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Samsung Galaxy Note9 Specifications
SM-N960F/DS (Global); SM-N960U (USA); SM-N9600/DS (LATAM, Brazil, China)
Samsung
Released 2018, Aug 9
6 / 8 GB RAM · Exynos 9810 (10 nm) - EMEA Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm) - USA/LATAM, China
- 201g, 8.8mm thickness
- Android 8.1, up to Android 10, One UI 2.5
- 128GB/512GB storage, microSDXC
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 7.8 | — |
| Display | 7.4 | — |
| Performance | 7.5 | — |
| Camera | 7.9 | — |
| Body | 6.8 | — |
| Gaming | 7.5 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 2.5 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
6.4"
1440x2960 pixels
12MP
2160p
6/8GB RAM
Exynos 9810
4000mAh
15W5W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| ??? | CDMA 800 / 1900 - USA | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | |
| ??? | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO - USA | |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66, 71 - Global | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 66, 71 - USA | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat18 1200/200 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2018, August 09. Released 2018, August 24 |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 161.9 x 76.4 x 8.8 mm (6.37 x 3.01 x 0.35 in) |
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| Weight | 201 g (7.09 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame | |
| SIM | ?? Nano-SIM ?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
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| ??? | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) Stylus (Bluetooth integration) |
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Display
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Type | Super AMOLED, HDR10 |
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| Size | 6.4 inches, 103.2 cm2 (~83.4% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1440 x 2960 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~516 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
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Platform
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OS | Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, One UI 2.5 |
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| Chipset | Exynos 9810 (10 nm) - EMEA Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm) - USA/LATAM, China |
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| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.7 GHz Mongoose M3 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) - EMEA Octa-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver) - USA/LATAM, China |
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| GPU | Mali-G72 MP18 - EMEA Adreno 630 - USA/LATAM, China |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
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| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM | |
| ??? | UFS 2.1 |
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Main Camera
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Dual | 12 MP, f/1.5-2.4, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4??m, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.4", 1.0??m, AF, OIS, 2x optical zoom |
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| Features | LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 4K@60fps (no OIS/EIS), 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS & OIS |
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Selfie camera
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Dual | 8 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.22??m, AF 2 MP (dedicated iris scanner camera) |
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| Features | HDR | |
| Video | 1440p@30fps |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| ??? | 32-bit/384kHz audio |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 |
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Features
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Sensors | Iris scanner, fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate, SpO2 |
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| ??? | Samsung DeX (desktop experience support) ANT+ Bixby natural language commands and dictation Samsung Pay (Visa, MasterCard certified) |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable |
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| Charging | 15W wired Wireless (Qi) (market dependent) |
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Misc
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Colors | Metallic Copper, Lavender Purple, Ocean Blue, Midnight Black, Pure White, Alpine White |
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| Models | SM-N960F, SM-N9600, SM-N960F, SM-N960U, SM-N960U1, SM-N960N, SM-N960W, SM-N960X, SCV40 | |
| SAR | 1.29 W/kg (head) 1.03 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.38 W/kg (head) 1.51 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 430 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Performance | AnTuTu: 248823 (v7), 315447 (v8) GeekBench: 9026 (v4.4), 2092 (v5.1) GFXBench: 15fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
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| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 4.531 (sunlight) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 71dB / Noise 74dB / Ring 80dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -93.7dB / Crosstalk -94.1dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 97h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Samsung Galaxy Note9 worth buying in 2026?
Samsung Galaxy Note9 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 6.9/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is Samsung Galaxy Note9 good for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy Note9 scores 75/100 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 Note9?
Samsung Galaxy Note9 has a 4,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Samsung Galaxy Note9 have?
Samsung Galaxy Note9 features a 6.40-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
Is Samsung Galaxy Note9 water resistant?
Samsung Galaxy Note9 is rated IP68. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.
How much RAM does Samsung Galaxy Note9 have?
Samsung Galaxy Note9 is available with 6 / 8 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Samsung Galaxy Note9?
Genze rates Samsung Galaxy Note9 6.9/10 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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