Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus (SC-03J) vs Microsoft Surface 2 RT (64GB)
Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus vs Microsoft Surface 2 RT devices, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?
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What's the better device? Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus (SC-03J)
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13 Common items in both devices |
16 million |
LED flash |
Only digital zoom |
PDAF on back camera and autofocus front camera / Autofocus |
Capacitive |
Multitouch |
Accelerometer |
+6 specs and more in the table below |
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Highlight differences Clear highlight📱 Model features | ||
Galaxy S8 Plus (SC-03J) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (64GB) | |
Model | Galaxy S8 Plus (SC-03J) | Surface 2 RT (64GB) |
Other model names | NTT DoCoMo Galaxy S8+ SM-G955D (Snapdragon), Samsung Dream 2 | Microsoft Surface RT 2, Microsoft Surface 2 RT |
Country or region available | Japan | feature not registered |
Brand | Samsung | Microsoft |
Release date | 5/1/2017, Announced: 3/29/2017 | 9/23/2013 |
Depth | 8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches) | 8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches) |
Size (width x height) | 73.4 x 160 millimeters (2.89 x 6.3 in) | 172.5 x 274.6 millimeters (6.79 x 10.81 in) |
Weight | 173 grams (6.06 ounces) | 676 grams (23.66 ounces) |
Build, materials | Aluminum frame, glass front/back | feature not registered |
Protection against water and others | IP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant | Not supported |
📲 Display | ||
Galaxy S8 Plus (SC-03J) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (64GB) | |
Display type | Super AMOLED | TFT LCD |
Screen size | 6.2" inches | 10.6" inches |
Screen-to-body ratio | ~83.1% (screen-to-body ratio) | ~65.4% (screen-to-body ratio) |
Display resolution | 1440x2960 pixels (18.5:9) | 1080x1920 pixels |
Touchscreen | Capacitive Multitouch 10-points | Capacitive Multitouch 5-points |
Pixel density (dot pitch) | 531 PPI | 208 PPI |
Colors | 16 million | 16 million |
Scratch-resistant glass | Gorilla Glass 5 | Not supported |
Refresh rate | 60Hz | feature not registered |
Display features | HDR10 | feature not registered |
🤖 Operating System | ||
Galaxy S8 Plus (SC-03J) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (64GB) | |
System version | Android 7.0 Nougat | Windows RT 8.1 |
Firmware update | Android 9.0 Pie | feature not registered |
User Interface | feature not registered | feature not registered |
⚙️ Processor | ||
Galaxy S8 Plus (SC-03J) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (64GB) | |
Chipset | 64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 (MSM8998) (10nm) | 32bit: NVIDIA Tegra 4 Wayne (28nm) |
CPU | Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2.35GHz Kryo 280 (Quad-core) 4x 1.9GHz Kryo 280 (Quad-core) | Penta-core, 1 processor: 5x 1.7GHz ARM Cortex-A15 (Penta-core) |
GPU graphical controller | Qualcomm Adreno 540 (670-710MHz) | NVIDIA GeForce ULP MP72 672Mhz |
Performance (benchmark) | feature not registered | feature not registered |
💽 Memory and storage | ||
Galaxy S8 Plus (SC-03J) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (64GB) | |
RAM memory | 4GB LPDDR4 | 2GB LPDDR3 |
Internal storage | 64GB (51GB available) UFS 2.0 | 64GB (45GB available) |
External storage | Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot) | Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
📶 Mobile networks | ||
Galaxy S8 Plus (SC-03J) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (64GB) | |
Dual-SIM | Not supported | Not supported |
SIM card | 1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) | Not supported |
Maximum Download / Upload | 1024/150 Mbps | feature not registered |
Network technology | 2G, 3G, 4G | feature not registered |
Frequency, bands | Expand band details Collapse details | |
GSM MHz band | Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 | Not supported |
Primary 2G network | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | Not supported |
Primary 3G network | UMTS 800/850/900/1900/2100 | Not supported |
Primary 4G network | LTE Cat16 (1,3,4,5,8,12,13,17,19,21,28) TD-LTE (38,39,40,41,42) | Not supported |
Primary 5G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Primary data network | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A | Not supported |
Secondary 2G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary 3G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary 4G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary data network | Not supported | Not supported |
📷 Camera | ||
Galaxy S8 Plus (SC-03J) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (64GB) | |
Back camera (main camera) | 12.2 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Main camera resolution | 4032x3024 pixels | 2592x1944 pixels |
Video recording (primary) | 4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps | Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps |
Flash | LED flash | LED flash |
Focal aperture | f/1.7 (aperture) | feature not registered |
Focal length | 26mm lens | feature not registered |
Sensor size | 1/2.55" inches | feature not registered |
Pixel size | 1.4µm pixel | feature not registered |
Autofocus | PDAF on back camera and autofocus front camera | Autofocus |
Touch focus | Supported | Not supported |
Image stabilization | OIS: Optical stabilization | feature not registered |
Zoom | Only digital zoom | Only digital zoom |
Face/smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection | Face detection |
BSI sensor | Supported | Not supported |
HDR | HDR photo/video on both cameras | Not supported |
Camera extras | feature not registered | feature not registered |
📸 Front camera | ||
Galaxy S8 Plus (SC-03J) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (64GB) | |
Front camera (secondary) | 8 megapixels | 3.1 megapixels |
Front camera resolution | 3264x2448 pixels | 2048x1536 pixels |
Video recording (secondary) | 2K UHD (2560x1440) | Full HD (1920x1080) |
Front flash | Not supported | Not supported |
Focal aperture | f/1.7 (aperture) | feature not registered |
Focal length | 25mm lens | feature not registered |
Sensor size | 1/3.6" inches | feature not registered |
Pixel size | 1.22µm pixel | feature not registered |
🔉 Sound and multimedia | ||
Galaxy S8 Plus (SC-03J) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (64GB) | |
Loudspeaker | Supported | Supported |
Active noise cancellation | 2 microphones or more | 2 microphones or more |
Radio | FM | Not supported |
TV | Not supported | Not supported |
Video formats | MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD | MP4, DivX, XviD, H.264, H.263, WMV |
Audio formats | MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, AC3, FLAC |
🔌 Connectivity | ||
Galaxy S8 Plus (SC-03J) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (64GB) | |
USB | USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go | USB 3.0 |
Audio output | 3.5mm jack | 3.5mm jack |
TV output | USB Type-C (reversible) | Micro HDMI Type D |
Bluetooth | 5.0 + A2DP/LE | 4.0 + A2DP |
WiFi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot | 802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) |
DLNA | Supported | Not supported |
GPS | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou | Not supported |
NFC | Supported | Not supported |
Infrared port | Not supported | Not supported |
🧭 Sensors | ||
Galaxy S8 Plus (SC-03J) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (64GB) | |
Sensors | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor ANT+ Barometer Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted) Gyroscope Hall effect Heart rate Iris scanner Proximity sensor SpO2 | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Gyroscope |
Vibrating alert | Supported | Supported |
🔋 Battery | ||
Galaxy S8 Plus (SC-03J) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (64GB) | |
Battery type | Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable) | Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable) |
Battery capacity | 3500 mAh | feature not registered |
Charger, watts | 15W (9V/1.67A) Wired fast charging Quick Charge 2 | Wired charging |
Inductive / wireless charging | Qi wireless charging (Qi/PMA) | feature not registered |
Talk time autonomy | 34 hours (1.4 days) | 10 hours |
Standby | 343 hours (14.3 days) | feature not registered |
➕ Other features | ||
Galaxy S8 Plus (SC-03J) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (64GB) | |
Call control | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands | Not supported |
Messaging | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail | E-mail, Push mail |
Hands-free calling | Supported | Supported |
Video calling | Supported | Supported |
Ringtones | Polyphonic and customized | feature not registered |
Web browser | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 | HTML, XHTML, HTML5, Flash player |
Antenna | Internal antenna | Internal antenna |
Qwerty physical keyboard | Not supported | Dock with QWERTY keyboard |
Miscellaneous | • Colors: Black, Silver, Blue, Gold, Orchid Gray • Samsung DeX (desktop experience) • Curved edge screen • Corning Gorilla Glass 5 back panel • Samsung Gear VR compatible • Samsung Pay • 32bit/192kHz audio | • Colors: Dark Titanium • Dual-position kickstand • Optional Touch Cover with keyboard • WiFi Direct • Microsoft Office 2013 RT • USB On-The-Go 1.3 • SkyDrive 200GB for 2 years • Skype free international calls and WiFi for 1 year |
☢️ Radiation rate | ||
Galaxy S8 Plus (SC-03J) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (64GB) | |
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.) | 0.54W/kg (head), 1.59W/kg (body) | feature not registered |
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.) | 0.207W/kg (head), 1.59W/kg (body) | feature not registered |