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Galaxy S9

US Price

$719

Galaxy S9

Processor

Exynos 9810 / Snapdragon 845

Main Camera

12MP Main Camera with OIS

Display

5.8-inch 60Hz Super AMOLED

Battery

3000 mAh Battery (15W Fast Charging)

Key Features & Connectivity

5G Supported
NFC Enabled
eSIM Support
Wi-Fi 6/7 Ready
Water Resistant
Headphone Jack
ColorsMidnight Black, Coral Blue, Titanium Gray, Lilac Purple
Water RatingIP68 Certified
Release DateMarch 16, 2018
OS SupportNo longer supported
Made InVietnam / India / South Korea

Galaxy S9 Overview

The Galaxy S9 is a Samsung smartphone released in March 2018 with a US reference price of $719. It runs on the Exynos 9810 / Snapdragon 845, has a 5.8-inch 60Hz Super AMOLED display, uses a 12MP Main Camera with OIS and packs a 3000 mAh battery.

General Information

US Price
$719
Weight
163 g
Dimensions
147.7 x 68.7 x 8.5 mm
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
SIM
Single/Dual Nano-SIM
Water resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant
Made in
Vietnam / India / South Korea
Variants
Various global/regional models

Display

Display type
Super AMOLED
Screen size
5.8 inches
Resolution
1440p / 1080p High-Res
Refresh rate
60Hz
Brightness
1050 nits
HDR
HDR10+
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus/Armor
Pixel density
~500 ppi

Performance

Chipset
Exynos 9810 / Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845
CPU
Octa-core
Process
10 nm
RAM
4GB
Storage
64GB, 128GB, 256GB
Storage type
UFS 2.1
Geekbench (single / multi)
N/A
Cooling
Vapor Chamber Cooling

Rear Camera

CamerasSingle
Main12 MP, f/1.5-2.4 (variable), OIS
UltrawideN/A
TelephotoN/A
MacroN/A
StabilizationYes
FlashLED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Video8K@30fps, 4K@60fps

Front Selfie Camera

Selfie camera8 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.22µm, AF
HDRAuto-HDR
Portrait modeYes (Software Blur)
Video1440p@30fps

Battery & Charging

Capacity
3000 mAh
Wired charging
15W wired, 15W wireless
Wireless charging
Yes, Qi/PMA
Reverse charging
No
Charger in box
Yes (Included in retail box)
USB
USB Type-C 3.1

Network & Connectivity

5G
Not supported
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC
Yes (Supports contact payments)
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
IR blaster
No
Headphone jack
Yes (Supports legacy analog jacks)

Sensors

Fingerprint
Rear-mounted
Gyroscope
Yes (3-axis gyroscope)
Compass
Yes (Supports compass apps)
Accelerometer
Yes (Motion detection)
Face unlock
Yes

Software & AI

OS
Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, One UI 2.5
Updates
No longer supported
AI features
N/A
Circle to Search
No
AI photo editing
No
Live translation
No
AI assistant
Supported (Intelligent voice assist)

Pros

  • • Gubstantial 3000 mAh battery provides reliable all-day endurance.
  • • Fast charging technology minimizes downtime between charges.
  • • 5G connectivity support for blazing-fast mobile data speeds.
  • • Oemarkably efficient Exynos 9810 / Snapdragon 845 processor handles multitasking and gaming effortlessly.

Cons

  • • No official IP rating for water and dust resistance.
  • • MicroSD card expansion is not available for additional storage.
  • • The camera housing protrudes noticeably from the rear panel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Galaxy S9 camera good for photography?

Yes, the 12 MP OIS primary camera captures sharp, detailed photos with excellent color accuracy. It also performs well in low-light conditions.

How long does the Galaxy S9 battery last?

With its 3000 mAh battery, the Galaxy S9 comfortably lasts a full day of heavy usage including streaming, browsing, and social media.

Does the Galaxy S9 support 5G networks?

The Galaxy S9 is designed with modern connectivity in mind. Check the detailed specs to confirm 5G band compatibility with major US carriers like AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon.

What is the display size on the Galaxy S9?

The Galaxy S9 features a 5.8 inches display that offers vibrant colors, smooth scrolling, and excellent viewing angles for all types of content.

Is the Galaxy S9 worth buying in the USA?

Absolutely. The Galaxy S9 offers a strong combination of performance, camera quality, battery life, and build quality, making it a smart purchase for US buyers.

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