Overall Score
75.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#505)75.7
Performance(#1225)87.5
Camera(#320)96.5
Display(#1285)83.3
Battery(#382)88.7
Build(#119)95.2
Connectivity(#1542)73.9
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy Note9
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy Note9 features a premium design with a glass front and back, reinforced by Gorilla Glass 5, and an aluminum frame, weighing 201g.
- Its 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1440 x 2960 pixels with HDR10 support, providing vibrant colors and sharp images.
- Performance is powered by either the Exynos 9810 or Snapdragon 845 chipset, paired with up to 8GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and gaming.
- The dual rear camera setup includes a 12 MP wide and a 12 MP telephoto lens, capable of 4K video recording and enhanced low-light performance with OIS.
- A robust 4000mAh battery supports 15W wired and wireless charging, ensuring longevity throughout the day.
- The device runs on Android 8.1 Oreo, upgradable to Android 10 with One UI 2.5, offering a user-friendly interface.
- Special features include stereo speakers, a headphone jack, and IP68 water resistance.
- Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.1.
- The Note9 is available in multiple colors, catering to various aesthetic preferences.
- Overall, it combines high-end specifications with practical features for a versatile smartphone experience.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018, August 24
Announced2018, August 09
DescriptionSM-N960F/DS (Global); SM-N960U (USA); SM-N9600/DS (LATAM, Brazil, China)
Display
Size6.4"
TypeSuper AMOLED, HDR10
Resolution1440 x 2960 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~516 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetExynos 9810 (10 nm) - EMEAQualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm) - USA/LATAM, China
CPUOcta-core (4x2.7 GHz Mongoose M3 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) - EMEAOcta-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver) - USA/LATAM, China
GPUMali-G72 MP18 - EMEAAdreno 630 - USA/LATAM, China
Memory128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/1.5-2.4, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, AF, OIS, 2x optical zoom
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@60fps (no OIS/EIS), 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS & OIS
Selfie Video1440p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details15W wiredWireless (Qi) (market dependent)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions161.9 x 76.4 x 8.8 mm (6.37 x 3.01 x 0.35 in)
Weight201 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
ColorsMetallic Copper, Lavender Purple, Ocean Blue, Midnight Black, Pure White, Alpine White
Foldable✗
SAR1.29 W/kg (head) 1.03 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat18 1200/200 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.1
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, One UI 2.5
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsIris scanner, fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate, SpO2