Samsung Galaxy S8 Active
$0
Overview
Samsung Galaxy S8 Active is a budget Android smartphone released in 2017 with a 5.8-inch Super AMOLED, HDR10, Snapdragon 835 chipset, 12 main camera, and 4000 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 S8 Active
The display of Samsung Galaxy S8 Active measures 5.8 inches with Super AMOLED, HDR10 technology. Peak brightness reaches 1000 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1440x2960 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Samsung Galaxy S8 Active features 1 rear cameras: 12 main. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Samsung Galaxy S8 Active has 4000mAh capacity with 15 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 15. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Samsung Galaxy S8 Active is powered by the Snapdragon 835 chipset with Adreno 540 GPU.
The memory of Samsung Galaxy S8 Active offers 4GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 64GB 4GB RAM. Storage can be expanded via microSD card.
The connectivity of Samsung Galaxy S8 Active includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, and Bluetooth 5.1. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Samsung Galaxy S8 Active weighs 208.1g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68. Dimensions measure 151.9 x 74.9 x 9.9 mm (5.98 x 2.95 x 0.39 in).
The software of Samsung Galaxy S8 Active runs Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), One UI with One UI. Software support extends 3 years through 2029.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Samsung Galaxy S8 Active
Samsung Galaxy S8 Active has a 12 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, Samsung Galaxy S8 Active is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 835 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
Samsung Galaxy S8 Active receives 3 years of updates through 2029. This provides solid software support for the device's lifespan.
Yes, Samsung Galaxy S8 Active is water resistant with IP68 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
Samsung Galaxy S8 Active has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Samsung Galaxy S8 Active at $0 is a budget device offering Snapdragon 835. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Samsung Galaxy S8 Active supports 15 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 15.
Samsung Galaxy S8 Active is available in 64GB storage options. Storage can be expanded via microSD card for additional capacity.
Samsung Galaxy S8 Active has a 5.8-inch Super AMOLED, HDR10 with 60Hz refresh rate and 1000 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy S8 Active 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
5.8"
Main Camera
12
Chipset
Snapdragon 835
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - AT&T |
| 4G LTE Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - AT&T |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | dual-standby |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2017 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | N/A |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 151.9 x 74.9 x 9.9 mm (5.98 x 2.95 x 0.39 in) |
| Weight (g) | 208.1 |
| Build Materials | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Meteor Gray", "Tungsten Gold"] |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
| Rugged Certifications | MIL-STD-810G |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | graphite-sheet |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | Super AMOLED, HDR10 |
| Size (inches) | 5.8 |
| Resolution (px) | 1440x2960 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:5 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 233 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 75.0 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 240 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 1000 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), One UI |
| Update Policy | 3 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 835 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo) |
| GPU | Adreno 540 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 3 TOPS |
| ISP Features | dual-pixel-pdaf |
| Modem | snapdragon-x16 |
| 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 | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Storage Type | 64GB 4GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | u3 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | file-based |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 12 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.55 |
| Main Sensor Model | S5K2L2 |
| Main Lens | f/1.7, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | dual-pixel-pdaf |
| Pixel Binning | 4-in-1 |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | h.264,h.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@240fps |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | N/A |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.6 |
| Aperture | f/1.7 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Voice 70dB / Noise 74dB / Ring 78dB |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 3 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac,aptx,aptx-hd |
| DAC/Amp | 32-bit/384khz |
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 |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Rear-mounted |
| 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 | heart-rate-monitor |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4000 |
| Type | Li-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 15 |
| Wired Standard | QC2 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | 15 |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 15w-charger |
| Battery Health Features | adaptive-charging |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), One UI |
| Update Window | 3 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | One UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | secure-folder |
| Accessibility | talkback,high-contrast |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone,charger,usb-cable,sim-ejector,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!
Samsung Galaxy S8 Active Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Samsung Galaxy S8 Active covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 835 chipset for smooth performance
- + Wireless charging support
- - Camera performance is average
- - Battery life could be better