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Lenovo Z5s vs Samsung Galaxy A8s specs comparison

Written By Vaughn Chua
Published • December 24th, 2018
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Weeks before the end of 2018, smartphone brands have released new and very intriguing phones — the Lenovo Z5s and Samsung Galaxy A8s. Read on below to know the unique features of each smartphone and which one has the upper-hand in different key smartphone aspects. Let’s start!

Here are their detailed specs:

Specification	Lenovo Z5s	Samsung Galaxy A8s
Display	6.3-inch FHD+ 19.5:9 LTPS display @ 2340 x 1080px, 403ppi	6.4-inch 18.5:9 IPS LCD Infinity-O display @ 2340 x 1080px, 403ppi
Screen protection	Corning Gorilla Glass (no specified version)	Didn't state
CPU	Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 2.2GHz octa-core	Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 2.2GHz octa-core
GPU	Adreno 616	Adreno 616
RAM	4GB, 6GB RAM	6GB, 8GB RAM
Storage	64GB, 128GB internal storage	128GB internal storage
SIM	Dual-SIM (nano, hybrid)	Single SIM, Dual SIM (nano), Dual Standby
MicroSD	expandable via microSD up to 256GB	expandable via microSD up to 512GB
Rear Camera	16MP f/1.8 + 8MP f/2.4 (2x optical zoom) + 5MP f/2.4 rear cameras	24MP f/1.7 PDAF + 10MP AF + 5MP, f/2.2 triple rear cameras
Front Camera	16MP f/2.0 front camera	24MP f/2.0 front camera
LTE	4G LTE	4G LTE
WiFi	WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band	WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.0	Bluetooth 5.0
GPS	GPS, A-GPS	GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFC	n/a	Yes
Port	USB Type-C 2.0	USB Type-C 1.0
3.5mm audio port	Yes	n/a
Biometrics	- Fingerprint scanner - Face unlock	- Fingerprint scanner - Face unlock
OS	ZUI10 (Android 9.0 Pie)	Samsung ONE UI (Android 9 Pie)
Battery	3,300mAh battery w/ 15W fast charge (18W charger)	3,400mAh battery w/ fast charge

Here are the advantages of each smartphone:

Lenovo Z5s

Taller screen aspect ratio
Better display panel
Corning Gorilla Glass protection
USB Type-C 2.0
3.5mm audio port
More affordable (global price-wise)

Samsung Galaxy A8s

Slightly larger screen size
Larger maximum RAM capacity
Higher maximum expandable storage capacity
Higher rear camera resolution
Wider rear camera aperture
Higher front camera resolution
NFC
Slightly larger battery capacity

Let’s start this comparison by taking a look at the design of each smartphone. The Lenovo Z5s comes with a notch design that is similar to the OPPO F9’s dewdrop display while the Galaxy A8s uses Samsung’s Infinity-O display which has a punch-hole design at the upper corner that houses the front camera. Now, I can’t say much if which one has a better design since I have not personally held them yet so it’s up to you on which one would you pick.

Speaking of displays, the Z5s comes with a taller screen aspect ratio and a better panel (see Smartphone Display Tech Explained) but the Galaxy A8s has a larger screen size. Both of them provide, without a doubt, a good viewing experience but specs-wise, the former wins this aspect.

Performance-wise, there shouldn’t be any significant difference between the two smartphones since they both are equipped with a Snapdragon 710 chipset. However, in terms of RAM capacity, the Galaxy A8s comes with a larger maximum GB of memory but to me, 8GB is already an over-kill for a smartphone.

Both the Lenovo Z5s and Galaxy A8s have a triple rear camera setup but the former comes out on top with its wider aperture. It also has higher rear camera resolutions but the camera performance is not all about the number of MPs. We’ll take a closer look once we get our hands on both of them.

The Samsung Galaxy A8s is equipped with a slightly larger battery capacity compared to the Lenovo Z5s, but they both have fast charging capabilities.

In terms of other features, some people will find the Galaxy A8s’ lack of 3.5mm audio port and Corning Gorilla Glass protection a deal breaker.

Here are the prices of each device:

Lenovo Z5s 4GB + 64GB – CNY 1,398 (~PHP 10,757.45)
Lenovo Z5s 6GB + 64GB – CNY 1,598 (~PHP 12,296.43)
Lenovo Z5s 6GB + 128GB – CNY 1,898 (~PHP 14,604.89)
Samsung Galaxy A8s 6GB – CNY 2,999 (~PHP 23,023)

In terms of performance-to-price ratio, 3.5mm audio port, and Corning Gorilla Glass, the Lenovo Z5s is an ideal pick but if you’re fond of taking photos, selfies, and a larger RAM variant, then the Samsung Galaxy A8s is the right choice for you.

What do you guys think? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.