Samsung Galaxy S8 (SM-G950U) vs Samsung Gear S (CDMA SM-R750P)
Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy S8 vs Samsung Gear S devices, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?
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5.8"
AMOLED
AMOLED
1440x2960
12.2
MP
MP
8mp
4GB
RAM
RAM
Octa-core
3000
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
vs
2"
AMOLED
AMOLED
360x480
N/A
512MB
RAM
RAM
Dual-core
300
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
What's the better device? Samsung Galaxy S8 (SM-G950U)
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15 Common items in both devices |
Super AMOLED |
16 million |
Capacitive |
Multitouch |
Accelerometer |
Ambient light sensor |
Barometer |
+8 specs and more in the table below |
Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.
Highlight differences Clear highlight📱 Model features | ||
Galaxy S8 (SM-G950U) | Samsung Gear S (CDMA SM-R750P) | |
Model | Galaxy S8 (SM-G950U) | Gear S (CDMA SM-R750P) |
Other model names | Galaxy S8 G950U Unlocked (Snapdragon), Samsung Dream | Sprint Samsung Gear S SM-R750P, Samsung SM-R750P |
Country or region available | USA | USA |
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Release date | 4/21/2017, Announced: 3/29/2017 | 11/1/2014 |
Depth | 8 millimeters (0.31 inches) | 12.5 millimeters (0.49 inches) |
Size (width x height) | 68.1 x 148.9 millimeters (2.68 x 5.86 in) | 39.9 x 58.1 millimeters (1.57 x 2.29 in) |
Weight | 155 grams (5.43 ounces) | 67 grams (2.35 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 | Waterproof (IP?) |
📲 Display | ||
Galaxy S8 (SM-G950U) | Samsung Gear S (CDMA SM-R750P) | |
Display type | Super AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
Screen size | 5.8" inches | 2" inches |
Screen-to-body ratio | ~84.2% (screen-to-body ratio) | ~53.4% (screen-to-body ratio) |
Display resolution | 1440x2960 pixels (18.5:9) | 360x480 pixels |
Touchscreen | Capacitive Multitouch 10-points | Capacitive Multitouch |
Pixel density (dot pitch) | 568 PPI | 300 PPI |
Colors | 16 million | 16 million |
Scratch-resistant glass | Gorilla Glass 5 | Gorilla Glass 3 |
Refresh rate | 60Hz | feature not registered |
Display features | HDR10 | feature not registered |
🤖 Operating System | ||
Galaxy S8 (SM-G950U) | Samsung Gear S (CDMA SM-R750P) | |
System version | Android 7.0 Nougat | Tizen 2.3 |
Firmware update | Android 9.0 Pie | feature not registered |
User Interface | feature not registered | feature not registered |
⚙️ Processor | ||
Galaxy S8 (SM-G950U) | Samsung Gear S (CDMA SM-R750P) | |
Chipset | 64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 (MSM8998) (10nm) | 32bit: Samsung Exynos 4212 |
CPU | Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2.35GHz Kryo 280 (Quad-core) 4x 1.9GHz Kryo 280 (Quad-core) | Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A9 (Dual-core) |
GPU graphical controller | Qualcomm Adreno 540 (670-710MHz) | ARM Mali-400 MP4 400Mhz |
Performance (benchmark) | AnTuTu: 199022 (v7) Geekbench: 6656 (v4.4) GFXBench: 13fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | feature not registered |
💽 Memory and storage | ||
Galaxy S8 (SM-G950U) | Samsung Gear S (CDMA SM-R750P) | |
RAM memory | 4GB LPDDR4 | 512MB |
Internal storage | 64GB (51GB available) UFS 2.0 | 4GB (2GB available) |
External storage | Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot) | Not supported |
📶 Mobile networks | ||
Galaxy S8 (SM-G950U) | Samsung Gear S (CDMA SM-R750P) | |
Dual-SIM | Not supported | Not supported |
SIM card | 1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) | 1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) |
Maximum Download / Upload | 1024/150 Mbps | 3.1 Mbps |
Network technology | 2G, 3G, 4G | 2G, 3G |
Frequency, bands | Expand band details Collapse details | |
GSM MHz band | Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 | Not supported |
Primary 2G network | CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | CDMA 800/1900 |
Primary 3G network | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100 | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO |
Primary 4G network | LTE Cat16 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 28, 29, 30) TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41) | Not supported |
Primary 5G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Primary data network | GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A | CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A |
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 (SM-G950U) | Samsung Gear S (CDMA SM-R750P) | |
Back camera (main camera) | 12.2 megapixels | Not supported |
Main camera resolution | 4032x3024 pixels | Not supported |
Video recording (primary) | 4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps | Not supported |
Flash | LED flash | Not supported |
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 | Not supported |
Touch focus | Supported | Not supported |
Image stabilization | OIS: Optical stabilization | feature not registered |
Zoom | Only digital zoom | Not supported |
Face/smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection | Not supported |
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 (SM-G950U) | Samsung Gear S (CDMA SM-R750P) | |
Front camera (secondary) | 8 megapixels | Not supported |
Front camera resolution | 3264x2448 pixels | Not supported |
Video recording (secondary) | 2K UHD (2560x1440) | Not supported |
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 (SM-G950U) | Samsung Gear S (CDMA SM-R750P) | |
Loudspeaker | Supported | Supported |
Active noise cancellation | 2 microphones or more | Not supported |
Radio | FM | Not supported |
TV | Not supported | Not supported |
Video formats | MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD | feature not registered |
Audio formats | MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+ |
🔌 Connectivity | ||
Galaxy S8 (SM-G950U) | Samsung Gear S (CDMA SM-R750P) | |
USB | USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go | MicroUSB 2.0 |
Audio output | 3.5mm jack | Not supported |
TV output | USB Type-C (reversible) | Not supported |
Bluetooth | 5.0 + A2DP/LE | 4.1 + A2DP |
WiFi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot | 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) |
DLNA | Supported | Not supported |
GPS | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS |
NFC | Supported | Not supported |
Infrared port | Not supported | Supported |
🧭 Sensors | ||
Galaxy S8 (SM-G950U) | Samsung Gear S (CDMA SM-R750P) | |
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 Barometer Compass Gyroscope Heart rate Proximity sensor UV radiation |
Vibrating alert | Supported | Supported |
🔋 Battery | ||
Galaxy S8 (SM-G950U) | Samsung Gear S (CDMA SM-R750P) | |
Battery type | Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable) | Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable) |
Battery capacity | 3000 mAh | 300 mAh |
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 | 29 hours (1.2 days) | 5 hours |
Standby | 326 hours (13.6 days) | 96 hours (4 days) |
➕ Other features | ||
Galaxy S8 (SM-G950U) | Samsung Gear S (CDMA SM-R750P) | |
Call control | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands |
Messaging | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail | SMS (T9), E-mail |
Hands-free calling | Supported | Supported |
Video calling | Supported | Not supported |
Ringtones | Polyphonic and customized | Polyphonic and customized |
Web browser | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 | Not supported |
Antenna | Internal antenna | Internal antenna |
Qwerty physical keyboard | Not supported | Not supported |
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: Black • S-Voice • S-Health • IP67 certified: dust and water resistant up to 1 meter and 30min |
☢️ Radiation rate | ||
Galaxy S8 (SM-G950U) | Samsung Gear S (CDMA SM-R750P) | |
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.) | 0.75W/kg (head), 0.93W/kg (body) | 0.81W/kg (head), 1.07W/kg (body) |
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.) | feature not registered | feature not registered |