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iPhone XR vs Galaxy Note 9

Detailed specifications comparison between the Apple iPhone XR and the Samsung Galaxy Note 9.

iPhone XR

iPhone XR

$749
Galaxy Note 9

Galaxy Note 9

$999
Release DateOctober 26, 2018August 24, 2018
Operating SystemiOS 12, iOS 12Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, One UI 2.5
Display Size6.1 inches6.4 inches
Display TypeLiquid Retina IPS LCDSuper AMOLED, HDR10
Resolution828 x 1792 pixels720 x 1600 pixels
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz
Processor / ChipsetApple A12 BionicExynos 9810 / Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845
RAM3 GB-
Internal Storage64GB, 128GB, 256GB-
Main Camera12MP12 MP, f/1.5-2.4 (variable), OIS
Selfie Camera7MP8 MP, f/1.7, 25mm
Battery Capacity2942 mAh4000 mAh
Charging Speed15W15W wired, 15W wireless
5G Support
NFC
3.5mm Jack

Key differences: iPhone XR vs Galaxy Note 9

  • Galaxy Note 9 has the bigger battery (4,000 mAh vs 2,942 mAh on the iPhone XR).
  • Galaxy Note 9 has the larger screen (6.4-inch vs 6.1-inch on the iPhone XR).
  • iPhone XR has the lower reference price (749 USD vs 999 USD on the Galaxy Note 9).
  • iPhone XR is the newer phone, released about 2 months later.
  • Only the Galaxy Note 9 keeps a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Generated from manufacturer specifications. Prices are reference launch prices in USD and vary by market.

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