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4G IPS LCD Smartphone

Blackview S8 Dual SIM LTE-A

Blackview · Announced Oct 2017

About Blackview S8

The Blackview S8 presents a modestly sized 5.7‑inch IPS TFT LCD panel that delivers a 720 × 1440 pixel resolution, offering a clear but not high‑definition viewing experience suited to everyday media consumption and web browsing. Running Android 7.0 Nougat, the phone balances the familiar Google ecosystem with a respectable 4 GB of RAM, which should keep multitasking smooth for typical apps and social media use. Its chassis measures 71.9 × 154 × 8.5 mm and tips the scales at 191 g, giving it a solid, slightly hefty feel in hand, while a 3 180 mAh battery provides enough capacity for a full day of mixed usage without demanding frequent recharges.

Designed as a single‑SIM handset, the Blackview S8 focuses on core functionality rather than premium frills. The modest dimensions and weight make it comfortable to hold, and the combination of a mid‑range display, decent memory, and a battery sized for extended sessions positions it as a practical option for users who prioritize reliability and straightforward performance over cutting‑edge specifications.

Technical Specifications

Display
Size
5.7 inch
Type
Color IPS TFT LCD display
Resolution
720x1440
Color depth
24-bit, 8-bit HDR
Subpixel
RGB Matrix (3 subpixels)
Screen-to-body
75.7%
Active area
64.76 × 129.51 mm
Touch
Capacitive multi-touch sensing screen
Performance
Processor
MediaTek
CPU
Octa-core, up to 1.5 GHz
GPU
ARM Mali-T860
Process
28 nm
Platform
Google Android
Memory
RAM
4 GiB
Battery
Capacity
3180 mAh
Type
Lithium-ion polymer (LiPo)
Cameras
Main
4224×3136 · 1× optical visibility
Front
4224×3136 visibility
Dimensions
Size
71.9 × 154 × 8.5 mm
Weight
191 g
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 4
Wi-Fi services
Wi-Fi Tethering
Bluetooth profiles
A2DP, AVRCP
USB
USB Type-C reversible
USB services
USB charging, USB fast charging, USB Host, USB On-The-Go 1.0, USB On-The-Go 1.3, USB Power Delivery
GPS
GPS
FM radio
Yes
LTE · 5 bandsUMTS · 2 bandsGSM · 4 bands
All LTE bands (5)
  • LTE 1800 MHz (Band 3)
  • LTE 2100 MHz (Band 1)
  • LTE 2600 MHz (Band 7)
  • LTE 800 MHz (Band 20) bands
  • LTE 900 MHz (Band 8)
All UMTS bands (2)
  • UMTS 2100MHz (Band I, IMT)
  • UMTS 900MHz (Band VIII)
All GSM bands (4)
  • GSM 1800MHz (B3)
  • GSM 1900MHz (PCS, B2)
  • GSM 850MHz (B5)
  • GSM 900MHz (B8)
Audio
Channels
stereo
Output
3.5mm
Sensors
Sensors
Accelerometer, Compass, Fingerprint sensor, Light intensity sensor, Proximity sensor
Features
Fingerprint
Yes (fingerprint sensor)
SIM
Nano-SIM (4FF) · Dual standby
Markets
Africa, Eastern Europe, Europe, Middle East, Oceania, Western Europe (Belgium, Colombia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Moldova, Netherlands, Panama, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, UK, Ukraine)
Extras
Haptic touch feedback
Software extras
Navigation software
Regulatory
Data status
Final

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