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Samsung Galaxy On8
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Samsung Galaxy On8

Released: 2016, September. Released 2016, OctoberPrice: About 200 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
CPUOcta-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T720MP2
NFCYes
SAR0.22 W/kg (head)
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size5.5 inches, 83.4 cm, 2, (~72.3% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper AMOLED
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandSamsung
ModelSamsung Galaxy On8
PriceAbout 200 EUR
RadioFM radio, RDS, recording
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
VideoN/A
ColorsWhite, Black, Gold
ModelsSM-J710FN
SAR EU0.47 W/kg (head) 1.78 W/kg (body)
Single5 MP, f/1.9
StatusDiscontinued
Weight169 g (5.96 oz)
ChipsetExynos 7580 Octa (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 40
FeaturesLED flash
Internal16GB 3GB RAM
Released2016, September. Released 2016, October
Announced2016, September. Released 2016, October
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 17 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions151.7 x 76 x 7.8 mm (5.97 x 2.99 x 0.31 in)
Music playUp to 82 h
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Samsung Galaxy On8 Overview

About Samsung Galaxy On8 Samsung Galaxy On8 is a discontinued device from Samsung's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2016. Samsung Galaxy On8 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 3GB RAM with Exynos 7580 Octa (28 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 On8 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 On8?

The Samsung Galaxy On8 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 On8 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 On8 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Samsung Galaxy On8 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Samsung Galaxy On8 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Samsung Galaxy On8.