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Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro phone review — specs and Genze score

Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro Specifications

Samsung

Released 2016, Oct 15

6 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8976 Pro Snapdragon 653 (28 nm)

  • 189g, 6.9mm thickness
  • Android 6.0.1, up to Android 8.0
  • 64GB storage, microSDXC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 7.8
Display 6.8
Performance 5.4
Camera 3.9
Body 5.6
Gaming 6
Software 4.4
Connectivity 1.6
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 5.6/10

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Quick specifications

6.0"

1080x1920 pixels

16MP

1080p

6GB RAM

Snapdragon 653

4000mAh

18W

Score breakdown

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5.6 /10
Performance 5.4/10
Battery 7.8/10
Display 6.8/10
Camera 3.9/10
Body 5.6/10
Gaming 6/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 1.6/10
Sensors 7.2/10
1.95 GHz BT 4.2 2016

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 3, 5, 40, 41 - India
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
Announced 2016, October. Released 2016, November
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 162.9 x 80.7 x 6.9 mm (6.41 x 3.18 x 0.27 in)
Weight 189 g (6.67 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), aluminum back, aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Type Super AMOLED
Size 6.0 inches, 99.2 cm2 (~75.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~367 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 4
OS Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8976 Pro Snapdragon 653 (28 nm)
CPU Octa-core (4x1.95 GHz Cortex-A72 & 4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU Adreno 510
Card slot microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal 64GB 6GB RAM
??? eMMC 5.1
Single 16 MP, f/1.9, PDAF
Features Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Video 1080p@30fps
Single 16 MP, f/1.9, 27mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0??m
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (region dependent)
NFC Yes
Radio Stereo FM radio with RDS
USB USB Type-C
Sensors Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
??? ANT+
Type Li-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging 18W wired
Colors Gold, Pink Gold, Black
Models SM-C9000, SM-C900F, SM-C9008, SM-C900Y
SAR EU 0.79 W/kg (head) 1.62 W/kg (body)
Price About 380 EUR
Performance GFXBench: 5.8fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro worth buying in 2026?

Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.6/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro good for gaming?

Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro scores 60/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro?

Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro has a 4,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro have?

Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro features a 6.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro have?

Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro is available with 6 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro?

Genze rates Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro 5.6/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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