Samsung released the new Galaxy A8 2018 edition with their higher variants. Samsung Galaxy A8 and A8+ comes with infinity display, and the models are essentially 2018 Edition of Galaxy A7 and A5. In this post, you will be able to grab the software of the Galaxy A8 and Galaxy A8+, including Pie updates. We also have a tutorial below on how to install stock firmware on Samsung phones. Read ahead; we got you all official updates for the Galaxy A8 2015, Galaxy A8 2016, Galaxy A8 and A8+ (2018) along with the download links for each.
Since these are official updates by Samsung, we expect minimum bugs. With this guide, you can easily upgrade or downgrade your Galaxy A8/A8+ to official firmware.
But before doing anything, we suggest you backup your device. Because, upgrading or downgrading will erase your data, and we don’t want you to lose anything because of us. We have a table/column with the device model and build number of the firmware. Make sure to download the correct version based on your device variant. In that case, please check your device model number by navigating to Settings > About. Otherwise, you may face a severe problem with your phone.
Note: We also have some tool download links, which you may need while flashing the firmware. Make sure to grab them all.
We will be using the Odin tool in order to flash the firmware files. The tutorial is damn easy, and we have covered every step, so that, even a first time user won’t get confused. You don’t need any sort of expertise to play with our tutorial.
But before heading to the download and tutorial, let’s check out some eligibility and release date.
UPDATE (14/08/2019): This article has been revised and updated with the latest Android 9.0 Pie firmware links for Galaxy A8 and A8+ (all models). We recommend you to download the newest firmware only.
Galaxy A8 Oreo update: Eligibility and release date
| Device | Variant | Android 8.0 Oreo | Expected Release Date |
| Galaxy A8 2015 | SM-A800 | N/A | NA |
| Galaxy A8 2016 | SM-A810 | Released on 24 July 2018, in Korea | Available |
| Galaxy A8 2018 | SM-A530 | Released on 09 July 2018, in Asia and Europe | Available |
| Galaxy A8+ 2018 | SM-A730 | Released on July 09, 2018, in Asia and Europe | Available |
The build number of Galaxy A8 Android 8.0 Oreo Asian version is A730FXXU2BRG1 while for Galaxy A8+, it is A530FXXU2BRG1.
Related: Install TWRP [Official] on Samsung Galaxy A8 / A8+ Custom Recovery
Timeline: Galaxy A8 update (SM-A530) | 2018 model
| Variant | Date | Update Download | Android Version | Changelog |
| SM-A530W | 26 Jul 2019 | A530WVLU7CSG4 | Android 9.0 | July 2019 security patch |
| SM-A530N | 04 Jul 2019 | A530NKSU3CSG1 | Android 9.0 | July 2019 security patch |
| SM-A530F | 29 Jul 2019 | A530FXXS7CSH1 | Android 9.0 | August 2018 security patch |
| SM-A530F | 09 Jul 2018 | A530FXXU2BRG1 | Android 8.0.0 | Major System update |
| SM-A530F | 23 May 2018 | A530FXXS2ARE1 | Android 7.1.1 | May 2018 security patch |
| SM-A530F | 12 Apr 2018 | A530FXXU2ARD1 | Android 7.1.1 | April 2018 security patch |
| SM-A530F | 23 Feb 2018 | A530FXXU2ARB9 | Android 7.1.1 | March 2018 security patch |
| SM-A530F | 23 Feb 2018 | A530FXXU2ARB8 | Android 7.1.1 | February 2018 security patch |
| SM-A530F | 19 Feb 2018 | A530FXXU2ARB6 | Android 7.1.1 | February 2018 security patch |
| SM-A530F | 12 Jan 2018 | A530FXXU1ARA3 | Android 7.1.1 | January 2018 security patch |
| SM-A530F | 20 Dec 2017 | A530FXXU1AQLC | Android 7.1.1 | December 2017 security patch |
Timeline: Galaxy A8+ update (SM-A730) | 2018 model
| Date | Update Download | Android Version | Changelog |
| 5 Jul 2019 | A730FXXU6CSG1 | Android 9.0 | July 2019 security patch |
| 04 Jul 2018 | A730FXXU2BRG5 | Android 8.0.0 | Android 8.0 Oreo System update |
| 09 Jul 2018 | A730FXXU2BRG1 | Android 8.0.0 | July 2018 security patch |
| 22 May 2018 | A730FXXU2ARE1 | Android 7.1.1 | May 2018 security patch |
| 14 Apr 2018 | A730FXXU2ARD1 | Android 7.1.1 | April 2018 security patch |
| 21 Mar 2018 | A730FXXU2ARC9 | Android 7.1.1 | March 2018 security patch |
| 23 Feb 2018 | A730FXXU2ARB8 | Android 7.1.1 | February 2018 security patch |
| 19 Feb 2018 | A730FXXU2ARB6 | Android 7.1.1 | February 2018 security patch |
| 12 Jan 2018 | A730FXXU1ARA7 | Android 7.1.1 | January 2018 security patch |
Timeline: Galaxy A8 2016 update
It’s surprising that Samsung has released Android 8.0 Oreo for its two years old non-flagship device. We are happy to see this roll out. Check out from the table below!
| Variant | Date | Update Download | Android Version | Changelog |
| SM-A810F | 10 Jul 2018 | A810SKSU2CRG3 | Android 8.0.0 | Android 8.0 Oreo System update |
| SM-A810F | 04 Sep 2017 | A810FXXU1BQI1 | Android 7.0.0 | August 2017 security patch |
| SM-A810F | 09 Aug 2017 | A810FXXU1BQH3 | Android 7.0.0 | August 2017 security patch |
| SM-A810F | 24 Jan 2017 | A810FXXU1AQA2 | Android 7.0.0 | February 2017 security patch |
Timeline: Galaxy A8 2015 update
Unfortunately, Android Oreo is not coming for this variant. Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow is the best update so far for Galaxy A8 2015. Samsung also cut down the Nougat update for the 2015 model. Hence there is no chance for Oreo in this device. Check out the list of available Marshmallow from the below table.
| Variant | Date | Update Download | Android Version | Changelog |
| SM-A800F | 09 May 2017 | A800FXXU1BQE2 | Android 6.0.1 | May 2017 security patch |
| SM-A800F | 27 Mar 2017 | A800FXXS1BQC3 | Android 6.0.1 | August 2016 security patch |
| SM-A800F | 10 Feb 2017 | A800FXXU1BQB1 | Android 6.0.1 | February 2017 security patch |
| SM-A800F | 28 Nov 2016 | A800FXXS1BPK1 | Android 6.0.1 | November 2016 security patch |
| SM-A800F | 21 Oct 2016 | A800FXXU1BPJ3 | Android 6.0.1 | October 2016 security patch |
How to install Galaxy A8 firmware
Check out your device variant and download the compatible firmware from the above list. Next, proceed to the installation tutorial from the link below.
The tutorial will use Odin flash tool. We have mentioned the full step-by-step instructions on How to install Stock Firmware on Galaxy A8. If you are entirely new to rooting, flashing a Custom ROM or an Official Firmware, please read the entire tutorial once before actually performing it on your device.
Please read the tutorial from the link above to install Stock Firmware on Samsung Galaxy A8. The procedure has been described properly with screenshots. If you got stuck somewhere, drop your comment below, and we will help you as soon as possible.
Have fun playing with the major system upgrade. You can try out some Xposed modules on Oreo, or you can even try Magisk modules to modify your device in the way you like.
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