BASEL HASHISH I think the Snapdragon 835 will beat the Exynos. I saw a video earlier where the 821 in the LG G6 went up against the Samsung Exynos and the Exynos barely beat it. so if I had to bet I'd put my money on the Snapdragon 835.
I remember PhoneBuff made a video and talked about how SnapDragon in Samsung S7 was inferior to the Exynos, however he also mentioned that it had fantastic performance in other phones like the LG you're referring to, basically it's not a problem with the processor itself, but how Samsung optimizes it in their phones.
BASEL HASHISH last year the Exynos was faster than the 820 I saw the S7 edge video. but this time around I think the Snapdragon is faster. and the video I watched earlier the Exynos did a good job and managed RAM well but the 821 just kept hanging around and wouldn't go away. the Exynos won that battle but not by much. I don't think it would beat the 835.
BASEL HASHISH 'Optimize' seems to be the most overused word in the smartphone world right now. The Exynos is technically superior to the SD, with it's custom large cores. The clock speed of the Exynos 8895 is 2.3 and 1.7 vs 2.35 and 1.9 on the SD 835, yet it scores higher in benchmarks. It's also more efficient. You have to remember that Samsung phones use heavy skins with a lot of features, which is bound to have some effect on performance. Regardless of which phone the Exynos 8895 is in, it would perform better than the SD 835.
I have the S8+. I am probably at the higher end of the unlocking, too. I am 5' 7", and have average sized hands, and I don't have any trouble reaching the fingerprint scanner. It might miss once per day, at the most. The only time I feel the need to use the screen reducing gesture is when I'm using my off hand. The only time I have trouble reaching a corner is when I reach for the lower corners. Then, it gets top heavy. Put simply, I love the plus and its size. No complaints.
i got the s8+, bigger display and the battery is amazing, i don't care about one handed at all, i love using 2 hands for my phone, and the fingerprint is none issue is really easy to get used to it with a case. After hearing all this non sense about being hard, is comes natural after a few week's, i really thought it was gonna be an issue, loving this phone!
themessiah809 I your opinion, my original choice was the s8+ but I keep watching these videos that says it's too big or not easy to handle but I've always wanted to switch to a bigger phone I have the Galaxy s6 and the s8 is the same size just a bigger screen so what's the point? Do you really think one can get used to it in a month perhaps? because if yes then forget the s8
benchmarks dont equal everyday usage the extra ram faster animations and better ram management on the oneplus will destroy the samsung even if its processor is faster
I totally agree with you really. A 5.8 inch screen is more than enough. One thing the fingerprint is very accurate like 99% of the time for me at least
I agree completely with all the points you mentioned in this video. I was REALLY deliberating between the S8 and the S8+. I had used an iPhone 6 plus, 6s Plus and iPhone 7 for almost a year and a half between the three phones so I was accustomed to two handed devices. I've got to say I really don't have any regrets about switching to the S8, it's been an absolutely great phone to use and it's SO nice to have such a large screen in such a small form factor compared to the iphones. it really brings me back to the days I was using the LG G2. I have no desire to get the plus variety
on the s8+. the fingerprint button is in good place tbh it's reachable with a case. I like it. idk why they say it's hard lol with case it's better. I know if it was lower. But it's easy for me
David, your reviews are SO PROFESSIONAL !!!! I love your reviews, they're not biased and you have good points and convinced me to buy the S8 instead of the S8+
the thing with samsung is, they make great hardware but their software side is far behind. if they used their own OS with optimization on apple level it would be a beast
TBH I don't get the finger print scanner complaints. I have average sized adult male hands and have no issues reaching it on my S8+. Additionally, since I'm using a case that provides a tactile reference I've never accidentally touched the lens.
Great video you have there, I also bought the S8 over the S8+ due to the fingerprint scanner as well. Have you tried putting on a case? I find myself reaching the fingerprint scanner a lot easier as there's a cut on the back to make you feel right.
Hey, these phones are on an awesome sale right now, and will be for a while. 575 and 675US for the S8 and S8+ on amazon and best buy. That is a steal for these phones, because they still are the best phones you can buy right now.
I have the S8+ and love it. You get used to the size. I have had no issue with the finger print reader and have been using the left index finger to turn it on holding the phone in the left hand; sometimes with the right hang to stabilize the device to be on the safe side. I am using Nova Launcher for "Gestures & Inputs" so that I don't have to reach to the top of the screen to pull down the notification shade, instead I have "swipe down" for the notification shade and another swipe down for the Quick Settings and a "double tap" to sleep. Nova Launcher's folders also make it easiet for one-handed use as folders to the left of centre open to the left side of the screen, folders in the centre open in the centre and folders open to the right if on the right side of the display. This way you can put your most important apps in folders on the side of the hand you are most likely to hold the phone, in my case, on the left for easier left-handed use vs Touch Wiz which has the folder open in the centre of the display making it difficult to reach apps at the top of the folder. Using Touch Wiz makes the phone a 2-handed phone no doubt.
I think it still gives time, I trust your channel tests to choose my smartphone. I also have the impression that many people are waiting for your test because TH-cam's search suggestions suggest 's8 drop test phonebuff' when I type 's8 drop ..'.
I agree for almost all of the reasons you mentioned. I chose the standard S8 also because of easier pocket ability. Great video, enjoy your passion for what you do. Also, I have average to large size hands and have no problems using the fingerprint scanner. Sure, it's not located well, but with my case and the repetitive use, I can nail it 99% of the time.
Shadow Gamer It does shut up already, Oxynos does, order from europe if you have an issue,I I barely keep more than 2 apps open in the background so no one really cares bout that feature
I have the S8 Plus and I'm loving it. I was a huge apple fan boy and this phone is fulfilling all my wants and needs. The battery life is crazy powerful considering the always on display. I haven't thought twice about switching back to my iPhone 7 plus.
I got the s8 plus and I do agree with you on that finger print scanner part, but everything else works amazing. In my opinion I like the bigger screen more, it fits in my hand perfectly and it's great when typing papers which I do a lot. Amazing phone over all, definitely the best 2017 phone as of right now.
Same as you. I went with the smaller S8. I have used Nexus 6 in the past. And when I held the S8+ in my hand, all that nightmare came back to me. And I chose to not go through all of that ever again.
I personally like the fingerprint location... it takes about half a second to unlock, it is incredibly easy to get use to in my opinion. The option to use it as a touch gesture for pulling down the task bar is very cool too! But I can understand some people being on edge (no pun intended) about it.
S8 for all the reasons you said. As for battery life, I am getting 16 - 17 hours per full charge with normal usage (for me at least). It isn't much of a bother with fast charge, you can top up another 10-15% quickly when needed.
Awesome video my friend. Great points being made on the S8. I ended up with the S8 plus for screen real-estate. I'm a TH-cam addict. Keep it up on the great videos.
I think the S8 Plus loses a lot with the fingerprint scanner placement and tall, narrow screen. I would prefer it to be wider like my 6S Plus. I'll wait for the Note 8.
Totally agree with you, even with big hands & long fingers, I still have issues reaching all the parts of the screen, it's just people have been brought up thinking bigger is better.
With operating this Samsung Galaxy S 8 plus for 2 months now I highly recommend going with the plus! This phone is the best I've ever had! Go for the plus!
Bogdan Lupas stop complaint about no headphone jack just use adapter or wireless headphones. If someone is able to but an iPhone then it definitely able to but an worked headphones..
S8 is about the same size as the S7 Edge. yet it has a larger screen. I applaud your reasoning for moving to the S8. the finger sensor works well at this size.
I had the s8+ in my cart when I was preordering, then I went back and changed it to the s8 at the last minute, because I wanted a smaller form factor after using an iPhone 6 Plus for 2.5 years and loved how I could have a small form factor yet a bigger screen. A 5.8" screen is definitely big enough. I got used to my 6 Plus, but it was never comfortable to hold.
Luiz Fernando how do these tech youtube even hold their phones??? I have a fairly small hand and I can reach the fingerprint scanner easily... I didn't even stretch my hand...
Never in my life, has anyone, ever came up to me and said "look how good my phone looks.". Therefore I've never understood why somebody buys a phone based on looks
Nobody comes up and says how good your car looks or your new clothes or your new Ray Ban sunglasses. People just want good looking things. It makes them feel good. I completely understand why people buy phones based on looks.
Jake People do come up on people complimenting the things you mentioned everyday even i do it to others but no one goes up to someone complimenting there phone
Coming from the iPhone 7+ the S8 is absolutely the perfect size for me. Getting a bigger screen in a smaller, much more manageable footprint is a major win all around.
Same I have XXL hands even the Galaxy S8, Note 4, Samsung A7, LG V20 they all feel small in my hands as does the Galaxy S8+ but not as much as most phones!
I got the s8plus for one reason: the only model supporting 128gb plus expandable and 6 gb ram. He screen size is massive and using one hand is tough. It's probably the best media consumption device out there. If reaching notification is an issue then use the finger print sensor to bring it down
No problem, with picking up the phone with my left hand, when I do, my index finger, rest right on the touch id sensor. Both the S8 and S8 +, work with my left hand. The right hand does have issues, reaching across to the sensor.
I agree with David! However, I'm still over the moon with my S7E which does everything I want it to do and more (with a bigger battery still) so I'm hanging on for the S9
i love my s8! I made the right decision getting s8 over s8+. I totally agree with everything you said. the fingerprint scanner is within reach in s8 than in s8+. I also noticed (my friend has s8+) that s8+ has bigger battery because it needs to support more energy to support the phone. On my own opinion, s8+ seems to go lowbat faster than s8 in regular use. :)
I respect your decision... you gave good reasons too. this is the first phone I've seen where I thought "if I could get that would I choose the smaller or the larger version?" (normally I just say larger)
Henry Chaisritha Simple answer is no you shouldn't upgrade. s7 is still a screamer of a phone . people these days upgrade phones like pairs of socks. I have s7 edge I don't like change it, my next phone is s9
My Exynos s7edge is just as good, if not better than a snapdragon s8. Mine gets just under 2000 single core and around 6200 multi on Geekbench4. There is NO apparent difference in performance to an s8, it has a better fingerprint scanner, a larger battery and now is cheaper (if you're shopping for a phone). So yeah, an argument for 'better' can be made. I was going to upgrade to an s8, till I realised it wouldn't be an upgrade so much as avoidable unnecessary expense. If you've got an Apple or an older Samsung, sure get an s8 but if you've got an s7/edge, especially the Exynos variant, don't bother.
I went from a Nexus 6P to the S8 because I wanted something more comfortable to carry around in my pocket. It did take some getting used to, and I'm not thrilled about the curved edges, but now I can put on my shoes without feeling like my phone's going to break in half. And it doesn't look like I have a butcher's block in my pocket.
I weighed all this when I bought the s8+, and more. For me it came down to screen size, since I watch crunchyroll and Netflix on the go a lot. I'm very satisfied with the hardware and OS though. Its very responsive and stable. The otter box case kinda solves the finger print issue. Really only one way to get your finger over the sensor, and it rarely misreads your prints that way. My hands are messed up, so I couldn't use a phone one handed if I wanted to. So two hand holding it isn't an issue for me, no choice. Wish they put an IR beam on it. Miss using my s4 as a remote.
I struggled with this decision as well. I like the bigger phones as well, but the plus isn't that much bigger for an extra $100. But I went with the plus anyway. The fingerprint reader is in perfect reach for me with my right hand and I can drag down the notification bar with it as well. I love it. I pretty much have no use for a tablet now.
I'm in love with the S8+ because the screen realestate is SPECTACULAR! Tbh I wish it was larger and I'm looking forward to the Note 8 bcuz I'm missing my Spen and that fact the screen will be larger, along with possible dual rear cameras and embedded fingerprint scanner on the front. I enjoy your channel and thanks for expressing your true opinion abt thd S8 and S8+
I went with the S8 too. The S8 (non +) screen was larger than my iPhone 7 Plus in a smaller and lighter footprint. I'm loving my S8 and my pockets are glad I didn't go with the +.
I'm using S8+ and have been since 20th April. I'm being totally honest here, I actually like the placement of the fingerprint scanner if the phones in your hand at the time but if it's lying down it's so annoying having to put your pin. Overall cracking phone.
I went with the S8+. Previous phone was Note5. I have visual difficulties so I like a bigger phone. It actually fits in my pocket better than the Note! Love this phone.
I totally agree. my s8 is my first "small" smart phone since blackberry pearl. And I have loved all the big and best phones, the big note 2 all the notes plus a few other big smart phones including the v10 and v20. But this is the right choice.
I went through same conclusions. This is the first time I could downsize my phone and have bigger screen than S7edge. By the way did you notice when you pick up old s7edge It feels like holding phone/pancake crossover?
once again you've done a brilliant video and I'm glad you're sticking to your guns about apologizing too much because I'm the same way because down to convenience and Common Sense because it's you that have to use the phone so you handle the points of both folds tremendously perfect in my opinion well. I look forward to more of your videos and enjoy using your S8
I haven't yet had a problem with the fingerprint scanner, or the iris scanner. I hit the power button and it's not even a sec after looking at the iris scanner that my phone is unlocked. Hell, most of the time, the scanner doesn't pop up because its so snappy. The only time it does is when im not looking directly at the phone. As far as the fingerprint scanner, it's honestly easily accessible even with me being a lefty and having smaller hands. sometimes I may have to use both hands, but I've been doing with all of my smart phones, so it's nothing new, or anything for me to complain about. Yes, I don't wear glasses, but I do wear sunglasses, but I don't think that there will be a phone that could scan your iris through dark lenses. I'm ultimately satisfied with my S8+.
If it were me, I'd go for the S8+. I held both in person and because my hands are really big (I can even hold a 9.7-inch iPad from side to side with one hand, albeit being a small stretch), the S8+ feels no different from my current Moto Z, and reaching the top wasn't too much of a deal due to my aforementioned large hands, along with the fingerprint sensor since my index finger is pretty long (again, my experience but I still maintain that the S8's FPS is still not in an ideal location for all hand sizes). I love big phones, in other words, and because my hands seem to be unconventionally large, it feels strangely comfy, even though it might not be so for those with smaller hands.
I bought the s8 for the exactly the same reasons you just mentioned on this video. s8 plus was way out of my comfort zone even thought I upgraded from my s7 edge.
I'm loving the S8 right now. Best hardware package ever on a smartphone.
PhoneBuff make more video
PhoneBuff S8 Exynoss vs iPhone 7 Speed Test?
PhoneBuff where is the drop test
Is it worth upgrading over S7 Edge?
Where is the drop test dude
Still waiting for the S8 (SnapDragon) VS S8 (Exynos) speed test !!
BASEL HASHISH same :/
BASEL HASHISH I think the Snapdragon 835 will beat the Exynos. I saw a video earlier where the 821 in the LG G6 went up against the Samsung Exynos and the Exynos barely beat it. so if I had to bet I'd put my money on the Snapdragon 835.
I remember PhoneBuff made a video and talked about how SnapDragon in Samsung S7 was inferior to the Exynos, however he also mentioned that it had fantastic performance in other phones like the LG you're referring to, basically it's not a problem with the processor itself, but how Samsung optimizes it in their phones.
BASEL HASHISH last year the Exynos was faster than the 820 I saw the S7 edge video. but this time around I think the Snapdragon is faster. and the video I watched earlier the Exynos did a good job and managed RAM well but the 821 just kept hanging around and wouldn't go away. the Exynos won that battle but not by much. I don't think it would beat the 835.
BASEL HASHISH 'Optimize' seems to be the most overused word in the smartphone world right now. The Exynos is technically superior to the SD, with it's custom large cores. The clock speed of the Exynos 8895 is 2.3 and 1.7 vs 2.35 and 1.9 on the SD 835, yet it scores higher in benchmarks. It's also more efficient. You have to remember that Samsung phones use heavy skins with a lot of features, which is bound to have some effect on performance. Regardless of which phone the Exynos 8895 is in, it would perform better than the SD 835.
I went with the S 8 plus. Worried about battery life. The battery life on this phone is way better than my S6. Love this phone. No complaints.
Robert Perrotta what do you think bout it now 2 months latter? Should I get the plus model?
Robert Perrotta batteries don't hold as much after lots of use
What about now
s6 battery would last maybe 2 hours on a full charge so i dont blame you
I have the S8+.
I am probably at the higher end of the unlocking, too. I am 5' 7", and have average sized hands, and I don't have any trouble reaching the fingerprint scanner. It might miss once per day, at the most.
The only time I feel the need to use the screen reducing gesture is when I'm using my off hand.
The only time I have trouble reaching a corner is when I reach for the lower corners. Then, it gets top heavy.
Put simply, I love the plus and its size. No complaints.
Mick Jacobsen 😁
i got the s8+, bigger display and the battery is amazing, i don't care about one handed at all, i love using 2 hands for my phone, and the fingerprint is none issue is really easy to get used to it with a case. After hearing all this non sense about being hard, is comes natural after a few week's, i really thought it was gonna be an issue, loving this phone!
themessiah809 Home button vibration reminds me of my old Nokia N8 and i loove it
Benjamin Zubaca It does for me
Benjamin Zubaca Its about the same size as the S7 Edge
its the same height as a 7plus basically while being narrower. of course it'll fit
themessiah809 I your opinion, my original choice was the s8+ but I keep watching these videos that says it's too big or not easy to handle but I've always wanted to switch to a bigger phone I have the Galaxy s6 and the s8 is the same size just a bigger screen so what's the point? Do you really think one can get used to it in a month perhaps? because if yes then forget the s8
Yeah, I agree. The GS8 does have a really big screen in a small package which is really nice. Keep up the good videos David!
definitely gonna upgrade for s8+ when i am able to , no phone can come close to it in the market , samsung did really great job
S8 vs OP3t speed test??? When, cause I'm ready afff.
LBS
Senpie Sensie exactly lol
benchmarks dont equal everyday usage the extra ram faster animations and better ram management on the oneplus will destroy the samsung even if its processor is faster
You want to see the S8 get lapped?
Efrain Yepez Samsung will lose
I totally agree with you really. A 5.8 inch screen is more than enough. One thing the fingerprint is very accurate like 99% of the time for me at least
I went with the S8 for the same reasons you have stated. Happy to see someone absolutely agree with me for a change
Smaller S8 has the.....EDGE?
every new galaxy phone have an edge over the others and that's goes both ways if you know what i mean XD
Jackson Novick get out.
thesmart1 you get out you fucktard
Anurag Vallur He was being sarcastic.
Anurag Vallur You are being the idiot here.... The comment was ironic
I agree completely with all the points you mentioned in this video. I was REALLY deliberating between the S8 and the S8+. I had used an iPhone 6 plus, 6s Plus and iPhone 7 for almost a year and a half between the three phones so I was accustomed to two handed devices. I've got to say I really don't have any regrets about switching to the S8, it's been an absolutely great phone to use and it's SO nice to have such a large screen in such a small form factor compared to the iphones. it really brings me back to the days I was using the LG G2. I have no desire to get the plus variety
on the s8+. the fingerprint button is in good place tbh it's reachable with a case. I like it. idk why they say it's hard lol with case it's better. I know if it was lower. But it's easy for me
Brilliant opinion! Man, I love my other TH-camrs but it's refreshing to see someone like you giving out a real shoutout to tech.
im stuck between the s8 and the s8+, i think I've decided on the "smaller" s8 now;) thanks bossman
David, your reviews are SO PROFESSIONAL !!!! I love your reviews, they're not biased and you have good points and convinced me to buy the S8 instead of the S8+
the thing with samsung is, they make great hardware but their software side is far behind. if they used their own OS with optimization on apple level it would be a beast
Uhh Play store? Google??
You made me think you didn't switch to the S8 in general from the title! Still glad a lot of tech youtubers are switching.
TBH I don't get the finger print scanner complaints. I have average sized adult male hands and have no issues reaching it on my S8+. Additionally, since I'm using a case that provides a tactile reference I've never accidentally touched the lens.
Great video you have there, I also bought the S8 over the S8+ due to the fingerprint scanner as well. Have you tried putting on a case? I find myself reaching the fingerprint scanner a lot easier as there's a cut on the back to make you feel right.
i'm getting none of the two 'cos i cant afford either of them.Thats's what I think :P
😂😂😂😂😂😂
Bhupendra Lodha Same :D
Bhupendra Lodha 30 a month is affordable
Bhupendra Lodha I think I'm gonna get the OnePlus 5
Hey, these phones are on an awesome sale right now, and will be for a while. 575 and 675US for the S8 and S8+ on amazon and best buy. That is a steal for these phones, because they still are the best phones you can buy right now.
I have the S8+ and love it. You get used to the size. I have had no issue with the finger print reader and have been using the left index finger to turn it on holding the phone in the left hand; sometimes with the right hang to stabilize the device to be on the safe side. I am using Nova Launcher for "Gestures & Inputs" so that I don't have to reach to the top of the screen to pull down the notification shade, instead I have "swipe down" for the notification shade and another swipe down for the Quick Settings and a "double tap" to sleep. Nova Launcher's folders also make it easiet for one-handed use as folders to the left of centre open to the left side of the screen, folders in the centre open in the centre and folders open to the right if on the right side of the display. This way you can put your most important apps in folders on the side of the hand you are most likely to hold the phone, in my case, on the left for easier left-handed use vs Touch Wiz which has the folder open in the centre of the display making it difficult to reach apps at the top of the folder. Using Touch Wiz makes the phone a 2-handed phone no doubt.
S8 better. Please Speed test S8 Exynos vs IPhone 7 vs OnePlus3T
I'm thinking about going to a Galaxys7
Сергей Шумахер iPhone wins, exynos not much faster then the normal one
I, too, decided on the regular S8 after playing with both phones extensively. I'm happy with it.
Your channel is great, but, where is the S8/S8+ drop test? haha
I feel like it's too late, no?
PhoneBuff its not late becuse you make proper drop test u use machine and stuff others drop them randomly by hand
I think it still gives time, I trust your channel tests to choose my smartphone. I also have the impression that many people are waiting for your test because TH-cam's search suggestions suggest 's8 drop test phonebuff' when I type 's8 drop ..'.
PhoneBuff As said already, you are the only one conducting proper drop tests.
I've done a Galaxy S8 Drop test!
I agree for almost all of the reasons you mentioned. I chose the standard S8 also because of easier pocket ability. Great video, enjoy your passion for what you do. Also, I have average to large size hands and have no problems using the fingerprint scanner. Sure, it's not located well, but with my case and the repetitive use, I can nail it 99% of the time.
S8+ v Op3t speedtest?
Theyre similar in speed... Op3t slightly faster cuz of animations.. other than that very similar
Bladers97 lol they're not similar in speed oneplus 3t keeps all of the apps open while the s8 doesn't
Shadow Gamer It does shut up already, Oxynos does, order from europe if you have an issue,I I barely keep more than 2 apps open in the background so no one really cares bout that feature
Bladers97 please reply with better grammar and spelling
Are you butthurt kid? Lmao fuck your grammar and spelling, when did I make a mistake other than "bout"?
I have the S8 Plus and I'm loving it. I was a huge apple fan boy and this phone is fulfilling all my wants and needs. The battery life is crazy powerful considering the always on display. I haven't thought twice about switching back to my iPhone 7 plus.
USA S8 has UFS 2.0
USA S8+ has UFS 2.1
Exynos are all 2.1
MadMike41 what's UFS
Jmannyjr internal memory
Universal Flash Storage, which is faster storage on your phone leading to faster loads of stored content
I got the s8 plus and I do agree with you on that finger print scanner part, but everything else works amazing. In my opinion I like the bigger screen more, it fits in my hand perfectly and it's great when typing papers which I do a lot. Amazing phone over all, definitely the best 2017 phone as of right now.
I went for Samsung galaxy s6 guess why
its cheaper :D
10 ACKMEL shitty battery
Rusty yeah
we want phonebuff style speed test!!!!! lol great vid as always
We are waiting to see The speed Test between S8+ Exynos vs Iphone 7 Plus !!
Mohammad Haddad why would you want to see a exynos, when many people will not get that version.
Exynos version for the whole world that's why. Snapdragon just for the US.
Matthew Fisher Wtf do you mean exynos is available to almost every country except usa
Asia and Europe get the exynos version however snapdragon for the US. You can look that up on google 😄
^
Same as you. I went with the smaller S8. I have used Nexus 6 in the past. And when I held the S8+ in my hand, all that nightmare came back to me. And I chose to not go through all of that ever again.
I ended up with neither cuz I'm poor AF
get cha weight up
I personally like the fingerprint location... it takes about half a second to unlock, it is incredibly easy to get use to in my opinion. The option to use it as a touch gesture for pulling down the task bar is very cool too! But I can understand some people being on edge (no pun intended) about it.
which theme is he using? 1:52
thatguy Material_black you can find it on Samsung theme
AkaGtop i dont find it xD
then find it
S8 for all the reasons you said. As for battery life, I am getting 16 - 17 hours per full charge with normal usage (for me at least). It isn't much of a bother with fast charge, you can top up another 10-15% quickly when needed.
I like the S8+ more, but I'll get the S8 because its cheaper
david gotelli I have the s8 with 2.1 flash memory...
he is right! Samsung is using different flash memorys..
Eduardo A. Álvarez $100 isnt rly a lot when you are already apending $700 on it
david gotelli Why didnt i hear this anywhere else?
Awesome video my friend. Great points being made on the S8. I ended up with the S8 plus for screen real-estate. I'm a TH-cam addict. Keep it up on the great videos.
S8 right
S8 and S8+ has a one hand feature.
You can make up to 4 fingerprint saves, even on the same finger, which can make even partial scans work.
I think the S8 Plus loses a lot with the fingerprint scanner placement and tall, narrow screen. I would prefer it to be wider like my 6S Plus. I'll wait for the Note 8.
Andrew Hoffman same here
Andrew Hoffman He's bitching about finger print scanners. Who cares about finger print scanners?
Totally agree with you, even with big hands & long fingers, I still have issues reaching all the parts of the screen, it's just people have been brought up thinking bigger is better.
I Love my s8
With operating this Samsung Galaxy S 8 plus for 2 months now I highly recommend going with the plus! This phone is the best I've ever had! Go for the plus!
As long as my S7 edge holds up its 7+ hours of SOT I'm not even considering another phone.
your spot on my man! I changed from the s8 plus to the s8 for exactly all the same reasons you pointed out! Nice Vid!
stop complaining about that fingerprint sensor. just use 2 hands to unlock it. end of story.
Bogdan Lupas what if one hand is occupied?
Lukel I didn't have any issue of using one hand for finger print
Bogdan Lupas stop complaint about no headphone jack just use adapter or wireless headphones. If someone is able to but an iPhone then it definitely able to but an worked headphones..
Bogdan Lupas How do you use a fingerprint sensor with 2 hands....
Or how about not sucking off Samsung and pressuring them to implement a functioning finger print scanner under the screen?
S8 is about the same size as the S7 Edge. yet it has a larger screen. I applaud your reasoning for moving to the S8. the finger sensor works well at this size.
The smaller s8 "has the edge"
Nice pun
I had the s8+ in my cart when I was preordering, then I went back and changed it to the s8 at the last minute, because I wanted a smaller form factor after using an iPhone 6 Plus for 2.5 years and loved how I could have a small form factor yet a bigger screen. A 5.8" screen is definitely big enough. I got used to my 6 Plus, but it was never comfortable to hold.
because uour hand are tiny?
Marques Brownlee has basketball player hands and he can´t reach the figerprint scanner as well
Luiz Fernando how do these tech youtube even hold their phones??? I have a fairly small hand and I can reach the fingerprint scanner easily... I didn't even stretch my hand...
Luiz Fernando lol i have s8plus.. I can easily use finger print ..
and iris scanner is also there :D
Just use your other hand😂
I hope all S8 owners are happy. I'm enjoying my S8plus since Wednesday April 19th. It's the best phablet on market today till the Note8 in September.
I agree. I bought the s8+ then returned it after 3 days because it was just to hard to use.
Capital City, LLC Did you have the IPhone 7 plus first?
Capital City, LLC how is it hard to use u just move your icons lmfao xD windows 8 was a mess
nelson lagunas what has windows 8 to do with this?
yes
Most likely I would.
No need for that extra real estate
Good points. I'm leaning toward the S8. What kind of screen on time are you getting with it?
Never in my life, has anyone, ever came up to me and said "look how good my phone looks.". Therefore I've never understood why somebody buys a phone based on looks
not looks, but definitely feels
The feel makes the difference when you have a phone that looks great and premium in your hand
Nobody comes up and says how good your car looks or your new clothes or your new Ray Ban sunglasses. People just want good looking things. It makes them feel good.
I completely understand why people buy phones based on looks.
Jake
People do come up on people complimenting the things you mentioned everyday even i do it to others but no one goes up to someone complimenting there phone
Drose We have different experiences then.
I think the iris scanner is great! When I pick up my S8 I just look at my screen like the way I always do... It unlocks my phone, even outside.
I don't know if I should regret going with the s8+.
david gotelli I think so + it's a really good phone 📱 too.
you wont, it is amazing
Lucas Almond its amazing I never been so happy with a phone til I got this 😍
Coming from the iPhone 7+ the S8 is absolutely the perfect size for me. Getting a bigger screen in a smaller, much more manageable footprint is a major win all around.
You guys enjoy your 6 inch screens i got that 4 inch screen on my 5s and i love it
i can't even use the keyboard on a 5s because i have big hands
life sucked for me back in the old days before the GS3
Same I have XXL hands even the Galaxy S8, Note 4, Samsung A7, LG V20 they all feel small in my hands as does the Galaxy S8+ but not as much as most phones!
Hritik Parmar actually its cause i have small hands and most of the new phones are big and the 5s is still a good phone
merkos aaa ok dinosaur
Fuck those haters, you can't beat the 5S if you want a small and powerful device (SE).
I'm thinking of buying the s8 plus, cuz I just love playing games and watching videos on a bigger screen. I'm a 2 hand phone user... so I love it.
kind of a clickbait
But it worked.
Not really.
I got the s8plus for one reason: the only model supporting 128gb plus expandable and 6 gb ram. He screen size is massive and using one hand is tough. It's probably the best media consumption device out there. If reaching notification is an issue then use the finger print sensor to bring it down
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No problem, with picking up the phone with my left hand, when I do, my index finger, rest right on the touch id sensor. Both the S8 and S8 +, work with my left hand. The right hand does have issues, reaching across to the sensor.
But I Still Prefer Galaxy S8 + .....
Better Battery ...
Amazing Display ...
Slightly Faster Processor ..
Shashwat Verma??? Only difference is battery size and slightly bigger display. Everything else is exactly the same..
Edgar
I know processor are Same But In Many Test S8+ won against normal s8 ...
Specially in Speed Test ....
I Don't know why but This is the Truth
Shashwat Verma s8+ is a UFS 2.1 and S8 is UFS 2.0. So flash drive speeds are faster on the s8+
Shashwat Verma US models only. Every where else UFS 2.1are on all models.
Right ....🤔🤔
MUCH RESPECT FOR YOUR DECISION AND SOMETHING FOR US TO THINK ABOUT TOO.
You forgot to mention that the S8 has a higher PPI compared to the S8+
what does PPI mean?
Ephdel
Pixels-Per Inch, meaning that it'll look like it has better quality rather than seeing those pixels if you look close enough.
MutatedGrape :D with a magnifying glass
MutatedGrape :D I can't tell the difference over a view ppi so ya.
I agree with David! However, I'm still over the moon with my S7E which does everything I want it to do and more (with a bigger battery still) so I'm hanging on for the S9
video title "why l *didnt* switch to the Galaxy s8" - in the video shows how he switches to the S8
wat?
i love my s8! I made the right decision getting s8 over s8+. I totally agree with everything you said. the fingerprint scanner is within reach in s8 than in s8+. I also noticed (my friend has s8+) that s8+ has bigger battery because it needs to support more energy to support the phone. On my own opinion, s8+ seems to go lowbat faster than s8 in regular use. :)
So this phone is not good option for Trump either.... small-----} ✋ 😁
Mr.BLACK & WHITE 😂😂😂😂😂
I respect your decision... you gave good reasons too. this is the first phone I've seen where I thought "if I could get that would I choose the smaller or the larger version?" (normally I just say larger)
Lets all agree on 1 thing. iPhones SUCK LOL
Dick Jones yep agreed! ! !👌💯✔
Mevin Gaming but what is it fast for? it has NO FEATUREZ TO UTILIZE THE SPEED.
LETusPREY it has the 3D Touch and its 7 months old
Mevin Gaming 3D is useless. I never used it.
LETusPREY the camera, and wait for the iPhone 8
Absolutely agree with you man... Great video bro! ☺ I hope people seriously understand how difficult it is to actually use taller phones with one ✋.
s7 edge is better
Iliass Boui why?!
Henry Chaisritha Simple answer is no you shouldn't upgrade. s7 is still a screamer of a phone . people these days upgrade phones like pairs of socks.
I have s7 edge I don't like change it, my next phone is s9
Iliass Boui no dude s8 is way better than s7.
My Exynos s7edge is just as good, if not better than a snapdragon s8. Mine gets just under 2000 single core and around 6200 multi on Geekbench4. There is NO apparent difference in performance to an s8, it has a better fingerprint scanner, a larger battery and now is cheaper (if you're shopping for a phone). So yeah, an argument for 'better' can be made. I was going to upgrade to an s8, till I realised it wouldn't be an upgrade so much as avoidable unnecessary expense. If you've got an Apple or an older Samsung, sure get an s8 but if you've got an s7/edge, especially the Exynos variant, don't bother.
Iliass Boui
agreed just buy the perfected technology of the s8
I went from a Nexus 6P to the S8 because I wanted something more comfortable to carry around in my pocket. It did take some getting used to, and I'm not thrilled about the curved edges, but now I can put on my shoes without feeling like my phone's going to break in half. And it doesn't look like I have a butcher's block in my pocket.
"bring it closer to my eye"to make it visually bigger,that really made me laugh, and such a great point!
I get what your saying it comes down to comfort and personal preference. great job on the video!👍
I weighed all this when I bought the s8+, and more. For me it came down to screen size, since I watch crunchyroll and Netflix on the go a lot. I'm very satisfied with the hardware and OS though. Its very responsive and stable. The otter box case kinda solves the finger print issue. Really only one way to get your finger over the sensor, and it rarely misreads your prints that way. My hands are messed up, so I couldn't use a phone one handed if I wanted to. So two hand holding it isn't an issue for me, no choice. Wish they put an IR beam on it. Miss using my s4 as a remote.
I struggled with this decision as well. I like the bigger phones as well, but the plus isn't that much bigger for an extra $100. But I went with the plus anyway. The fingerprint reader is in perfect reach for me with my right hand and I can drag down the notification bar with it as well. I love it. I pretty much have no use for a tablet now.
I'm in love with the S8+ because the screen realestate is SPECTACULAR! Tbh I wish it was larger and I'm looking forward to the Note 8 bcuz I'm missing my Spen and that fact the screen will be larger, along with possible dual rear cameras and embedded fingerprint scanner on the front. I enjoy your channel and thanks for expressing your true opinion abt thd S8 and S8+
I went with the S8 too. The S8 (non +) screen was larger than my iPhone 7 Plus in a smaller and lighter footprint. I'm loving my S8 and my pockets are glad I didn't go with the +.
So amazed with the S8plus but not letting temptation get the best of me and waiting for the Note 8!
Great comparison! I like the Pros of the S8. I definitely like the size of the S8 over the S8+, cheaper price tag, similar features, and ergonomics!
I'm using S8+ and have been since 20th April. I'm being totally honest here, I actually like the placement of the fingerprint scanner if the phones in your hand at the time but if it's lying down it's so annoying having to put your pin. Overall cracking phone.
I went with the S8+. Previous phone was Note5. I have visual difficulties so I like a bigger phone. It actually fits in my pocket better than the Note! Love this phone.
I totally agree. my s8 is my first "small" smart phone since blackberry pearl. And I have loved all the big and best phones, the big note 2 all the notes plus a few other big smart phones including the v10 and v20. But this is the right choice.
I went through same conclusions. This is the first time I could downsize my phone and have bigger screen than S7edge. By the way did you notice when you pick up old s7edge It feels like holding phone/pancake crossover?
I agree with you 100%. Waiting for the unlocked s8.
once again you've done a brilliant video and I'm glad you're sticking to your guns about apologizing too much because I'm the same way because down to convenience and Common Sense because it's you that have to use the phone so you handle the points of both folds tremendously perfect in my opinion well. I look forward to more of your videos and enjoy using your S8
I honestly found this video really helpful. I been debating to upgrade my phone to either the s8 or s8+. Thanks a lot
I haven't yet had a problem with the fingerprint scanner, or the iris scanner. I hit the power button and it's not even a sec after looking at the iris scanner that my phone is unlocked. Hell, most of the time, the scanner doesn't pop up because its so snappy. The only time it does is when im not looking directly at the phone. As far as the fingerprint scanner, it's honestly easily accessible even with me being a lefty and having smaller hands. sometimes I may have to use both hands, but I've been doing with all of my smart phones, so it's nothing new, or anything for me to complain about. Yes, I don't wear glasses, but I do wear sunglasses, but I don't think that there will be a phone that could scan your iris through dark lenses. I'm ultimately satisfied with my S8+.
one of the best reviews I've watched bro for real
Agreed. I'm switching from the S7 Edge to the S8, the Plus is just too much. I'm just bummed about battery life tho.
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If it were me, I'd go for the S8+.
I held both in person and because my hands are really big (I can even hold a 9.7-inch iPad from side to side with one hand, albeit being a small stretch), the S8+ feels no different from my current Moto Z, and reaching the top wasn't too much of a deal due to my aforementioned large hands, along with the fingerprint sensor since my index finger is pretty long (again, my experience but I still maintain that the S8's FPS is still not in an ideal location for all hand sizes).
I love big phones, in other words, and because my hands seem to be unconventionally large, it feels strangely comfy, even though it might not be so for those with smaller hands.
I bought the s8 for the exactly the same reasons you just mentioned on this video. s8 plus was way out of my comfort zone even thought I upgraded from my s7 edge.
s8plus be the bomb....got this phone especially for the big screen and I'm totally loving it ....