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Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Price in Kenya

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Price in Kenya
KSh70,000.00
Brand: Samsung
Category: Samsung Galaxy Note Series
  • DISPLAY (6.3") 1440x2960 pixels
  • CAMERA 12 MP, f/1.7 - 8 MP, f/1.7
  • RAM 6 GB
  • BATTERY 3300 mAh
  • OS Android 7.1.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
  • CHIPSET Exynos 8895 (10 nm) - EMEA

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

7
  • BATTERY 6 / 10
  • CAMERA 7 / 10
  • CONNECTIVITY 7 / 10
  • DESIGN 7 / 10
  • DISPLAY 8 / 10
  • SOFTWARE 7 / 10
  • STORAGE 7 / 10

The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is a flagship smartphone that has made a significant impact in the Kenyan market. As one of the most advanced devices in Samsung’s lineup, the Note 8 offers a compelling combination of performance, features, and design. In this review, we’ll explore the key aspects of the Galaxy Note 8 and why it might be the right choice for you in Kenya.

Design and Display

The Galaxy Note 8 boasts a premium, sleek design with a metal frame and Gorilla Glass 5 on both the front and back. The phone measures 162.5 x 74.8 x 8.6 mm and weighs 195g, making it a relatively large and heavy device, but the build quality is exceptional.

The standout feature of the Note 8 is its stunning 6.3-inch Quad HD+ Super AMOLED display, which offers a resolution of 1440 x 2960 pixels and an aspect ratio of 18.5:9. The display is vibrant, with deep blacks and excellent color accuracy, providing an immersive viewing experience.

Performance and Functionality

Powering the Galaxy Note 8 is the Exynos 8895 chipset, an octa-core processor clocked at 2.3 GHz, paired with 6GB of RAM. This combination delivers impressive performance, ensuring smooth multitasking and seamless handling of demanding tasks, such as gaming and video editing.

One of the key features of the Note 8 is the S Pen stylus, which allows users to take notes, draw, and interact with the device in a more precise and intuitive manner. The S Pen offers a range of functionalities, including air commands, screen-off memos, and the ability to translate text and convert handwriting to digital text.

Camera and Battery Life

The Galaxy Note 8 boasts a dual-camera setup on the rear, consisting of a 12MP wide-angle lens and a 12MP telephoto lens. This setup enables impressive photography capabilities, including 2x optical zoom, portrait mode, and advanced image stabilization. The front-facing camera is an 8MP shooter, suitable for selfies and video calls.

In terms of battery life, the Note 8 is equipped with a 3,300mAh battery, which should provide a full day of usage for most users. The device also supports fast charging and wireless charging, ensuring convenient power management.

Pricing and Availability

In Kenya, the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is currently priced at around 550 EUR, which translates to approximately KES 70,000. While this places the Note 8 in the premium smartphone segment, it is a competitive price point for a flagship device with such advanced features and capabilities.

Conclusion

The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is a powerful and feature-rich flagship smartphone that has made its mark in the Kenyan market. With its stunning display, impressive performance, versatile camera system, and the added functionality of the S Pen, the Note 8 is a compelling choice for those seeking a premium Android experience. While the price tag may be on the higher end, the Note 8 delivers a well-rounded package that justifies its position as a top-tier smartphone.

Specs

NETWORK

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE

LAUNCH

Release Date 2017, August 23
Status Available. Released 2017, September

BODY

Dimensions 162.5 x 74.8 x 8.6 mm (6.40 x 2.94 x 0.34 in)
Weight 195 g (6.88 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
SIM Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)

DISPLAY

Type Super AMOLED, HDR10
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

PLATFORM

OS Android 7.1.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Chipset Exynos 8895 (10 nm) - EMEA
CPU Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Mongoose M2 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53) - EMEA
GPU Mali-G71 MP20 - EMEA

MEMORY

Card slot microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only
Internal 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM. - UFS 2.1

MAIN CAMERA

Back 12 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
Features LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@240fps, stereo sound rec., HDR, gyro-EIS

SELFIE CAMERA

Front 8 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.22µm, AF
Features Dual video call, Auto-HDR
Video 1440p@30fps

SOUND

Loudspeaker Yes. - 32-bit/384kHz audio, Tuned by AKG
3.5mm jack Yes

COMMS

WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 3.1

FEATURES

Sensors Iris scanner, fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate, SpO2

BATTERY

Type Li-Ion 3300 mAh, non-removable
Charging 15W wired, QC2 Wireless (Qi/PMA) (market dependent)

MISC

Models SM-N950F, SM-N950U, SM-N9500, SM-N950U1, SM-N950N, SM-N950W, SC-01K, SM-N950FD
Colors Midnight Black, Maple Gold, Orchid Gray, Deep Sea Blue, Star Pink

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