Huawei Nova 3e (128GB) vs Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB)

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Side by side comparison between Huawei Nova 3e vs Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

4/29/2018 6:59 AM, updated: 3/28/2021 9:48 AM

Compare Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) X Huawei Nova 3e (128GB) 08Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.8"
IPS

1080x2280

16
MP

24mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

3000
mAh

(Non removable)

17Points Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB) Compare Huawei Nova 3e X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.6"
AMOLED

1080x2220

16
MP

16mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

3000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

8 Advantages Huawei Nova 3e (128GB)	vs	17 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB)
+2.36GHz 64bit Octa-core4% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	2.2GHz 64bit Octa-core
+128GB (115GB available)4 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	32GB (22GB available)
+145 grams (5.08 ounces)19% Lighter	vs	172 grams (6.02 ounces)
+7.4 millimeters (0.29 inches)14% Thinner	vs	8.4 millimeters (0.33 inches)
+1080x2280 pixels3% Higher resolution screen	vs	1080x2220 pixels
+5.8"4% Larger screen	vs	5.6"
+(dual camera) 16MP + 2MP13% Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 16MP
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
4GB LPDDR3	vs	+4GB LPDDR4Advantage This RAM type is better and more efficient.
Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC	vs	+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC3 times More external storage for files using memory cards
LTPS IPS LCD	vs	+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
435 PPI	vs	+441 PPI1% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
f/2.2 (aperture)	vs	+f/1.7 (aperture)29% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) 24MP	vs	+(dual front camera) 16MP + 8MP1% Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
Android 8.0 Oreo	vs	+Android 9.0 PieAdvantage Android 9.0 Pie is newer and safer
(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbps	vs	+(4G LTE-A) 600 Mbps100% Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+ANT+Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Face unlockAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
2 slots (Dual-SIM) (hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)	vs	+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4]	vs	+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
4.2 + A2DP	vs	+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla Glass 4Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supported	vs	+IP68 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

28 Common items in both devices

16 million

LED flash

Only digital zoom

PDAF: phase detection autofocus

EIS: Digital stabilization

HDR photo on both cameras

Full HD (1920x1080)

+21 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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📱 Model features
	Huawei Nova 3e (128GB)	Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Nova 3e (128GB)	Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB)
Other model names	华为 nova 3e ANE-AL00, Huawei P20 Lite, Huawei Anne	Galaxy A8 SM-A530F/Dual-Sim, Galaxy A8 Duos
Country or region available	China, Hong Kong	(Europe), (Global, International), United Arab Emirates, India, Pakistan, Singapore, Taiwan, Vietnam
Brand	Huawei	Samsung
Release date	3/19/2018	1/6/2018
Depth	7.4 millimeters (0.29 inches)	8.4 millimeters (0.33 inches)
Size (width x height)	71.2 x 148.6 millimeters (2.8 x 5.85 in)	70.6 x 149.2 millimeters (2.78 x 5.87 in)
Weight	145 grams (5.08 ounces)	172 grams (6.02 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Aluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and others	Not supported	IP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant
📲 Display
	Huawei Nova 3e (128GB)	Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB)
Display type	LTPS IPS LCD	Super AMOLED
Screen size	5.8" inches	5.6" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~79.4% (screen-to-body ratio)	~75.6% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2280 pixels	1080x2220 pixels (18.5:9)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	435 PPI	441 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass 4
Refresh rate	feature not registered	60Hz
Display features	feature not registered	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Huawei Nova 3e (128GB)	Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB)
System version	Android 8.0 Oreo	Android 7.1.1 Nougat
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 9.0 Pie
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Huawei Nova 3e (128GB)	Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB)
Chipset	64bit: HiSilicon Kirin 659 (16nm)	64bit: Samsung Exynos 7 Octa 7885 (14nm)
CPU	Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2.36GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core) 4x 1.7GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)	Octa-core, 2 processors: 2x 2.2GHz ARM Cortex-A73 (Dual-core) 6x 1.6GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Hexa-core)
GPU graphical controller	ARM Mali-T830 MP2 900Mhz	ARM Mali-G71 MP2
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Huawei Nova 3e (128GB)	Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB)
RAM memory	4GB LPDDR3	4GB LPDDR4
Internal storage	128GB (115GB available)	32GB (22GB available) eMMC 5.1
External storage	Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC (hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)	Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Huawei Nova 3e (128GB)	Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	300/50 Mbps	600/75 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	CDMA800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO TD-SCDMA 1900/2000 UMTS 850/900/2100	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat6 850/900/1800/2100 (Bands 1,3,5,8) TD-LTE 1900/2300/2500/2600 (Bands 38,39,40,41)	LTE Cat11 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 66) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE	GPRS, EDGE
📷 Camera
	Huawei Nova 3e (128GB)	Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB)
Back camera (main camera)	(dual camera) 16 megapixels 2MP f/2.4	16 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4608x3456 pixels	4608x3456 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	f/1.7 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	26mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/2.8" inches
Pixel size	1µm pixel	1.12µm pixel
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo on both cameras	HDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Huawei Nova 3e (128GB)	Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB)
Front camera (secondary)	24 megapixels	(dual front camera) 16 megapixels 8MP wide f/1.91/4"1.12µm24mm
Front camera resolution	5632x4224 pixels	4608x3456 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.0 (aperture)	f/1.9 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	27mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/3.1" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	1µm pixel
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Huawei Nova 3e (128GB)	Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	2 microphones or more
Radio	FM (RDS)	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, WMV	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, OGG, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Huawei Nova 3e (128GB)	Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB)
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	USB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth	4.2 + A2DP	5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Huawei Nova 3e (128GB)	Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Fingerprint sensor Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor ANT+ Barometer Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted) Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Huawei Nova 3e (128GB)	Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	3000 mAh	3000 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	18W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	17 hours	19 hours
Standby	454 hours (18.9 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Huawei Nova 3e (128GB)	Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, Gold, Sakura Pink, Klein Blue • USB OTG On-The-Go • Aluminum frame • 2.5D curved glass back • EMUI 8.0 • Fast battery charging 9V/2A • VoLTE	• Colors: Black, Gray, Gold, Blue • Samsung DeX (desktop experience) • Samsung Pay • Always-on display • 24-bit/192kHz audio
☢️ Radiation rate
	Huawei Nova 3e (128GB)	Galaxy A8 2018 (SM-A530F/DS 32GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	0.51W/kg (head), 0.76W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.241W/kg (head), 1.25W/kg (body)