Samsung Galaxy S8 vs Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus

Name: Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus
Brand: Samsung
Availability: InStock

Our Verdict: If you are choosing between Samsung Galaxy S8 and Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus, screen size is the main reason to lean one way. The Plus has a larger 6.2-inch screen and a larger 3,500 mAh battery; the regular S8 mainly responds with a sharper 568 PPI display and a lighter 155g body. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The Plus is the better fit for screen size, while the regular S8 is the one to consider for portability.

Buying outright, the S8 starts at £63 SIM-free.

Release Date

28 April 2017 28 April 2017

Expert Rating

4.5
12 reviews -

Screen

5.8" 6.2"

Display

Super AMOLED Super AMOLED

Resolution

2960 x 1440 2960 x 1440

Pixels Per Inch

568 531

Rear Camera

12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels

Front Camera

8 Megapixels 8 Megapixels

Chipset

Exynos 8995 Octa Exynos 8995 Octa

Battery

3,000 mAh 3,500 mAh

Storage

64GB 64GB

Android Android

SIM Type

Nano SIM Nano SIM

Connectivity

Up to 4G Up to 4G

Wi-Fi

802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac

Bluetooth

5.0 with LE, ANT+ 5.0 with LE, ANT+

Dimensions

148.9 x 68.1 x 8 mm 159.5 x 73.4 x 8.1 mm

Weight

155 grams 173 grams

Water Resistance

IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes

Contracts

- -

SIM-free

£63.00 £100.00

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	Samsung Galaxy S8	Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus
Release Date	28 April 2017	28 April 2017
Expert Rating	4.5 12 reviews	-
Screen	5.8"	6.2"
Display	Super AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Resolution	2960 x 1440	2960 x 1440
Pixels Per Inch	568	531
Rear Camera	12 Megapixels	12 Megapixels
Front Camera	8 Megapixels	8 Megapixels
Chipset	Exynos 8995 Octa	Exynos 8995 Octa
Battery	3,000 mAh	3,500 mAh
Storage	64GB	64GB
OS	Android	Android
SIM Type	Nano SIM	Nano SIM
Connectivity	Up to 4G	Up to 4G
Wi-Fi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth	5.0 with LE, ANT+	5.0 with LE, ANT+
Dimensions	148.9 x 68.1 x 8 mm	159.5 x 73.4 x 8.1 mm
Weight	155 grams	173 grams
Water Resistance	IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes	IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts	-	-
SIM-free	£63.00	£100.00
	Deals	Deals

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S8 or Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus?

The Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus has the bigger screen at 6.2" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S8's 5.8", the Samsung Galaxy S8 has the sharper display at 568 pixels per inch versus 531, and both use Super AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S8 or Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus?

The Samsung Galaxy S8 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus has a 12 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy S8 or Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus?

The Samsung Galaxy S8 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £63.00.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus?

The Samsung Galaxy S8 is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus comes in 64GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus use?

The Samsung Galaxy S8 is powered by the Exynos 8995 Octa, while the Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus uses the Exynos 8995 Octa.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S8 or Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus?

The Samsung Galaxy S8 is the more portable of the two: it's 18g lighter at 155 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 148.9 x 68.1 x 8 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S8 or Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus run?

Both phones run Android.