Galaxy Note 9
The 2018 Note — a Bluetooth S Pen and a huge-for-its-time battery.
The Galaxy Note 9 is a flagship Samsung smartphone released Aug 2018, with a launch price of $999. It pairs the SD 845 with a 6.4" QHD+ AMOLED display, a 12 MP · f/1.5-2.4 main camera and a 4,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 72/100 — A 2018 Note high point — productivity king of its day. Standout strengths: first s pen with bluetooth remote control. and large 4,000 mah battery for 2018. Main trade-off: no 5g; software ended at android 10.
A 2018 Note high point — productivity king of its day.
The Note 9 paired a Bluetooth S Pen with a big battery and dual camera. It was excellent in 2018; no 5G and ended support make it a legacy device now.
Read the full review- First S Pen with Bluetooth remote control.
- Large 4,000 mAh battery for 2018.
- Dual camera with variable aperture.
- IP68, headphone jack and microSD.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Galaxy Note 9 compares
| Galaxy Note 9 | Xperia 10 VI | Galaxy A73 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 72 | 72 | 72 |
| Chipset | SD 845 | SD 6 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 778G 5G |
| Display | 6.4" QHD+ AMOLED | 6.1" OLED 60 Hz | 6.7" AMOLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 12 MP · f/1.5-2.4 | 48 MP · f/1.8 | 108 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 4,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $999 | $449 | $449 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy Note 9 released?
The Galaxy Note 9 was released in Aug 2018.
How much does the Galaxy Note 9 cost?
The Galaxy Note 9 launched at $999 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy Note 9 screen size and type?
The Galaxy Note 9 has a 6.4" QHD+ AMOLED display.
What chipset does the Galaxy Note 9 use?
The Galaxy Note 9 is powered by the SD 845 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy Note 9 have?
The Galaxy Note 9 ships with 6 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy Note 9 battery capacity?
The Galaxy Note 9 has a 4,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the Galaxy Note 9 charge?
The Galaxy Note 9 supports 15 W wired charging.
Does the Galaxy Note 9 have wireless charging?
The Galaxy Note 9 supports 9 W wireless charging.
What is the Galaxy Note 9 main camera?
The Galaxy Note 9 has a 12 MP · f/1.5-2.4 main camera.
Does the Galaxy Note 9 have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the Galaxy Note 9 includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 12 MP, f/2.4, 2× optical.
Does the Galaxy Note 9 have 5G?
The Galaxy Note 9 does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the Galaxy Note 9 waterproof?
The Galaxy Note 9 is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.
How much does the Galaxy Note 9 weigh?
The Galaxy Note 9 weighs 201 g.
What colours does the Galaxy Note 9 come in?
The Galaxy Note 9 is available in 4 colours: Ocean Blue, Midnight Black, Metallic Copper, Lavender Purple.
Is the Galaxy Note 9 worth buying?
The Note 9 paired a Bluetooth S Pen with a big battery and dual camera. It was excellent in 2018; no 5G and ended support make it a legacy device now. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy Note 9 an editorial score of 72/100.
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