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Apple iPhone 8 phone review — specs and Genze score

Apple iPhone 8 Specifications

Versions: A1863 (USA, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand, China) A1905 (EMEA, UAE, LATAM, Canada, USA - AT&T/T-Mobile, Singapore); A1906 (Japan)

Apple

Released 2017, Sep 12

2 GB RAM · Apple A11 Bionic (10 nm)

  • 148g, 7.3mm thickness
  • iOS 11, up to iOS 16.7.12
  • 64GB/128GB/256GB storage, no card slot

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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).

Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 3.6
Display 4.5
Performance 3.8
Camera 6.7
Body 6.6
Gaming 4.1
Software 9.7
Connectivity 2.5
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 5.1/10

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Quick specifications

4.7"

750x1334 pixels

12MP

2160p

2GB RAM

Apple A11 Bionic

1821mAh

15W5W

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5.1 /10
Performance 3.8/10
Battery 3.6/10
Display 4.5/10
Camera 6.7/10
Body 6.6/10
Gaming 4.1/10
Software 9.7/10
Connectivity 2.5/10
Sensors 7.2/10
10 nm BT 5.0 2017

Updates 7 yr · No bloatware/ads

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
Announced 2017, September 12. Released 2017, September 22
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm (5.45 x 2.65 x 0.29 in)
Weight 148 g (5.22 oz)
Build Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM
??? IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)

Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified)
Type Retina IPS LCD, 625 nits (typ)
Size 4.7 inches, 60.9 cm2 (~65.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 750 x 1334 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~326 ppi density)
Protection Ion-strengthened glass
??? 3D Touch display & home button
OS iOS 11, up to iOS 16.7.12
Chipset Apple A11 Bionic (10 nm)
CPU Hexa-core (2x Monsoon + 4x Mistral)
GPU Apple GPU (three-core graphics)
Card slot No
Internal 64GB 2GB RAM, 128GB 2GB RAM, 256GB 2GB RAM
??? NVMe
Single 12 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), PDAF, OIS
Features Quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR
Video 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps
Single 7 MP, f/2.2
Features Face detection, HDR, panorama
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack No
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB Lightning, USB 2.0
Sensors Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Type Li-Ion 1821 mAh, non-removable (6.96 Wh)
Charging 15W wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min

Wireless (Qi)
Talk time Up to 14 h (3G)
Colors Silver, Space Gray, Gold, Red
Models A1863, A1905, A1906, A1907, iPhone10,1, iPhone10,4
SAR 1.32 W/kg (head) 1.36 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 1.19 W/kg (head) 1.17 W/kg (body)
Price About 210 EUR
Performance AnTuTu: 237594 (v7)

GeekBench: 10214 (v4.4)

GFXBench: 20fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display Contrast ratio: 1395:1 (nominal), 3.957 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 71dB / Noise 77dB / Ring 80dB
Audio quality Noise -93.5dB / Crosstalk -80.4dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 66h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Apple iPhone 8 worth buying in 2026?

Apple iPhone 8 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.1/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

What is the battery capacity of Apple iPhone 8?

Apple iPhone 8 has a 1,821 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Apple iPhone 8 have?

Apple iPhone 8 features a 4.70-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

Is Apple iPhone 8 water resistant?

Apple iPhone 8 is rated IP67. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.

How much RAM does Apple iPhone 8 have?

Apple iPhone 8 is available with 2 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Apple iPhone 8?

Genze rates Apple iPhone 8 5.1/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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