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Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos phone review — specs and Genze score

Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos Specifications

Versions: A800F (Global); A800Y (Asia)

Samsung

Released 2015, Aug 15

2 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm) - A800Y Exynos 5430 Octa (20 nm) - A800F

  • 151g, 5.9mm thickness
  • Android 5.1, up to 6.0
  • 32GB storage, microSDXC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 6
Display 6.7
Performance 4.1
Camera 3.9
Body 5.2
Gaming 5.3
Software 4.4
Connectivity 1.6
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
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Genze total: 5/10

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Quick specifications

5.7"

1080x1920 pixels

16MP

1080p

2GB RAM

Snapdragon 615

3050mAh

Score breakdown

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5 /10
Performance 4.1/10
Battery 6/10
Display 6.7/10
Camera 3.9/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 5.3/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 1.6/10
Sensors 7.2/10
1.80 GHz BT 4.1 2015

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - A800F, A800Y
4G bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 40 - A800F
??? 3, 8, 28 - A800Y
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps
Announced 2015, August. Released 2015, August
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 158 x 76.8 x 5.9 mm (6.22 x 3.02 x 0.23 in)
Weight 151 g (5.33 oz)
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Type Super AMOLED
Size 5.7 inches, 89.6 cm2 (~73.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~386 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 4
OS Android 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm) - A800Y
Exynos 5430 Octa (20 nm) - A800F
CPU Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.3 GHz Cortex-A53) - A800Y
Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A15 & 4x1.3 GHz Cortex-A7) - A800F
GPU Adreno 405 - A800Y
Mali-T628 MP6 - A800F
Card slot microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 32GB 2GB RAM
??? eMMC 5.0 or eMMC 4.5
Single 16 MP, f/1.9, 31mm (standard), AF
Features LED flash, panorama, HDR
Video 1080p@30fps
Single 5 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide)
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (market dependant)
NFC No
Radio FM radio, RDS, recording
USB microUSB 2.0
Sensors Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
??? ANT+
Type Li-Ion 3050 mAh, non-removable
Talk time Up to 17 h (3G)
Music play Up to 51 h
Colors Pearl White, Midnight Black, Champagne Gold
Models SM-A8000, SM-A800F, SM-A800Y, SM-A800I, SM-A800IZ, SM-A800S, SM-A800YZ
SAR EU 0.32 W/kg (head) 0.55 W/kg (body)
Price About 280 EUR
Performance Basemark OS II 2.0: 1089
Basemark X: 8838
Display Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 3.859 (sunlight)
Loudspeaker Voice 66dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 75dB
Audio quality Noise -89.3dB / Crosstalk -53.8dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 98h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos worth buying in 2026?

Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos good for gaming?

Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos scores 53/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos?

Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos has a 3,050 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos have?

Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos features a 5.70-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos have?

Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos is available with 2 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos?

Genze rates Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos 5/10 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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