iPhone X vs. Galaxy  Note 8

Cameras

Both the Galaxy Note 8 and the iPhone X have dual cameras on the rear, giving users a 2X optical zoom and the ability to capture a depth-of-field effect known as bokeh. The dual cameras on the phones are very similar - both featuring two 12-megapixel sensors, autofous, optical image stabilisation and LED dual tone flash.

Display

Galaxy Note 8  has a bit large 6.3-inch display than the iPhone X which has a display of 5.8-inch. Both use OLED technology, though Samsung's screen is curved at the edges offering a more immersive effect.

Stylus

Samsung's Note series includes an S Pen that slides into the bottom of the phone. Samsung fans love this for taking notes and sketching. The iPhone X doesn't come with any sort of stylus and there doesn't seem to be demand from Apple's fan base. 

Water Resistant

iPhone X and Galaxy Note 8 both are resistant to water and dust. So customer need not to worry about a dip in the pool.  

Biometrics

Galaxy Note 8 has features like fingerprint reader, an iris scanner and face detection, all of which can be used to unlock the device. The iPhone X offers a 3-D face scanner called Face ID.  Fingerprint reader is completely gone and there’s no iris scanner. Apple promises that Face ID is much more secure than Touch ID, giving its 3-D face tech an advantage over the Note 8.


Wireless Charging

Finally Apple is adding wireless charging to the iPhone this year. It is using “Qi.”Unfortunately, wireless charging is pretty slow, which is why Samsung spent several years making its own advancements with the technology.