANT+
    ANT+
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This smartphone supports ANT+ technology, the average smartphone does not. 6% of smartphones are ANT+ compatible.
  • Has a barometer
    Barometer
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Has an iris scanner
    Iris scanner
    yes
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    This smartphone features an iris scanner, the average smartphone does not. 0.7% of smartphones include iris recognition.
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1440 x 2960 px
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2960 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2960 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 31.9% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    521 ppi
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (521 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    521 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports HDR10 support
    HDR10 support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    Always-on display
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    2000000:1
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (2000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    2,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Has a curved display
    Curved display
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 240 nits higher peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    1,240 nits
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1240 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,240 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 10.3% higher screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    728 nits
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (728 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    728 nits vs 660 nits
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    Number of microphones
    3
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    3.5 mm headphone jack
    yes
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Supports aptX
    aptX
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    Waterproof depth rating
    1.5 m
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <0 m – >2 m
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • Includes a stylus
    Stylus included
    yes
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    This smartphone includes a stylus, the average smartphone does not. 1.4% of smartphones come with a stylus.
  • 1.2 mm narrower
    Width
    74.8 mm
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.8 mm vs 76 mm
  • Better IP rating
    IP rating
    IP68
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 1.1 mm shorter
    Height
    162.5 mm
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (162.5 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    162.5 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    Snapdragon 835
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Snapdragon 835 or Exynos 8,895
    Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    60 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    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
    Internal storage
    64 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    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
    5G connectivity
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 42.5% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    546 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (546 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    546 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    12 MP & 12 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 34% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,300 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3300 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No stereo speakers
    Stereo speakers
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 3.35x more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (6GB + 64GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£870 vs £260).
    £870 vs £260
  • 16.7% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (6GB + 64GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.29 vs 7.3).
    6.29 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    Snapdragon 835
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Snapdragon 835 or Exynos 8,895
    Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 75% less storage
    Internal storage
    64 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    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
  • 42.5% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    546 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (546 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    546 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 71.4% lower maximum RAM capacity
    Maximum RAM
    4 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 14 GB
  • 66.7% larger process node
    Process node
    10 nm
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (10 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    10 nm vs 6 nm
  • 55.3% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    421
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <392 – >2.2k
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (421 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    421 vs 942
  • 2 GB less RAM
    RAM capacity
    6 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 8 GB
  • 32.1% slower memory speed
    Memory speed
    1,866 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1866 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    1,866 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 39.6% lower PassMark benchmark
    PassMark benchmark
    2,650
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <2.2k – >10.5k
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark score than the average smartphone (2,650 vs 4,389). The average smartphone scores 4,389 in PassMark.
    2,650 vs 4,389
  • 41.5% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    1,483
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,483 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,483 vs 2,533
  • 4.2% lower CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    2.3 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    Android version
    Android 7 Nougat
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 7 Nougat vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 7 Nougat vs Android 14
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    App tracking protection
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    Camera/mic privacy
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    Wi-Fi password sharing
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    App offloading
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    Instant markup
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    Scrolling screenshots
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    Play while downloading
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    12 MP & 12 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 26.6% smaller main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    23.5 mm²
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (23.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    23.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 21.7% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    DxOMark Mobile score
    94
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <89 – >153
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (94 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    94 vs 120
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    8 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • No manual focus mode
    Manual focus
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    This smartphone does not have a manual focus mode, the average smartphone does. 91.2% of smartphones offer manual focus.
  • No 5G connectivity
    5G connectivity
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.0
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    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
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    60 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    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
  • 0.37 inches inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    6.3 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.3 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 34% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,300 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3300 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 54.5% slower charging speed
    Charging speed
    15 W
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    15 W vs 33 W
  • 75% slower wireless charging speed
    Wireless charging speed
    5 W
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <10 W – >50 W
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (5 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    5 W vs 20 W
  • No stereo speakers
    Stereo speakers
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No aptX HD
    aptX HD
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 7 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2017
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    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
    Brand origin
    South Korea
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    South Korea vs China
  • 0.3 mm thicker
    Thickness
    8.6 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.6 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.6 mm vs 8.3 mm

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What we like about Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (6GB + 64GB)

  • Gorgeous 6.3-inch Super AMOLED Infinity Display with vibrant colors and high brightness
  • Highly versatile S Pen with improved sensitivity and features like Screen-off Memo and Live Message
  • Exceptional dual-camera system featuring 2x optical zoom and impressive 'Live Focus' bokeh effects
  • Fast and smooth performance powered by 6GB of RAM, excelling in multitasking
  • Premium, waterproof (IP68) build quality that feels solid and high-end
  • Useful productivity features like 'App Pair' for quick split-screen multitasking

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (6GB + 64GB)

  • High launch price (nearly $1,000), often seen as too expensive compared to the similar Galaxy S8+
  • Awkwardly placed fingerprint sensor that is difficult to reach and leads to camera lens smudges
  • Average battery life that some users found underwhelming for a large 'power' device
  • Large physical dimensions make it difficult to operate comfortably with one hand
  • Unreliable or finicky facial recognition and iris scanner in certain lighting conditions
  • Significant amount of pre-installed bloatware and complex software menus

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (6GB + 64GB) is a high-performance phablet featuring a stunning 6.3-inch Quad HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity Display, a powerful Exynos 8895 or Snapdragon 835 processor, and a dual 12MP rear camera system with dual Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). Its primary pros include the versatile, pressure-sensitive S Pen stylus for note-taking and navigation, an excellent camera system for detailed photos with bokeh effects, IP68 water/dust resistance, expandable storage via microSD, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and fast wired/wireless charging capabilities. Key cons noted by users include the awkward placement of the rear fingerprint sensor next to the camera, a relatively small 3,300 mAh battery that often only lasts a full day with moderate use, and the device's original high price point.

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