News in Short
- Samsung Galaxy A08 has launched in India at Rs. 18,499.
- It comes with a 6.7-inch HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate.
- The phone is powered by the MediaTek Helio G99+ chipset.
- It packs a 6,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging.
- The Galaxy A08 features a 50MP primary rear camera.
Samsung has expanded its affordable smartphone portfolio in India with the Galaxy A08. The new smartphone focuses on battery capacity, a high-refresh-rate display and long-term software support.
The Samsung Galaxy A08 is priced at Rs. 18,499 for its sole 4GB RAM and 64GB storage configuration. It also brings a 50MP rear camera and a MediaTek Helio G99+ chipset.
Samsung Galaxy A08 price and availability
The Galaxy A08 comes in Dark Blue, Green and Silver colour options. Samsung has made the phone available through Samsung Exclusive Stores, partner retailers and Samsung.com.
It will also be available through other online platforms.
Samsung is offering zero-interest EMI options for eligible customers. These include up to six months through eligible bank cards and up to nine months through NBFC partners.
Galaxy A08 gets a 90Hz display
The Galaxy A08 features a 6.7-inch HD+ PLS LCD display. The panel supports a 90Hz refresh rate.
The phone measures 8mm in thickness. It also uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection on the front.
Samsung has also given the handset an IP64 rating for dust and splash resistance. This adds some protection against everyday exposure to dust and water splashes.
MediaTek Helio G99+ powers the phone
The Galaxy A08 runs on the MediaTek Helio G99+ chipset. Samsung pairs it with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage.
Users can expand the storage by up to 2TB using a microSD card.
For security, the smartphone includes Samsung Knox protection. The system is designed to protect sensitive information such as passwords and biometric data.
50MP camera leads the rear setup
For photography, the Galaxy A08 gets a dual-camera setup at the back.
The primary camera uses a 50MP sensor with an f/1.8 aperture. It works alongside a 2MP depth sensor with an f/2.4 aperture.
At the front, the phone has an 8MP camera with an f/2.0 aperture. It supports selfies and video calls.
One UI 9 brings AI features
The Galaxy A08 runs Android 16-based One UI 9. Samsung is promising six generations of OS upgrades and six years of security updates.
The software also brings several AI-powered features. These include Circle to Search 3.0, Gemini and Perplexity.
Users can access Gemini and Perplexity through voice commands. They can also launch them by long-pressing the power button.
The phone further supports Quick Share and Modes and Routines. These features connect it with Samsung’s wider Galaxy ecosystem.
6,000mAh battery supports 25W charging
Samsung has equipped the Galaxy A08 with a 6,000mAh battery. The battery supports 25W fast charging.
The combination gives the phone a strong focus on endurance. However, Samsung has not specified a claimed battery runtime for the device.
With its large battery, 90Hz display and long software support, the Galaxy A08 targets buyers looking for an affordable Samsung smartphone with everyday features and extended usage.
