Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos
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Overview
Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5.7-inch Super AMOLED, Snapdragon 615 chipset, 16 main camera, and 3050 mAh battery.
The device runs One UI with features like Galaxy AI and Samsung DeX. Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos
The display of Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos measures 5.7 inches with Super AMOLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos features 1 rear cameras: 16 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos has 3050mAh capacity with 15 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 150 min minutes.
The performance of Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos is powered by the Snapdragon 615 chipset with Adreno 405 - A800YMali-T628 MP6 - A800F GPU.
The memory of Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos offers 2GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 32GB 2GB RAM. Storage can be expanded via microSD card.
The connectivity of Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, and Bluetooth 4.1.
The build of Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos weighs 151.0g with Aluminum frame and Glossy back. Dimensions measure 158 x 76.8 x 5.9 mm (6.22 x 3.02 x 0.23 in).
The software of Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos runs Android 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow) with One UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos
Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos with Snapdragon 615 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos has a 3050mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos supports 15 wired charging with full charge in approximately 150 min minutes.
Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos is available in 32GB storage options. Storage can be expanded via microSD card for additional capacity.
Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos has a 5.7-inch Super AMOLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.7"
Main Camera
16
Chipset
Snapdragon 615
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - A800F, A800Y |
| 4G LTE Bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 40 - A800F |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4g-lte-ca |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | N/A |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 158 x 76.8 x 5.9 mm (6.22 x 3.02 x 0.23 in) |
| Weight (g) | 151.0 |
| Build Materials | aluminum-frame-plastic-back |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glossy |
| Colors | ["Pearl White", "Midnight Black", "Champagne Gold"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | passive-cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | basic-haptics |
Display
| Panel Type | Super AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 5.7 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:4 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 143 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 73.8 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | s-rgb |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow) |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 615 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.3 GHz Cortex-A53) - A800YOcta-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A15 & 4x1.3 GHz Cortex-A7) - A800F |
| GPU | Adreno 405 - A800YMali-T628 MP6 - A800F |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | basic-image-processing |
| Modem | snapdragon-x5-lte |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | N/A |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 2GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.6-inch |
| Main Sensor Model | samsung-s5k3p3 |
| Main Lens | f/1.9, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | phase-detection |
| Pixel Binning | N/A |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | led-dual-tone |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | h-264-hevc |
| Slow Motion | 720p-120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | N/A |
| Sensor Size | 1/4.1-inch |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p-30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2d-biometrics |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Voice 66dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 75dB |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac-aptx |
| DAC/Amp | integrated-audio |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (market dependant) |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | N/A |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3050 |
| Type | Li-Ion 3050 mAh, non-removable |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 15 |
| Wired Standard | adaptive-fast-charging |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 90 min |
| Full Charge Time | 150 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 15w-charger |
| Battery Health Features | basic-charging-optimization |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow) |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | basic-game-mode |
| Privacy Features | basic-privacy |
| Accessibility | standard-accessibility |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone-charger-manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!