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Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018)
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Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018)

Released: 2017, DecemberPrice: About 300 EURStatus: Available. Released 2018, January

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 7.1.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A73 & 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G71
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM, Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
Dual16 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm, 8 MP, f/1.9, 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Size6.0 inches, 91.4 cm, 2, (~75.5% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper AMOLED
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandSamsung
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
ModelSamsung Galaxy A8+ (2018)
PriceAbout 300 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat11 600/75 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsBlack, orchid grey, gold, blue
ModelsSM-A730F
SAR EU0.32 W/kg (head) 1.30 W/kg (body)
Single16 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8”, 1.12µm, PDAF
StatusAvailable. Released 2018, January
Weight191 g (6.74 oz)
ChipsetExynos 7885 (14 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66
Charging18W wired
FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Internal32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM
Released2017, December
Announced2017, December
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 23 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions159.9 x 75.7 x 8.3 mm (6.30 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
Music playUp to 73 h
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Resolution1080 x 2220 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~411 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) Overview

About Samsung Galaxy A8+ (2018) Samsung Galaxy A8+ (2018) is another flagship from Samsung's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2017. Samsung Galaxy A8+ (2018) has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM with Exynos 7885 (14 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018)?

The Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Samsung devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018).