See the bigger picture and communicate in a whole new way. With the Galaxy Note8 in your hand, bigger things are just waiting to happen.
Design
The Infinity Display that's larger than life
Infinity Display
6.3" screen
18.5:9 aspect ratio
More screen means more space to do great things. Go big with the Galaxy Note8's 6.3" screen. It's the largest ever screen on a Note device and it still fits easily in your hand.
*Infinity Display: a near bezel-less, full-frontal glass, edge-to-edge screen.
*Screen measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners.
Video of a total solar eclipse
S Pen
The S Pen. A whole new way to communicate.
Use the S Pen to express yourself in ways that make a difference. Draw your own emojis to show how you feel or write a message on a photo and send it as a handwritten note. Do things that matter with the S Pen.
*Image simulated for illustration purpose only.
Camera
Photos, clear and steady even in low light
Get crisp photos even when it's dark and it's difficult to keep your phone steady. The Galaxy Note8's dual camera has a wide-angle camera that comes with the great low-light capabilities that you've come to expect from Galaxy phones, while the telephoto camera gives you 2x optical zoom for you to capture the near and far. Both have optical image stabilization so you get steady shots even when zoomed in.
*Dual Pixel Sensor and F1.7 lens only on the wide-angle camera.
*Image taken with Galaxy Note8.
Performance
Do more with the high-performing phone
Whether you're downloading games or multitasking, it's fast and seamless on the Galaxy Note8 because the high-performing 10nm mobile processor and 6GB RAM make things run smoothly. Plus, with wireless charging, power is on your side.
*Wireless charger sold separately.
Phone+
Connect to a bigger world with Phone+
The Galaxy Note8 is your portal to a new world when connected to this range of devices and interfaces. It's a world where boundaries are pushed and barriers broken so you can see more, share more, and do a whole lot more—effortlessly.
*DeX Station, Gear VR with controller, and Gear 360 sold separately. Some Bixby features may not be available depending on country, region, or language.
Smart Switch
Switching to a phone designed for you. Smart.
Making the move can be a big step, but it doesn't have to be a hassle. Smart Switch makes it incredibly simple to move important stuff from your old phone to your new Galaxy Note8. With your contacts, settings, messages, and photos right where you need them, you can simply pick up where you left off.
*Availability of services may vary by device. USB connector is included in the box.
Accessories
Accessories made for people who choose Galaxy Note8
Choose from a carefully selected range of products that are designed to enhance the way you use your Galaxy Note8.
*Accessories sold separately.
Specifications
Design
Colors
Midnight Black Deepsea Blue Orchid Gray
Maple Gold
Dimensions & Weight
74.8 mm8.6 mm162.5 mmGalaxy Note8Dimensions: 162.5 x 74.8 x 8.6 mm Weight: 195 g
5.8 mm4.2 mm108.3 mmS PenDimensions: 108.3 x 5.8 x 4.2 mm
Weight: 2.8 g
Display
Galaxy Note86.3" Quad HD+ Super AMOLED (2960 x 1440) 521 ppi
*Infinity Display: a near bezel-less, full-frontal glass, edge-to-edge screen.
*Default resolution is Full HD+ and can be changed to Quad HD+ (WQHD+) in Settings.
*Screen measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners.
*User memory is less than the total memory due to storage of the operating system and software used to operate the device features. Actual user memory will vary depending on the operator and may change after software upgrades are performed.
*Some files may not be supported depending on codec used.
Bluetooth
Dual Audio: connect two Bluetooth devices to the Galaxy Note8 to play audio through the two devices simultaneously.
*The two connected devices may exhibit a slight difference in sound output.
Scalable Codec: Bluetooth connection is stable even with ambient radio frequency interferences.
*Available only for certain accessories made by Samsung.
Recording
Recording quality is improved with the High AOP Mic that mitigates distortion in noisy environments.
*AOP: Acoustic Overload Point
Bundled Earphones
Pure sound By AKG Hybrid canal type 2way Dynamic Unit
Video
Video Playback Formats
MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM
*Some files may not be supported depending on codec used.
TV Connection
Wireless: Smart View (Miracast 1080p at 30 fps, mirroring support available for devices supporting Google Cast)
With cable: supports DisplayPort over USB type-C. Supports video out when connecting via DisplayPort cable (DisplayPort 4K 60 fps)
Water Resistance
IP68
*Galaxy Note8 and S Pen are rated IP68, meaning they are both protected against dust ingress and are water resistant. Water resistance rating is based on test conditions of submersion in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes.
Battery
Battery capacity
3300mAh
Battery Life
MP3 playback (AOD on): up to 47 hrs
MP3 playback (AOD off): up to 74 hrs
Video playback: up to 16 hrs
Talk time: up to 22 hrs
Internet use (Wi-Fi): up to 14 hrs
Internet use (3G): up to 12 hrs
Internet use (4G): up to 13 hrs
*Data based on devices released in Europe. Actual results may vary depending on usage and environmental factors.
Charging
Fast Charging on wired and wireless Wireless charging compatible with WPC and PMA
Sensors & Buttons
Sensors
Iris sensor
Pressure sensor
Accelerometer
Barometer
Fingerprint sensor
Gyro sensor
Geomagnetic sensor
Hall sensor
HR sensor
Proximity sensor
RGB light sensor
Buttons
On/Off key
Volume key
Bixby key
Security
Authentication
Lock type: pattern, PIN, password
Biometrics lock type: Iris Scanner, Fingerprint Scanner, Face Recognition
Security
Knox protection: real-time device monitoring and protection
Virus, malware prevention (Powered by McAfee)
Secure Folder: a secure space on the device to keep content such as apps, photos, movies, and files private using either iris scanning or fingerprint scanning.
Payment
Credit & debit cards: supports MST/NFC
Membership cards
Gift cards
Transit cards
Reward point service
*Available in selected countries. Supported payment solutions and available features may vary by country.
Intelligence
Press the Bixby button to go to Bixby Home, or press and hold it to interact with Bixby using voice.
Talk
See
Recommend
Remind
*Some Bixby features may not be available depending on country, region, or language.
Choose from a variety of clock designs and information.
Clock: Digital clock, Analogue clock, World clock, and Edge clock (option to choose color and wallpaper.)
Active clock (with second hand)
Calendar
Image: select an image from Gallery or Smart Select and set it as wallpaper for the AOD screen.
Other settings: set custom text, date, battery level, app notifications, and song information.
Face Widgets
Experience different widgets on the AOD screen by double-tapping the clock area.
Pin to AOD
Pin text and images you wish to remember to the AOD screen. The pinned memo can be easily viewed or deleted.
You can pin a memo to the AOD screen using Reminder and Share via.
AOD Themes
Download AOD-exclusive themes from Theme Store.
Decorate your AOD screen with various themes.
Themes are sets of wallpaper, icons, and other design details available to download to the Galaxy Note8.
Accessibility
Accessibility Features
To continue making our technology accessible to everyone, Samsung has developed and applied a variety of technical solutions. With solutions for vision, hearing, dexterity, and interaction, people with disabilities can easily use technology and take advantage of new and exciting features.
Voice Assistant: screen reader for people who are blind or visually impaired
High contrast theme, font, and keyboard: get a higher contrast on the screen, text, and the keyboard
Magnifier window: enlarge part of the screen with magnified window
Magnifier widget: use the rear camera as a magnifying glass
Color adjustment: color correction setting for color vision deficiency
Sound detector: detects the sounds of the doorbell or a baby crying for hearing-impaired users
Flash notification: notify events such as calls, texts, and the alarm with rear camera flashes or blinks on the screen
Sound balance: adjust the left and right volume
Mono audio: switch from Stereo to Mono audio
Universal switch: set custom switches and use them to control the features on your phone
Assistant menu: allow better control of the device for people with reduced dexterity
Direction lock: substitute password or pattern with a directional combination to unlock the phone. The combination is set by swiping in a series of four to eight directions
Direct access: shortcut to accessing various accessibility features via hardware keys