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The controversy surrounding the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus, the new versions of Apple's smartphone, continues. Before the release of the iPhone X, they received flagship status. Moreover, of the two new products, perhaps the more interesting is the iPhone 8 - precisely because the iPhone X with a 5.8″ display diagonal will clearly relegate the iPhone 8 Plus to the background, but the iPhone 8, even after the release of the iPhone X, will remain relevant as a compact model . So let's take a closer look at the pros and cons of the iPhone 8 and compare it with its immediate predecessor.
In general, the idea of releasing two flagships first, and then, just over a month later, an even cooler flagship, seems controversial. After all new iPhones are purchased primarily by enthusiasts, those who want to get the most modern technologies, the most fashionable design; those who like to feel at the peak of progress. But it’s more interesting for them iPhone model X. And those who approach the choice of a device more rationally are obviously not interested in the latest iPhone, since the previous generation models, which are not much inferior to them in terms of user qualities, can be bought much cheaper.
However, this concerns the iPhone 8 model to a lesser extent than the iPhone 8 Plus, since the “eight” will be the most advanced compact model in the Apple smartphone line for at least a year, and for those who want to get the most advanced characteristics, but at the same time prefers small devices, it’s worth paying attention to the iPhone 8.
Let's take a look at the device specifications.
Technical specifications of Apple iPhone 8
- SoC Apple A11 Bionic (6 cores, 2 of which are high-performance and operate at 2.1 GHz, and 4 are energy-efficient)
- Apple A11 Bionic GPU
- Apple M11 motion coprocessor including barometer, accelerometer, gyroscope and compass
- RAM 2 GB
- Flash memory 64/256 GB
- No memory card support
- Operating system iOS 11
- Touch display IPS, 4.7″, 1334×750 (326 ppi), capacitive, multi-touch, support for 3D Touch technologies and Taptic Engine response
- Cameras: front (7 MP, video 1080p 30 fps, 720p 240 fps) and rear (12 MP, video shooting 4K 60 fps and Full HD 240 fps)
- Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/ac (2.4 and 5 GHz; MIMO support)
- cellular: UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz); GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz), LTE Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, LTE Advanced support
- Bluetooth 5.0 A2DP LE
- Touch ID fingerprint scanner version 3
- NFC (only for Apple Pay)
- Supports Qi wireless charging
- Universal Lightning Connector
- Li-polymer battery 1821 mAh, non-removable
- GPS/A-GPS, Glonass, Galileo and QZSS
- Dimensions 138×67×7.3 mm
- Weight 148 g
For clarity, let's compare the characteristics of the new product with the iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone 7.
| Apple iPhone 8 Plus | Apple iPhone 7 | ||
| Screen | 4.7″, IPS, 1334×750, 326 ppi | 5.5″, IPS, 1920×1080, 401 ppi | 4.7″, IPS, 1334×750, 326 ppi |
| SoC (processor) | Apple A11 Bionic (6 cores, 2+4) | Apple A10 Fusion (4 cores, 2/2) | |
| Flash memory | 64/256 GB | 64/256 GB | 32/128/256 GB |
| Connectors | universal lightning connector | universal lightning connector | |
| Memory card support | No | No | No |
| RAM | 2 GB | 3 GB | 2 GB |
| Cameras | main (12 MP; video 4K 60 fps) and front (7 MP; shooting and transmitting Full HD video) | main (12 MP; video 4K 60 fps) with two lenses and front (7 MP; shooting and transmitting Full HD video) | main (12 MP; 4K video) and front (7 MP; shooting and transmitting Full HD video) |
| User identification sensors | Fingerprint's scanner | Fingerprint's scanner | Fingerprint's scanner |
| Housing protection | IP67 (water and dust protection) | IP67 (water and dust protection) | IP67 (water and dust protection) |
| Battery capacity (mAh) | 1821 | 2675 | 1960 |
| Wireless charger | yes, Qi standard | yes, Qi standard | No |
| operating system | Apple iOS 11 | Apple iOS 11 | Apple iOS 10 (upgrade to iOS 11 available) |
| Dimensions (mm)* | 138×67×7.3 | 158×78×7.5 | 138×67×7.1 |
| Weight (g)** | 148 | 202 | 138 |
| Average price (for version with minimum flash memory) | T-1732171388 | T-1732171530 | T-14206636 |
| Retail iPhone offers 8 (64 GB) | L-1732171388-10 | ||
| iPhone 8 (256GB) Retail Deals | L-1732187073-10 | ||
*according to manufacturer information
** our measurement
The differences, judging by the table, are relatively small. Firstly, both smartphones latest generation a new SoC and wireless charging (in addition to the usual one), secondly, the flash memory options of 32 and 128 GB have given way to a 64 GB option (the maximum 256 GB option remains unchanged). In addition, we can note the appearance of a 4K 60 fps shooting mode. However, many hardware and software improvements to the camera were not included in our standard list of characteristics, and even if we talk about them, we tested the devices in practice. This is what we will move on to.
Packaging and accessories
Design iPhone boxes 8 is similar to the previous model, except that the shadow in the image of the smartphone is intended to emphasize the main design feature: the back surface is made of glass.
Inside there is also nothing new: EarPods headphones with a Lightning connector, an adapter from Lightning to a minijack, leaflets, a charger (5 V 1 A), lightning cable, stickers and a key for removing the SIM card cradle.
Design
How much has the iPhone itself changed in appearance? We must admit that it is minimal. If you look at the smartphone from the front, you can’t see at all that this is not an iPhone 7. The main innovation, as already noted, is the glass back cover.
As we remember, the last version of the iPhone with a glass back was the iPhone 4S (and before it, the iPhone 4). And many users are still nostalgic for this decision. Now the iPhone again has a glass back surface, and we admit it’s beautiful.
At the same time, it cannot be said that the device has become more slippery; it is quite comfortable to hold in the hand. And overall it makes a pleasant impression. And an important point: thanks to the glass cover, the smartphone now supports wireless charging using the Qi standard. Own wireless charging Apple AirPower will be available only next year, but no one is stopping you from buying a charger third party manufacturer(prices for them start from about 1000 rubles in large chain stores).
Returning to the issue of changing the appearance, we have to admit that, alas, the glass surface is not enough to make the new iPhone feel like something truly advanced. Yes, a beautiful smartphone. But, firstly, as soon as you put on the case, all this splendor is hidden, and secondly, it’s hardly possible to amaze with the glass rear surface in 2017. And we saw everything else already in the iPhone 7.
The arrangement of connectors, buttons, camera, flash and other elements has not changed compared to the iPhone 7. The only new detail, besides the glass rear surface, is the mirrored apple. It also, I must admit, looks impressive. But, again, it’s hard to call this a serious innovation.
However, there is still one serious design change, and it relates not to the visual side, but to the sound side: we are talking about redesigned speakers. Apple says the speakers are 25% louder. It's difficult to say whether this figure is correct, but indeed, even in comparison with the iPhone 7 Plus increase You can feel the volume when playing music through your smartphone's speakers.
But what’s more important is not the volume itself, but the improved sound quality. For comparison, we played Massive Attack's The Spoils on the iPhone 8 and iPhone 7 Plus. It is difficult for a smartphone for two reasons: firstly, because of the deep bass beat, and secondly, because of the bright female vocals. On iPhone 7 Plus, listen to this song on maximum volume It’s just unpleasant: the noise, wheezing, and sound distortion are so strong that it cannot bring pleasure. Moreover, not only the beat is distorted, but also the voice. Whereas on the iPhone 8 the voice sounds much clearer, and the bass, although it does not become richer, still does not drown in noise.
It is clear that the example with the Massive Attack composition is radical: after all, even on the iPhone 8, such tracks do not sound good enough to be enjoyable. But at least it’s not as bad as before, and the very fact of progress in this direction is very encouraging. iPhone 8 can be used to play audiobooks, some quiet ones background music and, of course, speakerphone, and he will cope with this much better than his predecessor.
Summarizing our impressions of the design of the iPhone 8, let's say that the most interesting thing here is not even the glass cover and wireless charging (in fact, in the camp of Android smartphones these features have been found at every turn for several years now), but the significantly improved speaker, which did not affect the this depends on the dimensions and other design qualities.
By the way, the fact that the iPhone 8 has almost the same dimensions as its predecessor and a similar arrangement of all elements is a big plus for lovers of cases. You don’t have to buy them again if you previously had an iPhone 7. But, on the other hand, this is a minus for those who like to casually show off a new smartphone. With a case, the iPhone 8 will be completely impossible to distinguish from the iPhone 7, even for very well-versed people, and without the case, the difference lies only in the glass back surface and the mirrored apple.
Screen
The screen parameters of the iPhone 8 are no different from those of the iPhone 6s and iPhone 7: 4.7-inch diagonal, IPS matrix with a resolution of 1134×750. By modern standards - average parameters. However, the manufacturer has implemented a lot in the iPhone 8 screen interesting technologies, which will be discussed in more detail in the comments of the editor of the “Monitors” and “Projectors and TV” sections Alexey Kudryavtsev.
The front surface of the screen is made in the form of a glass plate with a mirror-smooth surface that is scratch-resistant. Judging by the reflection of objects, the anti-glare properties of the screen are better than those of the Google Nexus 7 (2013) screen (hereinafter simply Nexus 7). For clarity, here is a photograph in which a white surface is reflected when the screens are turned off (on the left is Nexus 7, on the right is Apple iPhone 8, then they can be distinguished by size):
The screen of the Apple iPhone 8 is slightly darker (brightness according to photographs is 105 versus 112 for the Nexus 7). The ghosting of reflected objects in the Apple iPhone 8 screen is very weak, this indicates that there is no air gap between the layers of the screen (more specifically, between the outer glass and the surface of the LCD matrix) (OGS - One Glass Solution type screen). Due to the smaller number of boundaries (glass/air type) with very different refractive indices, such screens look better in conditions of intense external illumination, but their repair in the case of cracked external glass is much more expensive, since the entire screen has to be replaced. The outer surface of the screen has a special oleophobic (grease-repellent) coating (effective, much like the Nexus 7), so fingerprints are removed much more easily and appear at a lower speed than with regular glass.
When manually controlling the brightness and displaying the white field in full screen, the maximum brightness value was about 540 cd/m², the minimum was 2.5 cd/m². The maximum brightness is very high and, given the excellent anti-glare properties, readability even on a sunny day outdoors will be good level. In complete darkness, the brightness can be reduced to a comfortable value. There is automatic brightness adjustment based on the light sensor (it is located above the front speaker slot). Please note that solely for user convenience, disabling and enabling this function is hidden deep in the smartphone settings. Apparently, thus Apple wants to keep as much as possible automatic adjustment switched on to extend the time battery life. IN automatic mode When external lighting conditions change, the screen brightness both increases and decreases. The operation of this function depends on the position of the brightness adjustment slider - the user uses it to set the desired brightness level for the current conditions. If you don’t change anything, then in complete darkness the brightness drops to 3.2 cd/m² (very dark), in an office illuminated by artificial light (about 550 lux) the screen brightness is set to 100-125 cd/m² (acceptable), in a very bright environment (corresponding to lighting on a clear day outdoors, but without direct sunlight - 20,000 lux or a little more) rises to 610 cd/m² (even higher than with manual adjustment). We were not entirely satisfied with the result, so in the dark we slightly moved the brightness slider to the right, and for the three conditions indicated above we got 12, 105 and 610 cd/m² (ideal). It turns out that the auto-brightness function works adequately, and it is possible to adjust the nature of the brightness change to suit the user’s requirements. At any brightness level, there is no significant backlight modulation, so there is no screen flicker.
This smartphone uses an IPS matrix. The microphotographs show a typical IPS subpixel structure:
For comparison, you can see the gallery of microphotographs of screens used in mobile technology.
The screen has good viewing angles without significant color shift even with large viewing deviations from perpendicular to the screen and without inverting shades. For comparison, here are photographs in which the same images are displayed on the screens of the Apple iPhone 8 and Nexus 7, while the brightness of the screens was initially set to approximately 200 cd/m² (over a white field in the entire screen), and the color balance on the camera was forcibly switched to 6500 K . White field perpendicular to the screens:
Note the good uniformity of brightness and color tone of the white field.
And a test picture:
Color balance varies slightly, color saturation is normal. Let us remind you that the photograph cannot serve as a reliable source of information about the quality of color rendering and is provided only for conditional visual illustration. In this case, apparently due to the peculiarities of the emission spectrum of the screen, the color balance and brightness of colors in photographs of the Apple iPhone 8 screen are somewhat different from what is visible to the eye and determined by a spectrophotometer.
Now at an angle of approximately 45 degrees to the plane and to the side of the screen:
It can be seen that the colors did not change much on both screens and the contrast remained at a high level.
And a white field:
The brightness at an angle of the screens decreased (by at least 4 times, based on the difference in shutter speed), but in the case of the Apple iPhone 8 the drop in brightness is less. When deviated diagonally, the black field is lightened to a medium degree and acquires a purple tint. The photographs below demonstrate this (the brightness of the white areas in the direction perpendicular to the plane of the screens is approximately the same!):
And from another angle:
When viewed perpendicularly, the uniformity of the black field is average:
The contrast (approximately in the center of the screen) is high - about 1380:1. The response time for the black-white-black transition is 24 ms (13 ms on + 11 ms off). The transition between halftones of gray 25% and 75% (based on the numerical value of the color) and back takes a total of 37 ms. The gamma curve, constructed using 32 points with equal intervals based on the numerical value of the shade of gray, did not reveal any blockage in either the highlights or the shadows. The exponent of the approximating power function is 2.12, which is slightly lower than the standard value of 2.2. In this case, the real gamma curve deviates little from the power-law dependence:
Color gamut is sRGB:
Let's look at the spectra:
Such spectra are found in top mobile devices ah Sony and other manufacturers. Apparently, this screen uses LEDs with a blue emitter and green and red phosphor (usually a blue emitter and a yellow phosphor), which, in combination with special matrix filters, allows for a wide color gamut. Yes, and the red phosphor apparently uses so-called quantum dots. For consumer device a wide color gamut is not an advantage, but a significant disadvantage, since as a result, the colors of images - drawings, photographs and films - oriented to the sRGB space (and the vast majority of them) have an unnatural saturation. This is especially noticeable on recognizable shades, such as skin tones. However, in this case, the color gamut is carefully adjusted to the sRGB boundaries. As a result, visually the colors have a natural saturation.
This applies to those images that have an sRGB profile or no profile at all. However, today's top-end Apple devices are native to the Display P3 color space, with slightly richer greens and reds. The Display P3 space is based on SMPTE DCI-P3, but has a D65 white point and a gamma curve of approximately 2.2. In addition, the manufacturer states that starting with iOS 9.3, color management is supported at the system level, which makes it easier for iOS applications to correctly display images with the specified color profile. Indeed, by adding test images ( JPG files and PNG) with the Display P3 profile, we got a wider color gamut than sRGB (output in Safari):
Note that the coordinates of the primary colors coincide almost exactly with those specified for the DCI-P3 standard. We look at the spectra in the case test images with Display P3 profile:
It can be seen that in this case no cross-mixing of components occurs, that is, this color space is native to the Apple iPhone 8 screen.
The balance of shades on the gray scale is good, since the color temperature is close to the standard 6500 K, and the deviation from the blackbody spectrum (ΔE) is less than 10, which is considered an acceptable indicator for a consumer device. At the same time, color temperature and ΔE change little from hue to hue - this has a positive effect on the visual assessment of color balance. The nature of the change in values from hue to hue indirectly shows that software color correction is used. (The darkest areas of the gray scale can be ignored, since color balance there is not very important, and the error in measuring color characteristics at low brightness is large.)
This Apple device has a feature Night Shift, which makes the picture warmer at night (the user specifies how much warmer). For a description of why such a correction might be useful, see the article about iPad Pro 9.7. In any case, when having fun with a tablet or smartphone at night, it is better to reduce the screen brightness to a minimum, but still comfortable level, and only then, to calm your own paranoia, turn the screen yellow with the Night Shift setting.
There is a function True Tone , which, if turned on, adjusts the color balance to the conditions environment. For example, we activated it and placed the smartphone under LED lamps with cool white light, resulting in values of 6.0 for ΔE and 7100 K for color temperature. Under a halogen incandescent lamp (warm light) - 3.7 and 6260 K, that is, the color temperature has become lower. The function works as expected. Note that the current standard is to calibrate display devices to a white point of 6500 K, but in principle, correction for the color temperature of external light can be useful if you want to achieve a better match between the image on the screen and what is visible on paper (or any other device). a medium on which colors are formed by the reflection of incident light) under current conditions.
Let's summarize. The screen has a very high maximum brightness and has excellent anti-glare properties, so the device can be used outdoors without any problems, even on a sunny summer day. In complete darkness, the brightness can be reduced to a comfortable level. It is also possible to use the mode with automatic adjustment brightness, working adequately. The advantages of the screen include an effective oleophobic coating, the absence of an air gap in the layers of the screen and flicker, good black stability to deviation of the gaze from perpendicular to the screen plane, high contrast, as well as support for the sRGB color gamut (with the participation of the OS) and good color balance. There are no significant shortcomings. At the moment, this is perhaps one of the best displays among all smartphones.
Performance
iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus are powered by the new Apple A11 Bionic SoC. This is a 64-bit SoC that includes 6 cores, of which two are high-performance and the other four are energy-efficient. Moreover, at maximum load, all six cores can work simultaneously, which was not the case before. Let's see how this affected benchmark performance!
Let's start with browser tests: SunSpider 1.0.2, Octane Benchmark, Kraken Benchmark and . The Safari browser was used. In the case of the iPhone 7, testing was carried out a year ago on iOS 10. If you update the model to iOS 11, the results may be slightly different, but not much.
So, there is a significant (about one and a half times) superiority of the iPhone 8 over the iPhone 7. In practice, this will manifest itself in more comfortable web surfing. But in this case, this is also important to us as a demonstration of the capabilities of the new CPU.
Now let's see how the iPhone 8 performs in the comprehensive AnTuTu and Geekbench 4 benchmark, which measures CPU performance.
And here we see even more clear confirmation of the superiority of the new processor: the picture is especially expressive in the Geekbench multi-core subtest. Apparently, this is precisely the result of the simultaneous operation of all cores.
The last group of benchmarks is dedicated to testing GPU performance. We used 3DMark and GFXBench Metal.
Let us remind you that off-screen tests mean displaying a 1080p image on the screen, regardless of real resolution screen. And Onscreen tests mean displaying a picture in the resolution that matches the device screen resolution. That is, Offscreen tests are indicative from the point of view of the abstract performance of the SoC, and Onscreen tests are indicative from the point of view of the comfort of the game on a specific device.
(Apple A11) |
Apple iPhone 7 (Apple A10) |
Apple iPhone 7 Plus (Apple A10) |
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| GFXBenchmark Manhattan 3.3.1 (1440р) | 22.2 fps | 22.7 fps | 24.2 fps |
| GFXBenchmark Manhattan 3.1 | 75.9 fps | 59.4 fps | 43.0 fps |
| GFXBenchmark Manhattan 3.1 (Off Screen) | 36.9 fps | 38.8 fps | 41.0 fps |
| GFXBenchmark Manhattan | 94.9 fps | 59.8 fps | 57.6 fps |
| GFXBenchmark Manhattan (1080p Offscreen) | 47.5 fps | 58.3 fps | 56.0 fps |
The results were very strange. That's why we decided to add to the comparison more iPhone 7 Plus, and with installed iOS 11. But even this did not allow us to determine the reason for this situation. We see that in some subtests the iPhone 8 not only does not outperform its predecessors, but is inferior to them (albeit slightly). In others, indeed, the breakthrough of the new product is undeniable.
Here the results are much more logical: in the Ice Storm Unlimited mode, the iPhone 8’s superiority over its predecessor is almost two times, and in the Sling Shot mode – by a third.
And the last test is Basemark Metal. Unfortunately, we did not test the iPhone 7 in it, so in order to make at least some comparison, we launched it not only on the “eight”, but also on the iPhone 7 Plus. And it turned out that the iPhone 8 confidently outperformed the iPhone 7 Plus in terms of scores, and the gap in the first scene in terms of fps turned out to be huge: for the iPhone 7 Plus this value fluctuated around 30 fps, and for the iPhone 8 it remained at 60 fps .
In general, we can admit that the iPhone 8 is indeed significantly faster than its predecessors, both in terms of the CPU and in operations using the GPU. It cannot be said that this is some kind of breakthrough, but in general this is the kind of increase that should be from generation to generation. By the way, we note that during the tests, the iPhone 8 heated up slightly less than the iPhone 7 Plus. However, we will talk about heating later.
operating system
Apple iPhone 8 runs iOS 11. Detailed review of the new operating system you can read in a separate article.
Cameras
The iPhone 8, like its predecessor, does not have a second rear camera, and this is the main difference between the compact model and its larger brother. But otherwise they are identical. Let's evaluate the camera in action.
Below are examples of shots taken from the rear iPhone camera 8 with comments from our expert Anton Solovyov.
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Good sharpness in distant shots. |
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The camera handles shadows well. |
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The car numbers are distinguishable. Good detail in the background. |
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Sharping on the wires is almost invisible. |
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Good sharpness across the field and plans. |
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Detail is good, but the image is noticeably noisy in the shadows. |
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The camera does macro photography well. |
The camera copes well with everyday photography in less than favorable conditions. But it’s difficult to find differences with the previous generation, so let’s move on to a laboratory test to test the camera using our method.
Our standard test did not show a significant increase in the maximum sensor resolution compared to previous generations. However, now the camera loses significantly less detail in noise in low light, which can be called a new breakthrough. Thus, in good light there will be no noticeable difference with the same iPhone 7, but if the lighting deteriorates, it will be immediately felt. And even the flash works very effectively here: it does not work out the corners very well, but in the center of the frame it does not allow the resolution to drop. The camera copes well with everything else, as before: there is good detail in the field of the frame and in the plans, moderate noise in the shadows, and not very aggressive software processing. As a result, it, of course, will not replace a good camera, as the manufacturer is persistently trying to convince us of, but it will become an excellent tool for documentary and artistic shooting of ordinary subjects.
Autonomous operation and heating
Despite the slight reduction in battery capacity, Apple has kept the iPhone 8's battery life similar to the previous generation. In real everyday use this is about a day.
As for benchmarks, unfortunately, Epic Citadel, which we used for these purposes before, is no longer available in the App Store, so we switched to a new benchmark - more precisely, a subtest of the benchmark that we have been using for performance tests for a long time: GFX Benchmark Metal. Manhattan 3.1 mode is the most GPU-intensive mode, so this result shows how long the smartphone will last on the most modern 3D games.
Below is a thermal image rear surface obtained after two consecutive runs (about 10 minutes of work) of the Basemark Metal test:
The heating is highly localized in the upper right part of the device, which apparently corresponds to the location of the SoC chip. According to the heat chamber, the maximum heating was 43 degrees (at an ambient temperature of 24 degrees). The Apple iPhone 7 heats up about the same in this test.
conclusions
The iPhone 8 was not a revolution. However, no one expected this from him. It's just a very good compact smartphone, with a great camera, top performance, a great screen and a nice design. Of course, in comparison with the future iPhone X, it does not make much of an impression, and there is no radical step forward compared to the iPhone 7. However, if we abstract from comparisons and look at the new product simply as an example compact smartphone, we will see that there is practically nothing to criticize him for.
The appearance of a glass back cover and support for wireless charging are pleasant innovations. Yes, in 2017 they are not amazing, but we can only be glad that they are now available in current Apple models. Less obvious, but no less valuable and useful, is improving the sound quality from the speakers. Strictly speaking, there are a lot of similar little things here, and although individually they seem like something cosmetic and not conducive to innovation, together they create the forward movement that is necessary for the new iPhone.
With each new smartphone, Apple tries to surprise users or diversify their experience. existing technologies. Sometimes it turns out really impressive, like with the iPhone 7 Plus. This article will iPhone review 8 Plus, and whether it's worth the money.
Specifications
Below are the technical data of the iPhone 8 Plus smartphone. More details are provided in the following sections.
| Characteristics | |
| Model | |
| Color | Silver, " gray space", gold, red |
| Capacity | 64 / 256 GB |
| Dimensions and weight | 158.4×78.1×7.5 mm |
| Weight | 202 g |
| Display | |
| Type | Retina HD |
| Format and technology | Widescreen Multi-Touch, IPS |
| Diagonal | 5.5″ |
| Permission | 1920×1080 |
| Pixel Density | 401 ppi |
| Contrast | 1300:1 |
| Camera | |
| Main | 2 × 12 MP (flash, autofocus) |
| Frontal | 7 MP (Retina Flash) |
| CPU | A11 Bionic 64-bit, M11 motion coprocessor |
| Sensors | Light, motion, proximity, microgyroscope, compass, barometer, fingerprint scanner |
| Wireless charger | There is |
| Battery | 2675 mAh |
| Protection from moisture and dust | IP67 |
A distinctive feature compared to the iPhone 7 Plus, which was also reviewed, is the ability to shoot in 4K resolution at 60 fps (only 30 fps was available in the 7 Plus). The battery has also become slightly smaller.
Official price - from 46,900 rubles.
Equipment
The iPhone 8 Plus is the same as the earlier model and differs only in size, which is exactly the same as the iPhone 7 Plus. This even allows you to use the same case.
On the other hand, using an old case for the iPhone 8 Plus is an unconvincing idea due to the fact that it won’t feel like a new smartphone if you had a 7 Plus before. Of course, what is new in the design sense is the glass back of the case.
Apart from the obvious advantage of appearance, there is also a practical benefit: the smartphone is less likely to be scratched compared to the iPhone 7 Plus in black. And this despite the rare use of the case.
However, it is obvious that using a case reduces the likelihood of external damage to the device and keeps it beautiful for longer. appearance. Therefore its presence is recommended. Apple itself understands this and has released a number of new cases. One of them is charcoal leather:
Regarding the colors of the gadget, it is worth mentioning that pink and “black onyx” do not color the iPhone 8 Plus. Instead, there are new colors - “space gray” and red, which are not suitable for everyone, unlike white and gold, which are more universal.
Display
The display parameters are no different from the iPhone 7 Plus: the same 5.5″ with 1920×1080 resolution and IPS matrix. From the point of view of modern realities, these are not record values. But the quality of the picture on the screen depends not only on resolution, but also on other technologies.
The display surface is a glass plate with a mirror-smooth surface, which ensures no scratches. Its anti-glare properties are better than, for example, those of the Google Nexus 7.
The screen of the iPhone 8 Plus is darker (brightness in the photo is 104 compared to 113 for the Nexus). The splitting of reflected objects on the phone display is weaker. This indicates that there is no air space between the outer glass and the surface of the matrix (OGS - One Glass Solution screen type). Due to the smaller number of glass/air boundaries with significantly different refractive values, such displays look better under intense external illumination.
But if the outer glass is cracked, the repair will be very expensive, because you will have to completely replace the screen. By the way, it has a grease-repellent coating (the same quality as that of the Nexus 7), which means fingerprints appear less frequently and are removed better compared to regular glass. 
The highest brightness level (when adjusted manually), displaying a white field on the entire screen, was approximately 580 cd/m², the lowest - 2.7 cd/m². These are tangible values, and taking into account the high-quality anti-glare, the readability of the information on the display even in bright sunshine outside will be pleasant.
In complete darkness, the brightness is reduced to a comfortable level. There is automatic brightness adjustment when using the light sensor, which is enabled by default. This allows the smartphone to automatically adjust the display brightness depending on the ambient lighting conditions, but depends on the position of the brightness slider that the user has set.
So, without external influence, the brightness level in complete darkness will drop to 3.0 cd/m², in office light (~500 lux) this value will be around 100-160 cd/m², and in very bright light (20,000 lux) - 670 cd /m², which is a higher value than with manual regulation.
iPhone 8 Plus has built-in night mode Night Shift, which makes the image on the screen warmer (this level is user adjustable). This is a beneficial feature for the eyes, ensuring greater productivity and reducing additional stress on the eyes.
The system also has a True Tone function. When it is turned on, the color balance of the display is adjusted to the environment. For example, True Stone is activated, after which the phone is placed under LED bulbs with cool white light. As a result, the color temperature will reach 6900 K. With a halogen incandescent lamp - 6100 K. Real work functions matches expectations.
Performance
iPhone 8 Plus is powered by the Apple A11 Bionic processor, a 64-bit SoC with six cores: two of them are high-performance, the rest are energy-efficient. At peak load, all cores work together. The prefix Plus also means that the quantity random access memory was increased to 3 GB compared to the younger version. These changes add up to the performance results shown below.
A good place to start is with tests in the Safari browser: SunSpider, Octane Benchmark, Kraken Benchmark and JetStream. The testing also included iPhone 8 and 7 Plus.
As expected, the 8 Plus is ahead of the 7 Plus by a confident margin, but the 8 could not be surpassed, despite the difference of 1 GB of memory.
| Apple iPhone 8 Plus (Apple A11) | Apple iPhone 7 Plus (Apple A10) | Apple iPhone 8 (Apple A11) |
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| Antutu (more is better) | 191207 points | 171329 points | 211416 points |
| Geekbench 4 Single-Core Score (more is better) | 4245 points | 3539 points | 4266 points |
| Geekbench 4 Multi-Core Score (more is better) | 10378 points | 5995 points | 10299 points |
| Geekbench 4 Metal Score (more is better) | 15668 points | 12712 points | - |
Once again, the 8 Plus comes out ahead of its predecessor (especially noticeable in Geekbench's CPU and RAM tests). But there was no significant advantage against 8, and in AnTuTu the value was generally lower. Thus, we can say that the increase in RAM does not provide the necessary indicators for better results in these tests.
The next group of benchmarks is designed to test the performance of the graphics chip. For this purpose, we used 3DMark, GFXBenchmark Metal and Basemark Metal Pro, developed specifically for devices that support Metal technology.
Note! Offscreen tests mean displaying a picture in 1080p, regardless of the actual display resolution. Onscreen adjusts the image to match the gadget's display. Therefore, the former indicate the abstract performance of the SoC, the latter indicate the comfortable operation of applications and games on a specific device.
| Apple iPhone 8 Plus (Apple A11) | Apple iPhone 7 Plus (Apple A10) | Apple iPhone 8 (Apple A11) |
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|---|---|---|---|
| GFXBenchmark Manhattan 3.3.1 (1440р) | 28.5 fps | 24.2 fps | 22.2 fps |
| GFXBenchmark Manhattan 3.1 | 45.1 fps | 43.0 fps | 75.9 fps |
| GFXBenchmark Manhattan 3.1, off screen | 44.5 fps | 41.0 fps | 36.9 fps |
| GFXBenchmark Manhattan | 64.7 fps | 57.6 fps | 94.9 fps |
| GFXBenchmark 1080p Manhattan, off screen | 67.2 fps | 58.3 fps | 47.5 fps |
Looking at GFXBenchmark, the iPhone 8 Plus did not significantly dominate the 7 Plus, but was again inferior to the 8. From a logical point of view, this is understandable: a lower screen resolution shows more frames per second. But in all tests with a specific resolution, the 8 Plus is ahead of the younger version.
As expected, the 8 Plus leaves the 7 Plus behind by a more significant margin than in the previous benchmark. But in comparison with 8, the difference seems to be a calculation error.
And finally - Basemark Metal Pro.
Again, the iPhone 8 becomes the leader, as in GFXBenchmark. However, the difference in the calculated points is not that big; even the iPhone 7 Plus is not so far behind.
After this, we can say that the iPhone 8 Plus is approximately equal to the iPhone 8, and the increase in RAM did not provide the expected performance increase. Regarding the 7 Plus, the difference is more noticeable, but in different modes the values vary significantly.
Cameras
As before, the difference between the cameras of two iPhones of the same generation comes down to the presence of a second lens with optical zoom in the Plus version. Regarding the iPhone 7 Plus, a weighty argument has emerged - the ability to shoot 4K video at 60 fps (7 Plus - at 30).
The camera shows good results even in the evening in cloudy weather or in windy conditions. The program selects the exposure so that the leaves are not blurred and small details do not disappear due to noise.
The gadget has two cameras, just like in the previous Plus generation. In fact, only the focal length differs. In the G8, the optical zoom was removed and the cameras were given some tricks: it is recommended to use a wide-angle camera during normal shooting, tele - for portrait. However, it’s still worth looking at the zoom in action:
It can be seen that the portrait camera shows a slightly worse result: some places are blurry, there is more noise and, in principle, a “soft portrait image” is created. On the other hand, telephoto lenses in this form factor cannot yet do the same.
Here is the result of a typical portrait camera, although not in great conditions:
Insufficient lighting does not allow showing all the advantages of the camera, but it still shows good results. And since a wide-angle lens doesn't provide as much quality geometry at such a close-up, the quality of this camera is commendable. By the way, for portrait photography many modes have also been added for different scenarios.
Autonomous operation
At first glance, it may seem that the battery capacity is so small that the charge is barely enough for half a day. However, in practice, everything is different: with regular calls via mobile and Internet networks (about 1.5 hours a day), communication in instant messengers, active web surfing, push notifications Email About 40 emails a day and light use of the camera, as well as Apple Watch and AirPods, the battery lasts for two days. That is, if you start using your phone on Monday morning, the next charge will be needed on Tuesday evening.
This is an excellent performance, roughly similar to the iPhone 7 Plus given heavy use. Of course, using high-performance applications or watching videos for a long time, this value will be different.
The disadvantages include uneven battery discharge. If at the end of the first day about 65% of the charge remains, then at the end of the second it is practically gone (this despite the fact that 1-2% is consumed per night).
Tests in different operating modes showed the following results:
| Watching videos on YouTube | Offline viewing of HD video | Using 3D | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 hours 5 minutes | 10 o'clock | 2 hours 24 minutes | |
| iPhone 7 Plus | - | 12 h | 2 hours 13 minutes |
| 6 hours 55 minutes | 18 h 15 min | 2 h 10 min |
After using the Basemark Metal test twice in a row, the phone's thermal image showed the following:
The top right part of the gadget gets hottest, where the SoC chip is likely located. According to the heat chamber data, the maximum temperature reached 41 ⁰C (at 24 ⁰C in the room). The 7 Plus gets just as hot.
You can't miss the presence of wireless charging. iPhone 8 Plus supports the most popular Qi standard. Finding wireless chargers in retail is not as easy as in online stores. Prices start from 1000 rubles.
Taken as an example cheap charging Buro Q5.
The result of its work is not very rosy: half an hour after the start of charging, the iPhone was approximately 12% charged. It will take at least 4 hours to fully charge the gadget. It is worth noting that the current strength of Buro Q5 is 1 A. There are also two-amp devices on sale, but their price is at least 2000 rubles.
As for the proprietary AirPower wireless charging, users have differing opinions. The fact is that on the eve of the announcement of this device from Apple, the Chinese released a similar solution, which already shows decent results in practice and, of course, costs much less.
conclusions
A full review of the iPhone 8 Plus provides an opportunity to understand what advantages and disadvantages a user will encounter after purchasing it. When compared with the previous generation model, the performance gain is obvious.
The dimensions of the gadget are larger than the younger version, but a full battery charge lasts for a couple of days. iPhone 8 Plus is ideal for normal everyday use. There is no big reason to upgrade from 7 Plus or even 6S Plus, but if you have more old version phone, but you don’t want to overpay for the iPhone X, then the iPhone 8 Plus is the best option.
The new iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus have been especially transformed internally, but externally they are still difficult to distinguish from their predecessors, at least on the front panel. Both smartphones received fast memory and other gadgets that simplify the life of the average user.
| Smartphone | iPhone 8 | iPhone 8 Plus |
| Screen | 4.7 inches, IPS, resolution 1334 by 750 pixels, pixel density 326 ppi, 3D Touch, DCI-P3 color gamut support, True Tone function, Night mode | 5.5 inches, 1920 x 1080 pixels, pixel density 401 ppi, 3D Touch, DCI-P3 color gamut support, True Tone function, Night mode |
| CPU | Apple A11 Bionic (2 high-performance cores and 4 energy-efficient ones) | |
| RAM | 2 GB RAM | 3 GB RAM |
| Storage device | 64 or 256 GB of internal memory | |
| Protection | Fingerprint scanner Touch ID, PIN code | |
| Main camera | One 12-megapixel lens with optical image stabilization, dual-tone flash, f/1.8 aperture | A pair of 12-megapixel lenses with optical stabilizers, dual-tone flash, f/1.8 and f/2.6 apertures |
| Front-camera | 7-megapixel with f/2.2 aperture and Retina Flash | |
| operating system | iOS 11 | |
| Connection | 4G LTE, Cat.12 (up to 45 Mbit/s) | |
| WiFi | Wi-Fi 802.11ac, dual-band (2.4 and 5 GHz), support 2x2 MIMO | |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 LE, NFC ( Apple support Pay) | |
| Navigation | GPS (A-GPS) and GLONASS | |
| Battery | 1821 mAh (6.91 Wh), wireless and fast charging | 2691 mAh (10.22 Wh), wireless and fast charging |
| Available colors | Grey, Gold and Silver | |
| Frame | Aluminum-glass, waterproof according to IP67 standard | |
| Equipment | Documentation, EarPods, Lightning cable, 1-amp charging | |
Considering its small dimensions, the power of the hardware platform is truly impressive. Wherein, iPhone specifications The 8 and iPhone 8 Plus have improved significantly. Here you will find a six-core processor made using 10 nm technology, 64 GB of internal memory, and not 32, as on its predecessors, and 4.7- and 5.5-inch screens, respectively. The battery capacity of both phones has decreased, but they have received fast charging and wireless functions.
In terms of design, both devices still have metal frames around them, but there is now a glass cover on the back, which has several advantages over anodized aluminum.
Processor and memory
The Apple iPhone 8/8 Plus uses an A11 Bionic processor with 6 cores on board, which is equipped with an advanced neural engine and an integrated M11 coprocessor. This solution uses 2 high-performance Monsoon cores and 4 energy-efficient Mistral cores. As far as we know, this is the first time the company has used a video accelerator of its own design, and its specifications remain secret. Thanks to this combination, smartphones score a record 200 thousand points in the AnTuTu benchmark.Regardless of the model, be it 4.7- or 5.5-inch, you get two options of internal memory to choose from: 64 or 256 GB. Apple doubled the nominal ROM capacity compared to the previous generation, but left the RAM capacity the same. Thus, the iPhone 8 has 2 GB of RAM on board, and the iPhone 8 Plus has 3 GB.
Screen and camera
The general characteristics of the display panels of the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus have also not undergone major changes. These are the same IPS screens, but with improved color reproduction thanks to support color space DCI-P3 and HDR. The pixel density remained the same: 326 ppi in the case of the 4.7-inch model and 401 ppi in the 5.5-inch.It should be noted that here and there the True Tone function has appeared, which adjusts the hue of the display colors at its own discretion. The picture becomes a little yellowish, but the eyes get tired much less.
Cameras began to shoot better, despite the fact that their characteristics remained virtually unchanged. iPhone 8 received one 12-megapixel module with an f/1.8 aperture, optical stabilizer and autofocus. His brother has acquired a pair of lenses that have sensors with the same resolution (12 MP), but with different apertures. The main module boasts an f/1.8 aperture, and the secondary module has an f/2.8 aperture. There is an LED flash at the back, and Retina Flash is used to highlight selfies.
The selfie camera on both phones has a 7-megapixel sensor with f/2.2 aperture.
Battery, autonomy and new features
Unfortunately, Cupertino engineers had to reduce the battery capacity of the regular Eight and Plus. Compared to last year's Seven, the new model has lost more than 100 mAh, and the difference in capacity between the Pluses is more than 200 mAh. One way or another, in terms of autonomy, the new products showed themselves to be no worse, or even better, in some specific use scenarios.The iPhone 8 battery capacity is 1821 mAh and its power is 6.91 Wh, while the iPhone 8 Plus has a 2691 mAh battery with a power of 10.22 Wh. According to the manufacturer, the more compact model is capable of 14 hours of talk time or 12 hours of surfing in Safari. The older model can withstand 21 hours of calls and 13 hours of web surfing, despite the fact that it has the same characteristics.
Both devices support wireless charging, which allows you to increase the battery level to 50% in 30 minutes, provided that the phone is in standby mode. There is also wireless charging, powered by Qi technology.
Other Features
All Apple smartphones of 2017 are protected from moisture and dust according to the IP67 standard. iPhone and iPhone 8 Plus can be submerged in water to a depth of 1 meter and remain there for 30 minutes. They are equipped with a physical Home button with a built-in fingerprint scanner.Both gadgets are equipped with Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC for Apple Pay contactless payments, as well as GPS and GLONASS for navigation. The LTE module built into the processor provides download/upload speeds according to the Cat.12 standard (up to 450 Mbit/s).
Also, do not forget about the presence of support for ARKit, which ensures the operation of augmented reality technology. To improve the efficiency of using system resources, it is used software Metal 2 and Core ML.
A detailed and honest review of the iPhone 8.
iPhone 8 is a new generation smartphone from Apple that has a glass body, support for Qi wireless charging, a 4.7-inch display with True Tone technology, and a six-core A11 Bionic processor. The worldwide start of iPhone 8 sales took place on September 22. In Russia, iPhone 8 and 8 Plus went on sale on September 29. The price of iPhone 8 in Russia is 44 9 90 rub. for the model with 64 GB of memory and 54,990 rub. for the model with 256 GB of memory. We present to your attention detailed review of iPhone 8.
Name
Apple has named the next smartphone after the iPhone 7 not the iPhone 7s, but the iPhone 8. Thus, the company has jumped over one generation of smartphones, at least according to the usual logic of releasing new iPhones. Why did Apple decide to name the new iPhone iPhone 8? The point is the huge number of innovations that the device received.
Equipment
Apple remains the same, at least when it comes to packaging. The iPhone 8 comes in Apple's traditional rectangular packaging, with the smartphone itself depicted on the front side.
The word “iPhone” is emblazoned on the side edges of the packaging, and on the back - Technical information, including information about the capacity of the built-in memory. We have a silver iPhone 8 with 256 GB of internal memory for review. This is the top version when it comes to storage capacity. This year, Apple released new iPhones in only two configurations: with 64 and 256 GB of memory.
The packaging of the iPhone 8 is standard, as is the equipment, of course, compared to previous models of Apple smartphones. The iPhone 8 kit includes:
- Charger,
- USB/Lightning cable,
- EarPods headphones with Lightning connector,
- branded clip for removing the SIM card tray,
- documentation.
Everything in the package is as per GOST from Apple - nothing superfluous, nothing new. As everyone knows, the iPhone 8 supports wireless charging, but it is not included with the smartphone. And this is not Apple's whim. No other manufacturer, when releasing a smartphone that supports wireless charging, includes a docking station for the device. That's how it happened.
The iPhone 8 wireless charging dock will have to be purchased separately. Fortunately, Apple did not come up with its own wireless charging standard. iPhone 8 supports the generally accepted Qi standard. This means that almost every dock on the market will work for wireless charging of the iPhone 8. Even from budget ones. There is no need to purchase an expensive model from Apple, since the company has indeed released its unique AirPower docking station.
In other words, the iPhone 8 did not surprise me with either its configuration or packaging. However, the smartphone has made it all different.
Design
The shape of the iPhone 8 is no different from the iPhone 7. At all is not different. Apple presented a smartphone recognizable in all its features, which, nevertheless, another. Let's start with the fact that the back surface of the iPhone 8 is not aluminum, but glass. The use of glass allowed Apple to generally maintain the look familiar to the iPhone, but significantly refresh the design of the smartphone.
The front and back surfaces of the iPhone 8 are made of glass. According to Apple, this glass is 50% stronger than any other glass previously used in both the company's devices and all mobile gadgets basically. I readily believe this, but the iPhone 8 and its glass body do not feel armor-piercing.
However, it was not possible to leave scratches or even hints of them on the back surface of the iPhone 8 during the short period of interaction with the smartphone. We will definitely update this paragraph after we have tested the iPhone 8 a little longer, when it becomes clear whether Apple has made a “revolutionary” glass or not.
The frame between the glasses is made of aluminum, which is used in aerospace industry. For each iPhone 8 color, the frame is painted to match the body.
The iPhone 8 feels very good in the hand. It doesn't slip at all, which, considering its glass body, is simply amazing! It shines beautifully in the rays of light and under chandeliers, but you don’t have to squeeze it too hard - the device itself seems to cling to your hand, it’s as if it even sticks a little to your hand - Apple has huge respect for this. After all, Apple is Apple. She managed to make the glass so non-slippery that the iPhone nearby 7 Plus with aluminum body feels much more unruly in the hands.
And if the glass on the back surface was frankly pleasing, then on the front it was at least confusing. The protective glass, of course, is covered with an oleophobic coating, but fingerprints are left on it with some incredible ease. They can be erased just as easily, but the fact of their appearance is of much more concern.
During the first hours of using the iPhone 8, something like a scratch even appeared on the display. In this regard, it is completely unclear. Either we got such a copy of the iPhone 8 (as many people know, there are cases of defects in the first batches of iPhones), or the back surface of the iPhone 8 is covered with more durable glass.
Let's go through the elements of the body. On the front surface of the iPhone 8 case, there is a traditional physical Home button at the bottom (it disappeared only in the iPhone X), and at the top - front-camera, built-in stereo speaker and microphone.
On the back surface there is a single camera, flash, Apple logo and the inscription “iPhone”.
On the bottom edge there is a second built-in stereo speaker, a second microphone and a Lightning connector.
The right side is dedicated to the SIM card tray and the power button. The left side is for the volume buttons. All these elements have not changed in any way compared to the iPhone 7.
The dimensions of the iPhone 8 are 138.4 × 67.3 × 7.3 mm, weight - 148 grams. For comparison, the dimensions of the iPhone 7 are 138.3 x 67.1 x 7.1 mm and the weight is 138 grams. The difference between the case sizes of the iPhone 8 and iPhone 7 is insignificant.
Yes, the iPhone 8 is very similar to the iPhone 7. If you put Apple’s new product in a case (which most people probably want to do), then there will be absolutely no external differences from the previous model. Despite this, the iPhone 8 still has a wow effect! When you hold the iPhone 8 with a glass “back” in your hand, there are some special sensations that are not similar to those that arise when using the iPhone 7 and previous models. But, unfortunately, in terms of design, the iPhone 8 only gives a wow effect with its glass back surface. Otherwise, it's the same iPhone 7.
How dirty does the case get?
The silver iPhone 8 we reviewed definitely pleased us with the fact that fingerprint marks are practically invisible on its glass back surface. Traces, of course, remain, but the color of the case “eats” them and makes them visible only from certain angles. We give the silver version of the iPhone 8 a big plus in this regard.
Unfortunately, we haven’t been able to test the iPhone 8 in gold color yet, but we have tested the space gray version. And this very “feeling” was pleasant to the hands, but not very pleasant to the eye. On the dark iPhone cover 8 prints are clearly visible. If with the silver version of the iPhone 8 you need to look for a certain angle to see the stains, then with the gray version, on the contrary, you have to look for the angle so that the fingerprints disappear from sight.
Let's summarize. The glass on the back of the iPhone 8 gets dirty. But fingerprint stains are very noticeable only on the space gray version.
Case colors
iPhone 8 is available in three colors: silver, gold and space gray. As you have already seen, we received a silver version for review. For the sake of completeness, we’ll show you what other colors of the iPhone 8 case look like.
Gold
iPhone 8 / apple.com
"Grey Space"
Display
iPhone 8 has a 4.7-inch Retina HD display with a resolution of 1334x750 pixels and a pixel density of 326 ppi. The screen aspect ratio is 16:9, the display covers 65.57% of the front surface of the smartphone. We've seen all this before somewhere, haven't we?
The display type of the iPhone 8 has not changed compared to the iPhone 7. However, there were plenty of changes. New iPhone display 8 supports a wider color gamut, which is why Apple called the display of its new smartphone “all-new.”
And if the last statement can be called into question, then the uniqueness of the True Tone technology cannot in any case be questioned. iPhone 8, along with iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone X, became the first smartphone to support this technology. True Tone automatically adjusts white balance based on lighting conditions. This makes viewing images and reading text on iPhone 8's display more enjoyable in any lighting environment.
The iPhone 8 display also has improved color reproduction, making photos on the smartphone screen look even brighter and more saturated. And thanks to dual-domain pixels, the display can be viewed from almost any angle.
iPhone 8 / apple.com
The maximum brightness of the iPhone 8 display is 625 cd/m². And in terms of this display indicator, the iPhone 8 is no different from the previous model. The screen of the new Apple smartphone is very bright; there are no problems with recognizing text or images even in bright natural light. The iPhone 8 display contrast is 1400:1.
Specifications
At the heart of the iPhone 8 is a system based on six-core processor A11 Bionic - a chip unique to all Apple mobile devices. Four A11 Bionic cores are responsible for efficiency, and two for performance. The performance cores of the A11 Bionic are 25% faster than those in the A10 Fusion processor, which is installed in the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, and the efficiency is 75%. The A11 Bionic processor has 4.3 billion transistors.
iPhone 8 features a second-generation Performance Controller that gives the processor extra power if necessary. It is noteworthy that with such acceleration of the A11 Bionic, charge iPhone 8 is used sparingly. iPhone 8 has a triple-core graphics chip that is 30% faster than the previous model. Apple developed the new video chip themselves, without the help of other companies.
In words, the iPhone 8 is a real performance monster. But how will the smartphone perform in synthetic tests?
iPhone 8 has fully proven and confirmed all the rave reviews about its performance from Apple executives. The six-core A11 Bionic chip simply tore apart all others flagship smartphones. In the Geekbench 4 benchmark, the iPhone 8 scored 4248 points in single-core mode. Compared to the iPhone 7, the increase was 17.9%, but compared to Samsung flagships it was many times more. The iPhone 8 is 54% faster than the Galaxy S8 and 53% faster than the recently released Galaxy Note8.
In multi-core mode in the Geekbench 4 benchmark, the situation has changed somewhat. Far behind the iPhone 8 is the iPhone 7, whose A10 Fusion processor has two fewer cores.
Testing in the AnTuTu 6 benchmark confirms the enormous iPhone advantage 8 in terms of performance. And if the lag of the same iPhone 7 and Galaxy S8 does not seem surprising; after all, these are smartphones of the previous generation, then it is not the highest performance of the Galaxy Note8 that is striking. Newest samsung smartphone, which came out at the end of August 2017, is very far behind the iPhone 8.
The conclusion from the synthetic testing carried out is quite simple. iPhone 8 is the most powerful smartphone of 2017. Taking into account the experience of previous years, we can confidently say that the iPhone 8 will remain so for many months, probably until the release of the next Apple smartphone. Of course, let's make an amendment - iPhone 8 is one of the three most powerful smartphones in the world. He is accompanied on the podium by the iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone X.
Needless to say, the live performance of the iPhone 8 is at an incredible level. The smartphone instantly responds to any actions and quickly completes all tasks. Launching any applications and games is given by iPhone 8 with incredible ease. The same applies to switching between applications. Despite the fact that the iPhone 8 only has 2 GB of RAM, most often earlier running applications the smartphone does not have to be restarted.
In modern 3D games, the iPhone 8 is simply amazing. A very resource-intensive game World of Tanks Blitz at maximum graphics settings on the iPhone 8 “flies like in a fairy tale.” The number of frames per second always remains at a confident level above 60. FPS drops do not occur even in intense battles. The picture quality is simply excellent. Of course, we can’t talk about the console level (as Apple likes to do) in the case of World of Tanks Blitz, but the graphics look great.
The A11 Bionic processor specifically focuses on additional reality. Work with it is performed at the highest speed, due to which the smoothness and realism are significantly increased. What's more, the most demanding and immersive AR apps and games will run exactly as they were designed, only on iPhone 8.
A11 Bionic supports the second generation Metal graphics technology introduced at WWDC 2017. Developers will have the opportunity to create console-level games that can be played directly on the iPhone 8.
Sound
iPhone 8 has improved stereo speakers that Apple says are 25% louder and deliver better deep bass. And indeed it is. The new stereo speakers are noticeably louder, although we wouldn’t talk about a 25% increase in volume. The speakers sound 15 percent louder - an excellent increase. Considering that there was no need to complain about the volume of the speakers in the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus (the first Apple smartphones with stereo speakers), there is no thought about it in the iPhone 8.
But when it comes to deeper bass, Apple hasn’t sugar-coated it at all. iPhone 8 delivers excellent deep bass, which is especially noticeable when listening to music and watching movies. If you are not a fan of watching movies from a smartphone, then the iPhone 8 can convince you of this in literally 10 minutes.
Battery
According to official data from Apple, the iPhone 8 "lasts approximately the same as the iPhone 7." That is:
- Up to 14 hours talk time.
- Up to 12 hours on the Internet.
- Up to 13 hours of video playback.
- Up to 40 hours of audio playback.
Even though the thickness of the iPhone 8 case has increased by 0.2 mm compared to its predecessor, the battery capacity of the smartphone has been reduced. Capacity iPhone batteries 8 is 1821 mAh, which is 139 mAh less than the iPhone 7. Apple reduced the size of the iPhone 8 battery in order to accommodate other necessary for a smartphone Components. Thanks to the extremely energy efficient Apple processor A11 Bionic, iPhone 8 battery life has not decreased compared to iPhone 7.
Moreover, according to the “live” sensations, the autonomy of the iPhone 8 has increased. In the first days of testing the smartphone, from morning until late evening we took photos, videos, carried out various tests, launched heavy applications, sent pictures and screenshots to work email via LTE. I had to charge the iPhone 8 only at night. Considering such a serious load, the smartphone showed its best side.
Fast charging
iPhone 8 was one of the first three Apple smartphones to support fast charging. The smartphone can be charged from 0 to 50% in just 30 minutes. True, under one very important condition, which Apple executives tactfully kept silent about at the presentation of the iPhone 8. You can quickly charge your iPhone 8 only when using Apple USB-C power adapters with a power of 29 W, 61 W or 87 W. None of these chargers are included with the iPhone 8.
In the online store Apple chargers devices are sold at the following prices:
- USB-C power adapter 29 W - RUB 3,590.
- Apple USB-C 61 W power adapter - RUB 5,490.
- Apple USB-C power adapter 87 W - RUB 5,790.
So, to be able to quickly charge the iPhone 8, the smartphone owner will have to take a closer look at one of these chargers. Otherwise, the iPhone 8 will charge in the most normal way.
Wireless charger
Along with the iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone X, the iPhone 8 received support for wireless charging. The glass body of the smartphone made the presence of wireless charging on the smartphone as painless as possible. iPhone 8 ships like everyone else previous iPhones- with a regular charger and USB/Lightning cable. There is no docking station included, which means that to wirelessly charge your smartphone, you will have to buy a charging station separately. There will be no problems with choosing a docking station. iPhone 8 supports Qi chargers, of which there are many on the market.
iPhone 8 / apple.com
Apple also presented its unique charging dock - AirPower. The main feature of AirPower is the ability to charge three devices simultaneously. True, it is impossible to purchase a docking station now. It will go on sale only in 2018.
iPhone 8 / apple.com
Until AirPower is released, Apple recommends charging the iPhone 8 using charging docks from Belkin and Mophie. We tested the Mophie charger and were a little disappointed. iPhone 8 charges slowly. In 30 minutes, the iPhone 8 was only charged 15%. You won't be able to quickly charge your iPhone 8 wirelessly. Charging via a Lightning cable will be faster in any case.
In addition, the iPhone 8 gets quite hot when charging wirelessly. And this is provided that for charging we did not use the cheapest docking station made by Mophie. On more affordable variants, the iPhone 8 will likely get even hotter. The very fact that the smartphone heats up strongly during charging is already alarming, since batteries, as you know, do not like either high or low temperatures.
Waterproof
iPhone 8 is protected from water and dust according to the IP67 standard. This means that there is no improvement in security compared to the iPhone 7.
Cameras
The iPhone 8 has a new wide-angle camera with the old resolution of 12 megapixels. Although the number of megapixels has not changed, all other camera characteristics have been improved significantly. The iPhone 8 camera has a six-element ƒ/1.8 lens, optical stabilization Images. The 12-megapixel matrix itself has become faster, which has a noticeable effect when shooting.
Thanks to the new iPhone processor 8 A11 Bionic smartphone camera allows you to take great pictures and shoot great videos without the need to install additional settings.
The iPhone 8 camera signal processor can recognize not only people in the frame, but also movements, lighting brightness and many other details. This processor developed by Apple - its technology is unique and is not used in any other smartphone.
In software terms, the iPhone 8 camera has received other improvements. It features pixel processing technology, faster autofocus, improved HDR image quality and a wider color gamut.
Examples of pictures taken with the iPhone 8 camera
In natural light 
Under artificial light
iPhone 8 vs iPhone 7 Plus: comparison of shooting quality
In artificial lighting conditions, the quality of pictures taken with the cameras of the iPhone 8 and iPhone 7 Plus is generally similar. The only visible differences are in the background detail, which is higher in the iPhone 8 camera.
iPhone 8
iPhone 7 Plus
In one photo
In conditions of excellent natural light, the cameras of both smartphones show excellent results. Excellent color rendition, no distortion in multiple transitions between bright colors, high detail. If we consider the main objects, the camera of the iPhone 7 Plus is in no way inferior to the camera of the iPhone 8, but small objects, in particular in the background, were better captured by the camera of the new smartphone.
iPhone 8
iPhone 7 Plus
In one photo
iPhone 8 vs iPhone 8 Plus: comparison of shooting quality
In the first photo, in bright artificial lighting, the difference between the cameras of the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus cannot be called serious. Only by closely studying the detail of the ornament on the walls can you see that the dual camera of the iPhone 8 Plus coped with the task better. Against the general background, there are no significant differences between the images.
iPhone 8
iPhone 8 Plus
In one photo
The situation is similar in the second test image; there is no significant difference in the quality of the photo cameras of the two smartphones.
iPhone 8
iPhone 8 Plus
In one photo
The overall picture remains the same in the photo with excellent daylight. Both cameras handled shooting large objects perfectly and at the same level. The only visible difference is the wide shooting angle of the iPhone 8 Plus camera.
iPhone 8
iPhone 8 Plus
In one photo
Examples of shooting video with an iPhone camera
An example of shooting a daytime video on an iPhone 8 camera
An example of shooting an evening video on an iPhone 8 camera
An example of shooting a night video on an iPhone 8 camera
54,990 rub.
Bottom line
iPhone 8 leaves a mixed impression. On the one hand, this is the best smartphone ever released by Apple and it will remain so until the release of the iPhone X. The iPhone 8 has improved all the basic and important characteristics and, it would seem, what more could you want? However, on the other hand, the iPhone 8 does not feel truly new generation. If Apple had called this smartphone “iPhone 7s”, no one would have expected anything completely new from it. We would take an improved one out of the box iPhone version 7 and were amazed at how many dramatic changes there were.
Simply put, the iPhone 8 falls short of the “eight” and feels exactly like the iPhone 7s. Even despite the glass case, wireless charging, unique processor and other innovations.
But if you discard all these thoughts and evaluate the iPhone 8 simply as a smartphone, without turning around at the iPhone 7, without raising your head in an attempt to see the approaching iPhone X, then this smartphone close to ideal. Incredible performance, a great camera that produces images at the level of non-professional SLR cameras, wireless charging, fast charging, elegant appearance and some kind of magic glass that does not slip and feels very nice.
Who should buy
Who shouldn't buy
Owners of the iPhone 7 should think carefully before buying the iPhone 8. You'll enjoy many new features, an updated camera and wireless charging (if you buy a docking station), but there won't be any strong new emotions from owning the iPhone 8. iPhone users 7, we recommend paying close attention to the iPhone X, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and iPhone XR.
Today, thanks to TENAA documents, the new iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus smartphones have smaller batteries compared to their predecessors. We don’t yet know what battery capacity is installed in the iPhone X, but we can tell you another, no less interesting fact. It turns out that the 5.8-inch display on the iPhone X Anniversary model is actually “smaller” than the 5.5-inch screen on the iPhone 8 Plus. This paradox is due to differences in displays.
As you know, with the release of the new iPhone X smartphone, Apple joined many other manufacturers who have already converted their flagships to what marketers call a “frameless” design. The device received an unusually shaped display with thin frames and with a cutout for the TrueDepth camera system and other sensors. At the same time, the screen of the iPhone X turned out to be more elongated in height and is characterized by a resolution of 2436x1125 pixels, which corresponds to an aspect ratio of 2.17:1. At the same time, the iPhone 8 Plus model is equipped with a “regular” screen without any cutouts with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 16:9. Actually, this difference leads to an unexpected result when calculating the effective screen area.
Apple uses dots as an absolute reference, so let's follow their lead and not go into the nuances associated with resolution differences, as that is a completely different topic. We are only interested in the “pure” screen size.
So, 2436x1125 pixels corresponds to 812x375 pixels (magnification factor 3x) in iPhone case X and 736x414 pixels in the case of the iPhone 8 Plus (2208x1242 pixels).
To begin with, you can use a simplified model and calculate the effective area of the screens, not taking into account the large notch and curved edges of the iPhone X display. For a more complete picture, you can calculate the screen area for the iPhone 8. The screen area of the iPhone X is approximately 375 * 812 = 304500 pixels , while the exact area of iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone 8 is 304704 (414 * 736) points and 250125 (375 * 667) points respectively. And without subtracting the cutout area from the iPhone X result, it is clear that the iPhone 8 Plus display has a large area.
To find out exactly how much more we need to do a few more mathematical calculations. More specifically, you need to calculate the exact area of the cutout and the exact area of the corners of the screen. Fortunately, knowing the radii of the curves, this is possible. The source provides images of smartphone screens with all sizes and calculations; there is no particular point in reprinting them. Note that after subtracting the excess zones and adding the area of the corners, the net area of the iPhone X came out to be 296,724 pixels. Thus, the screen area of the iPhone X is 97.38% of the area of the iPhone 8 Plus. In other words, the iPhone X screen is 2.6% smaller in size than the iPhone 8 Plus screen. You can clearly see the difference in the image below, showing the iPhone X display on top of the iPhone 8 Plus screen.
Below is another table with the main characteristics of the new iPhone displays:
| Display options | iPhone X | iPhone 8 | iPhone 8Plus |
| Aspect Ratio | 2.17:1 | 16:9 or 1.78:1 | 16:9 or 1.78:1 |
| Diagonal size, inches | 5,85 | 4,7 | 5,5 |
| Resolution, pixels | 2436x1125 | 1334x750 | 1920x1080 |
| Effective area, points | 296724 | 250125 | 304704 |
| Ratio of screen area to front panel area |
