Apple iPhone 8 Price in South Africa
Apple iPhone 8 Price in South Africa
The Apple iPhone 8 price in South Africa starts at R2,299, the lowest of 11 shops in South Africa we compared. Prices last checked on ; confirm the price, stock and warranty with the shop before buying.
- GAME 4U (Renewed) Lowest Price R2,299 Visit →
- Techno Cafe (64GB) R2,500 Visit →
- Makro (Pre-Owned, 64GB Space Grey) R2,699 Visit →
- Cellucity (Pre-Owned, 64GB) R2,699 Visit →
- Epic Deals (Used, 256GB Black/White, Good Condition) R2,999 Visit →
- Epic Deals (Used, 256GB Space Gray, Good Condition) R2,999 Visit →
- Techno Cafe (NEW, 256GB) R7,500 Visit →
- Allo Allo (Refurbished, 64GB Gold, Good condition) R19,499 Visit →
- Allo Allo (Refurbished, 64GB, New battery, Good condition) R21,399 Visit →
- Allo Allo (Refurbished, 64GB Red, Very good state) R21,399 Visit →
- Allo Allo (Refurbished, 256GB, Very good state) R23,499 Visit →
Buying the Apple iPhone 8 in South Africa
The lowest Apple iPhone 8 price in South Africa is R2,299 at GAME 4U (Renewed), out of 11 shops we compared (checked 20 September 2026).
- Warranty: check whether the phone comes with the official warranty in South Africa or is an imported (international) unit. Imports can be cheaper but may not be covered by local service centres.
- Network bands: make sure the model sold in South Africa supports your carrier's 4G/5G bands — see the Network section of the specs below.
- Before you pay: confirm the price, stock, storage/RAM version and colour with the shop, as prices change often.
What is the Apple iPhone 8 price in South Africa?
The Apple iPhone 8 price in South Africa starts at R2,299, the lowest shop price we found.
Where can I buy the Apple iPhone 8 in South Africa?
Shops in South Africa listing the Apple iPhone 8 include GAME 4U (Renewed), Techno Cafe (64GB), Makro (Pre-Owned, 64GB Space Grey), Cellucity (Pre-Owned, 64GB). See the price list above for each shop's price and link.
Full Specifications
Display
| Type | Retina HD IPS LCD, 3D Touch, True Tone |
| Size | 4.7 inches |
| Resolution | 1334 x 750 pixels, 326 ppi |
| Protection | Ion-strengthened glass, oleophobic coating |
| Features | Wide color display (P3), 625 nits max brightness (typical) |
Platform
| OS | iOS 11, upgradable to iOS 16.7.16 (as of May 2026) |
| Chipset | Apple A11 Bionic (10 nm) |
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x Monsoon + 4x Mistral) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (three-core graphics) |
Memory
| Internal | 64GB, 128GB, 256GB NVMe |
| RAM | 2GB LPDDR4X |
| Card slot | No |
Main Camera
| Single | 12 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), PDAF, OIS |
| Features | Quad-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps |
Selfie Camera
| Single | 7 MP, f/2.2 |
| Features | Face detection, HDR, panorama, Retina Flash |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
| Type | Non-removable Li-Ion 1821 mAh |
| Charging | Fast charging 15W, Qi wireless charging |
| Talk time | Up to 14 hours |
| Internet use | Up to 12 hours |
| Video playback | Up to 13 hours |
| Audio playback | Up to 40 hours |
Body
| Dimensions | 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3 mm (5.45 x 2.65 x 0.29 in) |
| Weight | 148 g (5.22 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| IP Rating | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| GPS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS |
| NFC | Yes (Apple Pay only) |
| Radio | No |
| USB | Lightning, USB 2.0 |
Launch
| Announced | September 12, 2017 |
| Status | Released September 22, 2017 |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Compact and familiar design with Touch ID
- Reliable performance for everyday tasks with A11 Bionic chip
- Wireless charging and fast charging support
- Improved camera with optical image stabilization
- Still receives critical security updates (as of 2026)
Cons
- Older design with large bezels compared to modern phones
- Limited to iOS 16, no major OS upgrades beyond that
- Battery life may be degraded on older units
- No 3.5mm headphone jack
- Single rear camera lacks versatility of newer models
In The Box & Warranty
- iPhone with iOS 11
- EarPods with Lightning Connector
- Lightning to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter
- Lightning to USB Cable
- USB Power Adapter
- Documentation
- SIM ejector tool
Apple provides a one-year limited warranty covering manufacturing defects and workmanship from the date of original retail purchase.
Questions & Answers
When was the iPhone 8 released?
The iPhone 8 was officially released on September 22, 2017.
Does the iPhone 8 support wireless charging?
Yes, the iPhone 8 was one of the first iPhones to support Qi wireless charging.
What operating system does the iPhone 8 run?
The iPhone 8 launched with iOS 11 and can be updated to iOS 16.7.16 as of May 2026, but it will not receive major iOS upgrades beyond iOS 16.
Is the iPhone 8 water resistant?
Yes, the iPhone 8 is rated IP67 for dust and water resistance, meaning it can withstand immersion in up to 1 meter of water for 30 minutes.
What kind of camera does the iPhone 8 have?
It features a single 12 MP rear camera with f/1.8 aperture and optical image stabilization, capable of 4K video recording, and a 7 MP front camera.
Is the iPhone 8 still a good phone in 2026?
In 2026, the iPhone 8 is considered a budget option suitable for basic tasks like calls, messaging, and web browsing, but its age means limited software updates and potentially degraded battery life.