| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $170.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE
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| Launch | Announced | 2017, September. Released 2017, October |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 154 x 71.9 x 8.5 mm (6.06 x 2.83 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 190 g (6.70 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Micro-SIM | |
| Display | Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 5.7 inches, 83.8 cm2 (~75.7% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~282 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Android 7.0 (Nougat) |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6750T (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.0 GHz Cortex-A53) | |
| GPU | Mali-T860MP2 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDXC |
| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM | |
| Features | eMMC 5.1 | |
| Main Camera | Dual |
13 MP, f/2.0, AF Auxiliary lens |
| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Dual |
13 MP, AF, f/2.0 VGA, depth sensor |
| Features | LED flash | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | |
| Features | Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | Type | 3180 mAh, non-removable |
| Charging | 10W wired | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, Gold, Blue |
| Price | About 170 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Blackview S8
Advantages
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
- Employs standard LCD panel technology rather than deep-black AMOLED
Engineered from the ground up with a focus on structural poise and industrial refinement, the Blackview S8 exemplifies Blackview's contemporary hardware craftsmanship. The exterior is assembled with a structurally reinforced chassis, providing a rigid backbone that resists torsional stress while remaining comfortable during prolonged handheld sessions. Up front, visual interaction is commanded by a responsive IPS LCD display measuring 5.7 inches , calibrated for precise color rendition, deep contrast, and remarkable outdoor legibility.
Internal computing horsepower is governed by the Mediatek MT6750T (28 nm) architecture. The silicon handles heavy compute workloads, high-framerate rendering, and extensive background multitasking with robust thermal dissipation and zero perceptible UI hesitation. On the photographic front, the optics module—centered on a 13MP primary sensor—operates with disciplined exposure metering, yielding natural contrast balance and reliable detail preservation across diverse lighting scenarios.
Sustained endurance is delivered by a 3180mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds designed to minimize downtime throughout grueling work schedules. With modern network support including steady 4G LTE, the Blackview S8 emerges as a technically accomplished, impeccably assembled device built for lasting everyday performance.
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