The Samsung Galaxy S8 & S8+ are now official, but what has changed over the previous generation? Well…they are more of a refinement of their best strengths and of course some inheritance to the late Galaxy Note 7.
Here is a side to side specifications difference of the old generation to the new one.
| Galaxy S8 & S8+ | Galaxy S7 & S7 Edge | |
| Size | 5.8-inch | 6.2-inch 18.5:9 Ratio | 5.1-inch | 5.5-inch 16:9 ratio |
| Resolution | 1440 x 2960 / 568 ppi | 1440 x 2560 / 577 ppi |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 |
Note: Galaxy S8 & S8+ are both curved screens as compared to the Galaxy S7’s flat screen.
| Galaxy S8 | Galaxy S7 | |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixel, f/1.7 Aperture | 12 Megapixel, f/1.7 Aperture |
| Front Camera | 8 Megapixel, f/1.7 Aperture, Auto-focus | 5 Megapixel, f/1.7 Aperture, Fixed-focus |
Other differences: The Galaxy S8 now features multi-frame capturing, it is now able to capture three shots in one click and merge them into one. This enhances the possibility to remove blurry shots and even better low light capabilities
The front camera is now also equipped with Auto-Focus with Samsung’s own sticker system for more fun interaction with the front cam. Up to 5 people can be detected by the front camera.
| Galaxy S8 & S8+ | Galaxy S7 | |
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 64-bit Octa-core CPU (4 ARM Cortex A53 1.6GHz + 4 Exynos M1 2.3Ghz) | Samsung Exynos 8890 64-bit Octa-core CPU (4 Cortex A53 1.6GHz + 4 Mongoose 2.3Ghz) |
| Graphics | Mali G71MP20 GPU | Mali T880MP12 GPU |
| RAM | 4GB RAM | 4GB RAM |
| Battery | Non-removable Li-Ion 3000mAh & 3,500mAh Battery | Non-removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh Battery |
| Internal Storage | 64GB default + Expandable | 32/64/128 GB + expandable |
| Water-proofing | IP 68 Certified | IP 68 Certified |
| Galaxy S8 | Galaxy S7 | |
| OS | Android 7.0 Nougat | Android 6.0 Marshmallow |
| Special Features | Bixby Virtual Assistant, Iris-scanner, Fast Wireless Charging, Fingerprint Scanner, Heart-rate sensor | Fast Wireless Charging, Fingerprint Scanner, Heart-rate sensor |
The Samsung Galaxy S8 & S8+ are a bit more expensive, but the well-thought upgrades still give them the advantage over other 2017 new flagships. Definitely a worthy competitor for this year’s best flagship device.
Galaxy S8 – 39,990 (as of March 29, 2017)
Galaxy S8+ – Php44,990 (as of March 29, 2017)
Galaxy S7 – Php34,990 (launched price)
Galaxy S7 Edge – Php39,990 (launched price)
Pre-order will start April 17-29, 2017 via all Samsung authorized dealers, Smart, and Globe. All who will pre-order will get a free wireless speaker bottle design worth Php5,099.
Postpaid pricing from Smart and Globe are yet to be announced as of March 29, 2017.
Also see: Samsung Galaxy S8 Official details
Check Also: Galaxy S8 First Impression Video
