A newer number in the name and only a small price gap. But the A18 and A08 are about different things.
Short answer
Galaxy A18 - Exynos 1610, Super AMOLED FHD+, three cameras, a 13 MP front camera. Galaxy A08 - a 6000 mAh battery and a lower price.
Key differences
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A18 | Samsung Galaxy A08 |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Samsung Exynos 1610 | MediaTek Helio G99+ |
| Display | 6.7", Super AMOLED, 1080×2340, 90 Hz | 6.7", PLS LCD, 720×1600, 90 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 4/128 GB | 4/128 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP + 5 MP + 2 MP | 50 MP + 2 MP |
| Front | 13 MP | 8 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh |
| Charging | 25 W | 25 W |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 |
| Thickness / weight | 7.7 mm / 196 g | 8 mm / 197 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Chips
Samsung Exynos 1610 and MediaTek Helio G99+.
Screen
Super AMOLED FHD+ on the A18 vs PLS LCD HD+ on the A08.
Battery
6000 vs 5000 mAh in favour of the A08; charging is the same - 25 W.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Screen and cameras - Galaxy A18.
- Battery life and price - Galaxy A08.
FAQ
What battery does the Galaxy A08 have?
6000 mAh.
What chip does the Galaxy A18 have?
The Samsung Exynos 1610.
Which is cheaper?
The Galaxy A08.