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Samsung Galaxy Note8 Specifications
Versions: N950F (Single SIM: Europe, Australia); N950FD (Global Dual SIM: Europe, LATAM, Brazil; Australia); N950U/U1 (USA); N950W (Canada); N9500 (China); N950N (South Korea) Also known as Samsung Galaxy Note8 Duos with Dual SIM card slots.
Samsung
Released 2017, Aug 23
6 GB RAM · Exynos 8895 (10 nm) - EMEA Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm) - USA & China
- 195g, 8.6mm thickness
- Android 7.1.1, up to Android 9.0
- 64GB/128GB/256GB storage, microSDXC
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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 |
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| Battery | 6.5 | — |
| Display | 7.3 | — |
| Performance | 6.8 | — |
| Camera | 7.9 | — |
| Body | 6.8 | — |
| Gaming | 7 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 2.5 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
6.3"
1440x2960 pixels
12MP
2160p
6GB RAM
Exynos 8895
3300mAh
15W5W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) | |
| 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, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2017, August 23. Released 2017, September |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 162.5 x 74.8 x 8.6 mm (6.40 x 2.94 x 0.34 in) |
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| Weight | 195 g (6.88 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame | |
| SIM | ?? Nano-SIM ?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
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| ??? | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) Stylus |
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Display
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Type | Super AMOLED, HDR10 |
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| Size | 6.3 inches, 101.1 cm2 (~83.2% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1440 x 2960 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~521 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | |
| ??? | 3D Touch (home button only) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 7.1.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie) |
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| Chipset | Exynos 8895 (10 nm) - EMEA Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm) - USA & China |
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| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Mongoose M2 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53) - EMEA Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo) - USA & China |
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| GPU | Mali-G71 MP20 - EMEA Adreno 540 - USA & China |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only |
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| Internal | 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM | |
| ??? | UFS 2.1 |
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Main Camera
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Dual | 12 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4??m, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.6", 1.0??m, AF, OIS, 2x optical zoom |
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| Features | LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@240fps, stereo sound rec., HDR, gyro-EIS |
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Selfie camera
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Dual | 8 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.22??m, AF 2 MP (dedicated iris scanner camera) |
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| Features | HDR | |
| Video | 1440p@30fps |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| ??? | 32-bit/384kHz audio |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 |
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Features
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Sensors | Iris scanner, fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate, SpO2 |
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| ??? | Samsung DeX (desktop experience support) ANT+ Bixby natural language commands and dictation Samsung Pay (Visa, MasterCard certified) |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 3300 mAh, non-removable |
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| Charging | 15W wired, QC2 Wireless (Qi) (market dependent) |
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| Talk time | Up to 22 h (3G) | |
| Music play | Up to 74 h |
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Misc
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Colors | Midnight Black, Maple Gold, Orchid Gray, Deep Sea Blue, Star Pink |
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| Models | SM-N950F, SM-N950U, SM-N9500, SM-N950U1, SM-N950N, SM-N950W, SC-01K, SM-N950FD | |
| SAR | 0.61 W/kg (head) 0.56 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.17 W/kg (head) 1.29 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 500 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Performance | AnTuTu: 201065 (v7) GeekBench: 6784 (v4.4) GFXBench: 13fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
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| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 4.148(sunlight) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 67dB / Noise 69dB / Ring 71dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -92.5dB / Crosstalk -93.2dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 89h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Samsung Galaxy Note8 worth buying in 2026?
Samsung Galaxy Note8 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 6.6/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is Samsung Galaxy Note8 good for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy Note8 scores 70/100 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 Note8?
Samsung Galaxy Note8 has a 3,300 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Samsung Galaxy Note8 have?
Samsung Galaxy Note8 features a 6.30-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
Is Samsung Galaxy Note8 water resistant?
Samsung Galaxy Note8 is rated IP68. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.
How much RAM does Samsung Galaxy Note8 have?
Samsung Galaxy Note8 is available with 6 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Samsung Galaxy Note8?
Genze rates Samsung Galaxy Note8 6.6/10 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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