Apple·Premium · Released Sep 2017
iPhone 8
The compact home-button iPhone, modernised with glass and Qi.
63/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$699
Color · Space Gray
Display
4.7" LCD 60 Hz
Chipset
Apple A11 Bionic
Memory
2 GB · 64 GB
Main cam
12 MP · f/1.8
Battery
1,821 mAh
Weight
148 g
AI Snapshot
A compact 2017 iPhone — now strictly a legacy device.
The iPhone 8 modernised the classic 4.7" design with glass and wireless charging. The tiny battery and low-res screen make it a historical entry rather than a recommendation.
Subscores · 0–100
Display60
Camera66
Performance66
Battery56
Build78
Value60
- Compact and light at 148 g.
- Glass back with wireless charging.
- Touch ID home button.
- A11 chip was fast for 2017.
Full specifications
Type
Retina HD IPS LCD, 60 Hz
Size
4.7 inches
Resolution
1,334 × 750 px (326 ppi)
Protection
Ion-strengthened glass
Main
12 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Selfie
7 MP, f/2.2
Video
4K @ 60 fps
Features
Portrait Lighting (front)
Benchmarks
vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -78.7%
This
345,000
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -68.8%
This
905
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -74.1%
This
2,100
Class avg
8,100
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -90.3%
This
6.0 fps
Class avg
62.0 fps
Frequently asked questions
When was the iPhone 8 released?
The iPhone 8 was released in Sep 2017.
What is the iPhone 8 screen size and type?
The iPhone 8 has a 4.7" LCD 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the iPhone 8 use?
The iPhone 8 is powered by the Apple A11 Bionic chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the iPhone 8 have?
The iPhone 8 ships with 2 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the iPhone 8 battery capacity?
The iPhone 8 has a 1,821 mAh battery.
What is the iPhone 8 main camera?
The iPhone 8 has a 12 MP · f/1.8 main camera.
Does the iPhone 8 have 5G?
The iPhone 8 does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the iPhone 8 waterproof?
The iPhone 8 is rated IP67 for dust and water resistance.