{"id":120058,"date":"2017-08-20T15:30:27","date_gmt":"2017-08-20T13:30:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mygaming.co.za\/news\/?p=120058"},"modified":"2017-08-18T14:01:35","modified_gmt":"2017-08-18T12:01:35","slug":"nokia-8-vs-galaxy-s8-vs-iphone-7-specifications-and-pricing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mygaming.co.za\/news\/mobile\/120058-nokia-8-vs-galaxy-s8-vs-iphone-7-specifications-and-pricing","title":{"rendered":"Nokia 8 vs Galaxy S8 vs iPhone 7 – Specifications and pricing"},"content":{"rendered":"

Nokia is once again taking on the big players in the smartphone market, recently launching the\u00a0Nokia 8<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Nokia 8 runs on Android 7.1 and boasts powerful hardware inside a stylish aluminium chassis.<\/p>\n

The phone is made by HMD Global, which has already released the Nokia 3, Nokia 5, and Nokia 6 in South Africa.<\/p>\n

Nokia\u2019s new device is set to compete against high-end devices like the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Apple iPhone 7, and we have compared the specifications, features, and pricing of the three flagship devices.<\/p>\n

Specifications<\/h3>\n

The Nokia\u2019s unique camera hardware sets it video and picture quality apart from the Galaxy S8 and iPhone 7, although its \u201cstandard\u201d LCD display is surpassed by Samsung\u2019s bezel-less AMOLED screen on the Galaxy S8.<\/p>\n

Despite Apple removing the 3.5mm audio jack from its smartphone design, it remains in other flagship devices \u2013 including the Nokia 8.<\/p>\n

The specifications for the Nokia 8, Samsung Galaxy S8, and iPhone 7 are below.<\/p>\n

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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Specifications<\/th>\nNokia 8<\/th>\nGalaxy S8<\/th>\niPhone 7<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
OS<\/strong><\/td>\nAndroid 7.1<\/td>\nAndroid 7.1<\/td>\niOS 10.3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dimensions<\/strong><\/td>\n151.3 x 73.7 x 7.9 mm<\/td>\n148.9 x 68.1 x 8 mm<\/td>\n138.3 x 67.1 x 7.1 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Display<\/strong><\/td>\n5.3-inch 2,560 x 1,440 LCD<\/td>\n5.8-inch 2,960 x 1,440 OLED<\/td>\n4.7-inch 1,334 x 750 LCD<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Processor<\/strong><\/td>\nSnapdragon 835<\/td>\nExynos 8895 Octa<\/td>\nApple A10 Fusion<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
RAM<\/strong><\/td>\n6GB\/4GB<\/td>\n4GB<\/td>\n2GB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Storage<\/strong><\/td>\n128GB\/64GB, microSD<\/td>\n64GB, microSD<\/td>\n256GB\/128GB\/32GB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Main Camera<\/strong><\/td>\n13MP Dual<\/td>\n12MP<\/td>\n12MP<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Front Camera<\/strong><\/td>\n13MP<\/td>\n8MP<\/td>\n7MP<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Durability<\/strong><\/td>\nIP54<\/td>\nIP68<\/td>\nIP67<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Connectivity<\/strong><\/td>\nWi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB Type-C, 3.5mm jack<\/td>\nWi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB Type-C, 3.5mm jack<\/td>\nWi-Fi, Bluetooth, Lightning connector<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Network<\/strong><\/td>\nLTE<\/td>\nLTE<\/td>\nLTE<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Battery<\/strong><\/td>\n3,090mAh<\/td>\n3,000mAh<\/td>\n1,960mAh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Features and Pricing<\/h3>\n

While the devices are relatively similar in terms of hardware, processing power, and design, they each have unique features which set them apart.<\/p>\n

The Nokia 8 can simultaneously record with its rear camera and front camera, and has a dedicated livestream button which allows users to stream their video to social media.<\/p>\n

The device also allows for the recording of 360-degree spatial surround sound thanks to its three embedded microphones and OZO Audio.<\/p>\n

Samsung\u2019s Galaxy S8 also offers a great camera setup, but its most appealing design feature is its Infinity display.<\/p>\n

Perfect for consuming media and optimising screen real estate, the device\u2019s AMOLED display offers a wide aspect ratio and high contrast ratios.<\/p>\n

The iPhone 7 is extremely popular among Apple fans and integrates seamlessly with the company\u2019s ecosystem, while remaining light and powerful.<\/p>\n

The pricing for the three devices is below. South African pricing for the Nokia 8 has not yet been announced.<\/p>\n