Galaxy S8+ 64GB (Black) Review
Snapdragon 835 · 64GB · Black
Specdex verdict The Galaxy S8+ 64GB (Black) scores 64/100 — entry-level capability with notable compromises; good for casual use but not the pick if you have flexibility on budget.
Samsung's Galaxy S8+ in 64GB Black — 2017 generation with Snapdragon 835.
Galaxy S8+ 64GB (Black) versus its closest rivals
- +Classic flagship pedigree
- +Long firmware tail
- +Competitive resale
- −No 5G on pre-2020 models
- −Aging ports/charging
- −Shorter update window
Who's the Galaxy S8+ 64GB (Black) for?
Quick verdicts for the most common buyer profiles, derived from the sub-scores above.
Compute scores trail current top-tier — look at our step-up alternatives below if performance is the priority.
Battery sub-score of 58 trails category leaders by a meaningful margin — see the “Best for Battery” lists.
Camera sub-score of 61 is below the photography-flagship tier — better picks live in our "best for photography" list.
Mid-tier pricing at $824 — review whether the score-per-dollar lines up against the cheaper alternatives we recommend.
In the box
What you get when you unbox the Galaxy S8+ 64GB (Black).
- Device
- USB-C cable
- SIM ejector tool
- Quick-start guide
- Brand sticker
Standard contents — region/SKU may vary; confirm at retailer.
Full score breakdown
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Specifications
Manufacturer-sourced where verifiable| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 835 |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage | 64GB |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Release year | 2017 |
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