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Network compatibility
Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016): which countries is it compatible in?
Release2016
Features
eSIM ✗5G ✗
2GGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3GHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 38 - Taiwan
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Which countries does the Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) work in?
192 countries(116 fully compatible)
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) eSIM compatible?
No. According to our data, the Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) does not support eSIM and works with a physical SIM card.
Is the Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) 5G compatible?
No, the Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) does not have 5G; it connects over 4G/LTE.
How many countries does the Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) work in?
The Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) is compatible with at least one mobile carrier in 197 of the 239 countries we track.
Which 4G bands does the Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) support?
The Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) supports 7 4G/LTE bands: B1, B3, B5, B7, B8, B28, B38.