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iPhone XS vs Galaxy S9+

Detailed specifications comparison between the Apple iPhone XS and the Samsung Galaxy S9+.

iPhone XS

iPhone XS

$999
Galaxy S9+

Galaxy S9+

$839
Release DateSeptember 21, 2018March 16, 2018
Operating SystemiOS 12, iOS 12Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, One UI 2.5
Display Size5.8 inches6.2 inches
Display TypeSuper Retina OLEDSuper AMOLED, HDR10
Resolution1125 x 2436 pixels1080 x 2400 pixels
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz
Processor / ChipsetApple A12 BionicExynos 9810 / Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845
RAM4 GB-
Internal Storage64GB, 256GB, 512GB-
Main Camera12MP12 MP, f/1.5-2.4 (variable), OIS
Selfie Camera7MP12 MP / 40 MP
Battery Capacity2658 mAh3500 mAh
Charging Speed15W15W wired, 15W wireless
5G Support
NFC
3.5mm Jack

Key differences: iPhone XS vs Galaxy S9+

  • Galaxy S9+ has the bigger battery (3,500 mAh vs 2,658 mAh on the iPhone XS).
  • Galaxy S9+ has the larger screen (6.2-inch vs 5.8-inch on the iPhone XS).
  • Galaxy S9+ has the lower reference price (839 USD vs 999 USD on the iPhone XS).
  • iPhone XS is the newer phone, released about 6 months later.
  • Only the Galaxy S9+ 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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