Galaxy A9 (2018)
The world's first quad-camera phone — four rear lenses in 2018.
The Galaxy A9 (2018) is a mid-range Samsung smartphone released Nov 2018, with a launch price of $600. It pairs the Snapdragon 660 with a 6.3" SAMOLED 60 Hz display, a 24 MP quad main camera and a 3,800 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 60/100 — The first four-camera phone. Standout strengths: world's first quad rear camera. and telephoto + ultrawide + depth versatility. Main trade-off: snapdragon 660 modest for the price.
The first four-camera phone.
Galaxy A9 (2018) claimed a hardware first — four rear cameras, combining telephoto, ultrawide, depth and main. The Snapdragon 660 made it pricey for its performance, but the camera array was a genuine industry milestone.
Read the full review- World's first quad rear camera.
- Telephoto + ultrawide + depth versatility.
- Big 6.3" SAMOLED.
- microSD + jack.
Full specifications
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How the Galaxy A9 (2018) compares
| Galaxy A9 (2018) | iPhone 7 Plus | Galaxy A14 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 60 | 60 | 60 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 660 | Apple A10 Fusion | Mediatek Helio G80 |
| Display | 6.3" SAMOLED 60 Hz | 5.5" LCD 60 Hz | 6.6" LCD 90 Hz |
| Main camera | 24 MP quad | 12 MP · f/1.8 | 50 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 3,800 mAh | 2,900 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $600 | $769 | $199 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy A9 (2018) released?
The Galaxy A9 (2018) was released in Nov 2018.
How much does the Galaxy A9 (2018) cost?
The Galaxy A9 (2018) launched at $600 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy A9 (2018) screen size and type?
The Galaxy A9 (2018) has a 6.3" SAMOLED 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Galaxy A9 (2018) use?
The Galaxy A9 (2018) is powered by the Snapdragon 660 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy A9 (2018) have?
The Galaxy A9 (2018) ships with 6 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy A9 (2018) battery capacity?
The Galaxy A9 (2018) has a 3,800 mAh battery.
How fast does the Galaxy A9 (2018) charge?
The Galaxy A9 (2018) supports 18 W wired charging.
What is the Galaxy A9 (2018) main camera?
The Galaxy A9 (2018) has a 24 MP quad main camera.
Does the Galaxy A9 (2018) have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the Galaxy A9 (2018) includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 10 MP, f/2.4 (2×).
Does the Galaxy A9 (2018) have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy A9 (2018) has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Galaxy A9 (2018) get software updates?
The Galaxy A9 (2018) update policy: Ended Android 10.
How much does the Galaxy A9 (2018) weigh?
The Galaxy A9 (2018) weighs 183 g.
What colours does the Galaxy A9 (2018) come in?
The Galaxy A9 (2018) is available in 3 colours: Caviar Black, Lemonade Blue, Bubblegum Pink.
Is the Galaxy A9 (2018) worth buying?
Galaxy A9 (2018) claimed a hardware first — four rear cameras, combining telephoto, ultrawide, depth and main. The Snapdragon 660 made it pricey for its performance, but the camera array was a genuine industry milestone. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy A9 (2018) an editorial score of 60/100.
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