SAMSUNG GALAXY NOTE 9 SPECIFICATION
Specifications
Design
Colors
Ocean Blue
Lavender Purple
Cloud Silver
Midnight Black
Dimensions & Weight
Galaxy Note9
Dimensions:
6.37 x 3.01 x 0.35 in
Weight: 7.09 oz
S Pen
Dimensions:
0.22 x 0.17 x 4.19 in
Weight: 0.11 oz
Display
6.4" Quad HD+ Super AMOLED
(2960x1440)
516 ppi
*Screen measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners.
*Default resolution is Full HD+ and can be changed to Quad HD+ in Settings.
*Infinity Display: a near bezel-less, full-frontal, edge-to-edge screen.
S Pen
Bluetooth enabled
Super capacitor: 30 minutes of standby with 40 seconds of charging
Pressure levels: 4096
Pen Tip diameter: 0.7 mm
IP68
Live message
Samsung Notes
Screen off memo
Smart select
Screen write
Translate
Bixby Vision
Glance
Magnify
PENUP
Coloring
*S Pen remote function reaches about 32 feet in an open space. Performance subject to circumstances.
*S Pen battery life may vary based on usage.
*IP68 rating is based on test conditions for submersion in up to 5 ft of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Rinse residue/dry if wet
Camera
Front Camera
8MP AF sensor
Sensor size: 1/3.6"
Pixel size: 1.22µm
Sensor ratio: 4:3
FOV: 80˚
F1.7 aperture
Selfie focus
Selfie
Wide selfie
Rear Dual Camera
Wide-angle
Super Speed Dual Pixel 12MP AF sensor
Sensor size: 1/2.55"
Pixel Size: 1.4µm
Sensor ratio: 4:3
FOV: 77˚
Dual Aperture: F1.5 mode/ F2.4 mode
Telephoto
12MP AF sensor
Sensor size: 1/3.4"
Pixel Size: 1.0µm
Sensor ratio: 4:3
FOV: 45˚
F2.4 aperture
Dual OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)
Optical zoom at 2x
Digital zoom up to 10x
Scene Optimizer
Flaw Detection
Live Focus (background blur effect)
Dual capture
Panorama
Auto/Pro
Super Slow-mo
AR Emoji
Hyperlapse
*Scene optimizer supports 20 modes: Food, Portraits, Flowers, Indoor scenes, Animals, Landscapes, Greenery, Trees, Sky, Mountains, Beaches, Sunrises and sunsets, Watersides, Street scenes, Night scenes, Waterfalls, Snow, Birds, Backlit, Text.
*Accuracy of Scene Optimizer may differ depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus, or moving subjects.
*Accuracy of Flaw Detection may differ depending on surrounding conditions or subject.
*Blink and blur detection works best when there are three or fewer people in the frame, 5 feet or closer to the camera.
*Lens smudge and backlighting detection notifies once every 24 hours if flaw is detected.
*AR Emoji may only be sent with apps supporting GIF format.
*Super Slow-mo only supports HD resolution. In single manual mode, video is approximately 0.4 seconds of recording and 12 seconds of playback at 960 fps. In other modes, video is approximately 0.2 seconds of recording and 6 seconds of playback (with up to 20 shots in multi taking mode).
Front & Rear Camera
VDIS (Video Digital Image Stabilization)
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
Full view
Floating camera button
Flaw Detection
AR Emoji
Motion photo
Filters
Stamps
Grid line
Location tags
Timer
Quick launch
Video Recording
4K video recording at 30 fps or 60 fps
QHD video recording at 30 fps
1080p HD video recording at 30 fps or 60 fps
720p HD video recording at 30 fps
Super Slow-mo video support 720p at 960 fps
Slow Motion video support 1080p at 240 fps
Hyperlapse video support 1080p
VDIS (Video Digital Image Stabilization)
Digital zoom up to 10x
High CRI LED Flash
Continuous autofocus video
Face detection
Tracking AF
Take 9.1-megapixel still photos while recording 4K video
Playback zoom
Video location tags
*Super Slow-mo only supports HD resolution. In single manual mode, video is approximately 0.4 seconds of recording and 12 seconds of playback at 960 fps. In other modes, video is approximately 0.2 seconds of recording and 6 seconds of playback (with up to 20 shots in multi taking mode).
Performance
Battery
Battery capacity
4000mAh
Charging
Fast Charging compatible on wired and wireless
*Wired charging compatible with QC2.0 and AFC
*Wireless charging compatible with WPC and PMA
Network & Connectivity
Enhanced 4x4 MIMO, 5CA, LAA, LTE Cat.18
*May differ by country and carrier.
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz), VHT80 MU-MIMO, 1024QAM,
Bluetooth® v 5.0 (LE up to 2Mbps), ANT+, USB Type-C, NFC, Location (GPS, Galileo, Glonass, BeiDou)
*Galileo and BeiDou coverage may be limited. BeiDou may not be available for certain countries.
AP
10㎚ 64-bit Octa-Core Processor ※2.8GHz + 1.7GHz (Maximum Clock Speed, Performance Core + Efficiency Core)
*May differ by country and carrier.
Memory
6GB RAM
128GB
8GB RAM
512GB
*May differ by country and carrier.
*512GB models come with 8GB RAM. 128GB models come with 6GB RAM.
*Available internal storage may vary depending on pre-installed software.
Expandable Memory & SIM Card
One Nano SIM and one MicroSD slot (up to 512GB)
*MicroSD card sold separately. Availability of 512GB MicroSD may differ by country and manufacturer.
OS
Android 8.1 (Oreo)
Audio
Stereo speakers tuned by AKG
Surround sound with Dolby Atmos technology (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus included.)
Ultra high quality audio playback
UHQ 32-bit & DSD support PCM: Up to 32 bits
DSD: DSD64/128
*DSD64 and DSD128 playback can be limited depending on the file format.
Audio playback formats
MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, DSF, DFF, APE
Bluetooth
Dual Audio: connect two Bluetooth devices to the Galaxy Note9 to play audio through the two devices simultaneously.
*The two connected devices may exhibit a slight latency in sound output. Scalable Codec: Enhanced Bluetooth connection under ambient radio frequency interference.
*Only available with certain accessories made by Samsung.
Recording
Recording quality is improved with the High AOP Mic that minimizes distortion in noisy environments.
*AOP: Acoustic Overload Point
Bundled earphones
Pure sound tuned by AKG
Hybrid canal type
2way dynamic unit
Video
Video Playback Formats
MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM
TV connection
Wireless: Smart View (Miracast 1080p at 30 fps, mirroring support available for devices supporting Miracast or Google Cast.)
With cable: supports DisplayPort over USB type-C. Supports video out when connecting via HDMI Adapter. (DisplayPort 4K 60 fps)
Water Resistance
IP68
*IP68 rating is based on test conditions for submersion in up to 5 feet of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Rinse residue/dry if wet.
Sensors & Buttons
Sensors
Iris sensor
Pressure sensor
Accelerometer
Barometer
Fingerprint sensor
Gyro sensor
Geomagnetic sensor
Hall sensor
HR sensor
Proximity sensor
RGB light sensor
Buttons
On/Off key
Volume key
Bixby key
Security
Security
Knox Platform: real-time security monitoring and protection.
Virus, malware prevention. (Powered by McAfee)
Secure Folder: a secure space on the device to keep content such as apps, photos, movies, and private files secured by iris scanning or fingerprint scanning.
*Virus and malware prevention solution providers may vary by country.
Authentication
Lock type: pattern, PIN, password
Biometrics lock type: iris scanner, fingerprint scanner, face recognition
Intelligent Scan: Combines iris scan and Dual OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)
Optical zoom at 2x
Digital zoom up to 10x
Scene Optimizer
Flaw Detection
Live Focus (background blur effect)
Dual capture
Panorama
Auto/Pro
Super Slow-mo
AR Emoji
Hyperlapse
*Scene optimizer supports 20 modes: Food, Portraits, Flowers, Indoor scenes, Animals, Landscapes, Greenery, Trees, Sky, Mountains, Beaches, Sunrises and sunsets, Watersides, Street scenes, Night scenes, Waterfalls, Snow, Birds, Backlit, Text.
*Accuracy of Scene Optimizer may differ depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus, or moving subjects.
*Accuracy of Flaw Detection may differ depending on surrounding conditions or subject.
*Blink and blur detection works best when there are three or fewer people in the frame, 5 feet or closer to the camera.
*Lens smudge and backlighting detection notifies once every 24 hours if flaw is detected.
*AR Emoji may only be sent with apps supporting GIF format.
*Super Slow-mo only supports HD resolution. In single manual mode, video is approximately 0.4 seconds of recording and 12 seconds of playback at 960 fps. In other modes, video is approximately 0.2 seconds of recording and 6 seconds of playback (with up to 20 shots in multi taking mode).
Payment
Samsung Pay
Credit & debit cards: supports MST or/and NFC
Membership cards
Gift cards
Transit cards
Reward point service
*Available in select countries. Payment solutions and available features may vary by country, carrier and service providers.
Intelligence
Bixby
The all-new Bixby, Samsung's intelligent assistant
Vision: AR Experiences for Translation, Shopping, Place, Food, and Image
Reminder: Remember standard to-dos, emails, texts, videos, photos, website links and more
Home: Personalized contents in a single screen
*Available functions and features may vary by country.
*Samsung Account login and data network (Wi-Fi or internet connection) required for some features. Translation speed may vary depending on internet connection and word count. This function is limited to selected languages. For the full list of languages please visit http://www.samsung.com/us/explore/bixby/.
*Bixby only recognizes select languages and accents/dialects.
Customization
Edge Screen
Edge Panels: Apps edge, People edge, Smart select, Reminder, Tasks edge, Quick panel, Clipboard edge, Device Maintenance, Weather, Calendar
Edge Lighting
Video Wallpaper
Up to 15 seconds of video can be used.
AOD (Always On Display)
AOD Content
View time, date, and notifications while your screen is off.
Choose from a variety of clock designs and information.
Clock: digital clock, analog clock, world clock, and edge clock (option to choose color and wallpaper).
Active clock (with second hand)
Calendar
Image: select an image from Gallery or Smart select and set it as wallpaper for the AOD screen.
Animated GIF
Other settings: set custom text, date, battery level, app notifications, and song information.
Face Widgets
Experience different widgets on the AOD screen by double-tapping the clock area.
Pin to AOD
Pin text and images you wish to remember to the AOD screen. The pinned memo can be easily viewed or deleted.
You can pin memos to the AOD screen using Reminder and Share via.
AOD Themes
Download AOD-exclusive themes from Theme Store.
Decorate your AOD screen with various themes.
*Available contents and features may vary depending on country/carrier and may be subject to additional charge.
Theme Services
Themes are downloadable customization packages that modify your wallpaper, icons and other user interface elements to help you customize the look of your phone.
*Compatible apps and features may vary by theme.
*Available contents and features may vary depending on country/carrier and may be subject to additional charge.
Accessibility
Accessibility Features
To continue making our technology accessible to everyone, Samsung has developed and applied a variety of technical solutions. With solutions for vision, hearing, dexterity, and interaction, people with disabilities can easily use smartphones and take advantage of new and exciting features.
Voice assistant
Voice label
High contrast theme, font, and keyboard
Magnifier window
Magnifier widget
Color lens
Color adjustment
Sound detector
Flash notification
Sound balance
Mono audio
Universal switch
Assistant menu
Direction lock
Direct access
In the box
Galaxy Note9
Device
S Pen
USB cable
AKG Earphones
SIM Ejection Pin
USB power adaptor
USB connector
Pen nibs
Tweezer
Quick start guide
USB connector
*In-box items may vary by country, region, or carrier.
Design
Colors
Ocean Blue
Lavender Purple
Cloud Silver
Midnight Black
Dimensions & Weight
Galaxy Note9
Dimensions:
6.37 x 3.01 x 0.35 in
Weight: 7.09 oz
S Pen
Dimensions:
0.22 x 0.17 x 4.19 in
Weight: 0.11 oz
Display
6.4" Quad HD+ Super AMOLED
(2960x1440)
516 ppi
*Screen measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners.
*Default resolution is Full HD+ and can be changed to Quad HD+ in Settings.
*Infinity Display: a near bezel-less, full-frontal, edge-to-edge screen.
S Pen
Bluetooth enabled
Super capacitor: 30 minutes of standby with 40 seconds of charging
Pressure levels: 4096
Pen Tip diameter: 0.7 mm
IP68
Live message
Samsung Notes
Screen off memo
Smart select
Screen write
Translate
Bixby Vision
Glance
Magnify
PENUP
Coloring
*S Pen remote function reaches about 32 feet in an open space. Performance subject to circumstances.
*S Pen battery life may vary based on usage.
*IP68 rating is based on test conditions for submersion in up to 5 ft of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Rinse residue/dry if wet
Camera
Front Camera
8MP AF sensor
Sensor size: 1/3.6"
Pixel size: 1.22µm
Sensor ratio: 4:3
FOV: 80˚
F1.7 aperture
Selfie focus
Selfie
Wide selfie
Rear Dual Camera
Wide-angle
Super Speed Dual Pixel 12MP AF sensor
Sensor size: 1/2.55"
Pixel Size: 1.4µm
Sensor ratio: 4:3
FOV: 77˚
Dual Aperture: F1.5 mode/ F2.4 mode
Telephoto
12MP AF sensor
Sensor size: 1/3.4"
Pixel Size: 1.0µm
Sensor ratio: 4:3
FOV: 45˚
F2.4 aperture
Dual OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)
Optical zoom at 2x
Digital zoom up to 10x
Scene Optimizer
Flaw Detection
Live Focus (background blur effect)
Dual capture
Panorama
Auto/Pro
Super Slow-mo
AR Emoji
Hyperlapse
*Scene optimizer supports 20 modes: Food, Portraits, Flowers, Indoor scenes, Animals, Landscapes, Greenery, Trees, Sky, Mountains, Beaches, Sunrises and sunsets, Watersides, Street scenes, Night scenes, Waterfalls, Snow, Birds, Backlit, Text.
*Accuracy of Scene Optimizer may differ depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus, or moving subjects.
*Accuracy of Flaw Detection may differ depending on surrounding conditions or subject.
*Blink and blur detection works best when there are three or fewer people in the frame, 5 feet or closer to the camera.
*Lens smudge and backlighting detection notifies once every 24 hours if flaw is detected.
*AR Emoji may only be sent with apps supporting GIF format.
*Super Slow-mo only supports HD resolution. In single manual mode, video is approximately 0.4 seconds of recording and 12 seconds of playback at 960 fps. In other modes, video is approximately 0.2 seconds of recording and 6 seconds of playback (with up to 20 shots in multi taking mode).
Front & Rear Camera
VDIS (Video Digital Image Stabilization)
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
Full view
Floating camera button
Flaw Detection
AR Emoji
Motion photo
Filters
Stamps
Grid line
Location tags
Timer
Quick launch
Video Recording
4K video recording at 30 fps or 60 fps
QHD video recording at 30 fps
1080p HD video recording at 30 fps or 60 fps
720p HD video recording at 30 fps
Super Slow-mo video support 720p at 960 fps
Slow Motion video support 1080p at 240 fps
Hyperlapse video support 1080p
VDIS (Video Digital Image Stabilization)
Digital zoom up to 10x
High CRI LED Flash
Continuous autofocus video
Face detection
Tracking AF
Take 9.1-megapixel still photos while recording 4K video
Playback zoom
Video location tags
*Super Slow-mo only supports HD resolution. In single manual mode, video is approximately 0.4 seconds of recording and 12 seconds of playback at 960 fps. In other modes, video is approximately 0.2 seconds of recording and 6 seconds of playback (with up to 20 shots in multi taking mode).
Performance
Battery
Battery capacity
4000mAh
Charging
Fast Charging compatible on wired and wireless
*Wired charging compatible with QC2.0 and AFC
*Wireless charging compatible with WPC and PMA
Network & Connectivity
Enhanced 4x4 MIMO, 5CA, LAA, LTE Cat.18
*May differ by country and carrier.
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz), VHT80 MU-MIMO, 1024QAM,
Bluetooth® v 5.0 (LE up to 2Mbps), ANT+, USB Type-C, NFC, Location (GPS, Galileo, Glonass, BeiDou)
*Galileo and BeiDou coverage may be limited. BeiDou may not be available for certain countries.
AP
10㎚ 64-bit Octa-Core Processor ※2.8GHz + 1.7GHz (Maximum Clock Speed, Performance Core + Efficiency Core)
*May differ by country and carrier.
Memory
6GB RAM
128GB
8GB RAM
512GB
*May differ by country and carrier.
*512GB models come with 8GB RAM. 128GB models come with 6GB RAM.
*Available internal storage may vary depending on pre-installed software.
Expandable Memory & SIM Card
One Nano SIM and one MicroSD slot (up to 512GB)
*MicroSD card sold separately. Availability of 512GB MicroSD may differ by country and manufacturer.
OS
Android 8.1 (Oreo)
Audio
Stereo speakers tuned by AKG
Surround sound with Dolby Atmos technology (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus included.)
Ultra high quality audio playback
UHQ 32-bit & DSD support PCM: Up to 32 bits
DSD: DSD64/128
*DSD64 and DSD128 playback can be limited depending on the file format.
Audio playback formats
MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, DSF, DFF, APE
Bluetooth
Dual Audio: connect two Bluetooth devices to the Galaxy Note9 to play audio through the two devices simultaneously.
*The two connected devices may exhibit a slight latency in sound output. Scalable Codec: Enhanced Bluetooth connection under ambient radio frequency interference.
*Only available with certain accessories made by Samsung.
Recording
Recording quality is improved with the High AOP Mic that minimizes distortion in noisy environments.
*AOP: Acoustic Overload Point
Bundled earphones
Pure sound tuned by AKG
Hybrid canal type
2way dynamic unit
Video
Video Playback Formats
MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM
TV connection
Wireless: Smart View (Miracast 1080p at 30 fps, mirroring support available for devices supporting Miracast or Google Cast.)
With cable: supports DisplayPort over USB type-C. Supports video out when connecting via HDMI Adapter. (DisplayPort 4K 60 fps)
Water Resistance
IP68
*IP68 rating is based on test conditions for submersion in up to 5 feet of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Rinse residue/dry if wet.
Sensors & Buttons
Sensors
Iris sensor
Pressure sensor
Accelerometer
Barometer
Fingerprint sensor
Gyro sensor
Geomagnetic sensor
Hall sensor
HR sensor
Proximity sensor
RGB light sensor
Buttons
On/Off key
Volume key
Bixby key
Security
Security
Knox Platform: real-time security monitoring and protection.
Virus, malware prevention. (Powered by McAfee)
Secure Folder: a secure space on the device to keep content such as apps, photos, movies, and private files secured by iris scanning or fingerprint scanning.
*Virus and malware prevention solution providers may vary by country.
Authentication
Lock type: pattern, PIN, password
Biometrics lock type: iris scanner, fingerprint scanner, face recognition
Intelligent Scan: Combines iris scan and Dual OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)
Optical zoom at 2x
Digital zoom up to 10x
Scene Optimizer
Flaw Detection
Live Focus (background blur effect)
Dual capture
Panorama
Auto/Pro
Super Slow-mo
AR Emoji
Hyperlapse
*Scene optimizer supports 20 modes: Food, Portraits, Flowers, Indoor scenes, Animals, Landscapes, Greenery, Trees, Sky, Mountains, Beaches, Sunrises and sunsets, Watersides, Street scenes, Night scenes, Waterfalls, Snow, Birds, Backlit, Text.
*Accuracy of Scene Optimizer may differ depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus, or moving subjects.
*Accuracy of Flaw Detection may differ depending on surrounding conditions or subject.
*Blink and blur detection works best when there are three or fewer people in the frame, 5 feet or closer to the camera.
*Lens smudge and backlighting detection notifies once every 24 hours if flaw is detected.
*AR Emoji may only be sent with apps supporting GIF format.
*Super Slow-mo only supports HD resolution. In single manual mode, video is approximately 0.4 seconds of recording and 12 seconds of playback at 960 fps. In other modes, video is approximately 0.2 seconds of recording and 6 seconds of playback (with up to 20 shots in multi taking mode).
Payment
Samsung Pay
Credit & debit cards: supports MST or/and NFC
Membership cards
Gift cards
Transit cards
Reward point service
*Available in select countries. Payment solutions and available features may vary by country, carrier and service providers.
Intelligence
Bixby
The all-new Bixby, Samsung's intelligent assistant
Vision: AR Experiences for Translation, Shopping, Place, Food, and Image
Reminder: Remember standard to-dos, emails, texts, videos, photos, website links and more
Home: Personalized contents in a single screen
*Available functions and features may vary by country.
*Samsung Account login and data network (Wi-Fi or internet connection) required for some features. Translation speed may vary depending on internet connection and word count. This function is limited to selected languages. For the full list of languages please visit http://www.samsung.com/us/explore/bixby/.
*Bixby only recognizes select languages and accents/dialects.
Customization
Edge Screen
Edge Panels: Apps edge, People edge, Smart select, Reminder, Tasks edge, Quick panel, Clipboard edge, Device Maintenance, Weather, Calendar
Edge Lighting
Video Wallpaper
Up to 15 seconds of video can be used.
AOD (Always On Display)
AOD Content
View time, date, and notifications while your screen is off.
Choose from a variety of clock designs and information.
Clock: digital clock, analog clock, world clock, and edge clock (option to choose color and wallpaper).
Active clock (with second hand)
Calendar
Image: select an image from Gallery or Smart select and set it as wallpaper for the AOD screen.
Animated GIF
Other settings: set custom text, date, battery level, app notifications, and song information.
Face Widgets
Experience different widgets on the AOD screen by double-tapping the clock area.
Pin to AOD
Pin text and images you wish to remember to the AOD screen. The pinned memo can be easily viewed or deleted.
You can pin memos to the AOD screen using Reminder and Share via.
AOD Themes
Download AOD-exclusive themes from Theme Store.
Decorate your AOD screen with various themes.
*Available contents and features may vary depending on country/carrier and may be subject to additional charge.
Theme Services
Themes are downloadable customization packages that modify your wallpaper, icons and other user interface elements to help you customize the look of your phone.
*Compatible apps and features may vary by theme.
*Available contents and features may vary depending on country/carrier and may be subject to additional charge.
Accessibility
Accessibility Features
To continue making our technology accessible to everyone, Samsung has developed and applied a variety of technical solutions. With solutions for vision, hearing, dexterity, and interaction, people with disabilities can easily use smartphones and take advantage of new and exciting features.
Voice assistant
Voice label
High contrast theme, font, and keyboard
Magnifier window
Magnifier widget
Color lens
Color adjustment
Sound detector
Flash notification
Sound balance
Mono audio
Universal switch
Assistant menu
Direction lock
Direct access
In the box
Galaxy Note9
Device
S Pen
USB cable
AKG Earphones
SIM Ejection Pin
USB power adaptor
USB connector
Pen nibs
Tweezer
Quick start guide
USB connector
*In-box items may vary by country, region, or carrier.
Design
Colors
Ocean Blue
Lavender Purple
Cloud Silver
Midnight Black
Galaxy Note9
Dimensions:
6.37 x 3.01 x 0.35 in
Weight: 7.09 oz
S Pen
Dimensions:
0.22 x 0.17 x 4.19 in
Weight: 0.11 oz
Display
6.4" Quad HD+ Super AMOLED
(2960x1440)
516 ppi
*Screen measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners.
*Default resolution is Full HD+ and can be changed to Quad HD+ in Settings.
*Infinity Display: a near bezel-less, full-frontal, edge-to-edge screen.
S Pen
Bluetooth enabled
Super capacitor: 30 minutes of standby with 40 seconds of charging
Pressure levels: 4096
Pen Tip diameter: 0.7 mm
IP68
Live message
Samsung Notes
Screen off memo
Smart select
Screen write
Translate
Bixby Vision
Glance
Magnify
PENUP
Coloring
*S Pen remote function reaches about 32 feet in an open space. Performance subject to circumstances.
*S Pen battery life may vary based on usage.
*IP68 rating is based on test conditions for submersion in up to 5 ft of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Rinse residue/dry if wet
Camera
Front Camera
8MP AF sensor
Sensor size: 1/3.6"
Pixel size: 1.22µm
Sensor ratio: 4:3
FOV: 80˚
F1.7 aperture
Selfie focus
Selfie
Wide selfie
Rear Dual Camera
Wide-angle
Super Speed Dual Pixel 12MP AF sensor
Sensor size: 1/2.55"
Pixel Size: 1.4µm
Sensor ratio: 4:3
FOV: 77˚
Dual Aperture: F1.5 mode/ F2.4 mode
Telephoto
12MP AF sensor
Sensor size: 1/3.4"
Pixel Size: 1.0µm
Sensor ratio: 4:3
FOV: 45˚
F2.4 aperture
Dual OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)
Optical zoom at 2x
Digital zoom up to 10x
Scene Optimizer
Flaw Detection
Live Focus (background blur effect)
Dual capture
Panorama
Auto/Pro
Super Slow-mo
AR Emoji
Hyperlapse
*Scene optimizer supports 20 modes: Food, Portraits, Flowers, Indoor scenes, Animals, Landscapes, Greenery, Trees, Sky, Mountains, Beaches, Sunrises and sunsets, Watersides, Street scenes, Night scenes, Waterfalls, Snow, Birds, Backlit, Text.
*Accuracy of Scene Optimizer may differ depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus, or moving subjects.
*Accuracy of Flaw Detection may differ depending on surrounding conditions or subject.
*Blink and blur detection works best when there are three or fewer people in the frame, 5 feet or closer to the camera.
*Lens smudge and backlighting detection notifies once every 24 hours if flaw is detected.
*AR Emoji may only be sent with apps supporting GIF format.
*Super Slow-mo only supports HD resolution. In single manual mode, video is approximately 0.4 seconds of recording and 12 seconds of playback at 960 fps. In other modes, video is approximately 0.2 seconds of recording and 6 seconds of playback (with up to 20 shots in multi taking mode).
Front & Rear Camera
VDIS (Video Digital Image Stabilization)
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
Full view
Floating camera button
Flaw Detection
AR Emoji
Motion photo
Filters
Stamps
Grid line
Location tags
Timer
Quick launch
Video Recording
4K video recording at 30 fps or 60 fps
QHD video recording at 30 fps
1080p HD video recording at 30 fps or 60 fps
720p HD video recording at 30 fps
Super Slow-mo video support 720p at 960 fps
Slow Motion video support 1080p at 240 fps
Hyperlapse video support 1080p
VDIS (Video Digital Image Stabilization)
Digital zoom up to 10x
High CRI LED Flash
Continuous autofocus video
Face detection
Tracking AF
Take 9.1-megapixel still photos while recording 4K video
Playback zoom
Video location tags
*Super Slow-mo only supports HD resolution. In single manual mode, video is approximately 0.4 seconds of recording and 12 seconds of playback at 960 fps. In other modes, video is approximately 0.2 seconds of recording and 6 seconds of playback (with up to 20 shots in multi taking mode).
Performance
Battery
Battery capacity
4000mAh
Charging
Fast Charging compatible on wired and wireless
*Wired charging compatible with QC2.0 and AFC
*Wireless charging compatible with WPC and PMA
Network & Connectivity
Enhanced 4x4 MIMO, 5CA, LAA, LTE Cat.18
*May differ by country and carrier.
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz), VHT80 MU-MIMO, 1024QAM,
Bluetooth® v 5.0 (LE up to 2Mbps), ANT+, USB Type-C, NFC, Location (GPS, Galileo, Glonass, BeiDou)
*Galileo and BeiDou coverage may be limited. BeiDou may not be available for certain countries.
AP
10㎚ 64-bit Octa-Core Processor ※2.8GHz + 1.7GHz (Maximum Clock Speed, Performance Core + Efficiency Core)
*May differ by country and carrier.
Memory
6GB RAM
128GB
8GB RAM
512GB
*May differ by country and carrier.
*512GB models come with 8GB RAM. 128GB models come with 6GB RAM.
*Available internal storage may vary depending on pre-installed software.
Expandable Memory & SIM Card
One Nano SIM and one MicroSD slot (up to 512GB)
*MicroSD card sold separately. Availability of 512GB MicroSD may differ by country and manufacturer.
OS
Android 8.1 (Oreo)
Audio
Stereo speakers tuned by AKG
Surround sound with Dolby Atmos technology (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus included.)
Ultra high quality audio playback
UHQ 32-bit & DSD support PCM: Up to 32 bits
DSD: DSD64/128
*DSD64 and DSD128 playback can be limited depending on the file format.
Audio playback formats
MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, DSF, DFF, APE
Bluetooth
Dual Audio: connect two Bluetooth devices to the Galaxy Note9 to play audio through the two devices simultaneously.
*The two connected devices may exhibit a slight latency in sound output. Scalable Codec: Enhanced Bluetooth connection under ambient radio frequency interference.
*Only available with certain accessories made by Samsung.
Recording
Recording quality is improved with the High AOP Mic that minimizes distortion in noisy environments.
*AOP: Acoustic Overload Point
Bundled earphones
Pure sound tuned by AKG
Hybrid canal type
2way dynamic unit
Video
Video Playback Formats
MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM
TV connection
Wireless: Smart View (Miracast 1080p at 30 fps, mirroring support available for devices supporting Miracast or Google Cast.)
With cable: supports DisplayPort over USB type-C. Supports video out when connecting via HDMI Adapter. (DisplayPort 4K 60 fps)
Water Resistance
IP68
*IP68 rating is based on test conditions for submersion in up to 5 feet of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Rinse residue/dry if wet.
Sensors & Buttons
Sensors
Iris sensor
Pressure sensor
Accelerometer
Barometer
Fingerprint sensor
Gyro sensor
Geomagnetic sensor
Hall sensor
HR sensor
Proximity sensor
RGB light sensor
Buttons
On/Off key
Volume key
Bixby key
Security
Security
Knox Platform: real-time security monitoring and protection.
Virus, malware prevention. (Powered by McAfee)
Secure Folder: a secure space on the device to keep content such as apps, photos, movies, and private files secured by iris scanning or fingerprint scanning.
*Virus and malware prevention solution providers may vary by country.
Authentication
Lock type: pattern, PIN, password
Biometrics lock type: iris scanner, fingerprint scanner, face recognition
Intelligent Scan: Combines iris scan and Dual OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)
Optical zoom at 2x
Digital zoom up to 10x
Scene Optimizer
Flaw Detection
Live Focus (background blur effect)
Dual capture
Panorama
Auto/Pro
Super Slow-mo
AR Emoji
Hyperlapse
*Scene optimizer supports 20 modes: Food, Portraits, Flowers, Indoor scenes, Animals, Landscapes, Greenery, Trees, Sky, Mountains, Beaches, Sunrises and sunsets, Watersides, Street scenes, Night scenes, Waterfalls, Snow, Birds, Backlit, Text.
*Accuracy of Scene Optimizer may differ depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus, or moving subjects.
*Accuracy of Flaw Detection may differ depending on surrounding conditions or subject.
*Blink and blur detection works best when there are three or fewer people in the frame, 5 feet or closer to the camera.
*Lens smudge and backlighting detection notifies once every 24 hours if flaw is detected.
*AR Emoji may only be sent with apps supporting GIF format.
*Super Slow-mo only supports HD resolution. In single manual mode, video is approximately 0.4 seconds of recording and 12 seconds of playback at 960 fps. In other modes, video is approximately 0.2 seconds of recording and 6 seconds of playback (with up to 20 shots in multi taking mode).
Payment
Samsung Pay
Credit & debit cards: supports MST or/and NFC
Membership cards
Gift cards
Transit cards
Reward point service
*Available in select countries. Payment solutions and available features may vary by country, carrier and service providers.
Intelligence
Bixby
The all-new Bixby, Samsung's intelligent assistant
Vision: AR Experiences for Translation, Shopping, Place, Food, and Image
Reminder: Remember standard to-dos, emails, texts, videos, photos, website links and more
Home: Personalized contents in a single screen
*Available functions and features may vary by country.
*Samsung Account login and data network (Wi-Fi or internet connection) required for some features. Translation speed may vary depending on internet connection and word count. This function is limited to selected languages. For the full list of languages please visit http://www.samsung.com/us/explore/bixby/.
*Bixby only recognizes select languages and accents/dialects.
Customization
Edge Screen
Edge Panels: Apps edge, People edge, Smart select, Reminder, Tasks edge, Quick panel, Clipboard edge, Device Maintenance, Weather, Calendar
Edge Lighting
Video Wallpaper
Up to 15 seconds of video can be used.
AOD (Always On Display)
AOD Content
View time, date, and notifications while your screen is off.
Choose from a variety of clock designs and information.
Clock: digital clock, analog clock, world clock, and edge clock (option to choose color and wallpaper).
Active clock (with second hand)
Calendar
Image: select an image from Gallery or Smart select and set it as wallpaper for the AOD screen.
Animated GIF
Other settings: set custom text, date, battery level, app notifications, and song information.
Face Widgets
Experience different widgets on the AOD screen by double-tapping the clock area.
Pin to AOD
Pin text and images you wish to remember to the AOD screen. The pinned memo can be easily viewed or deleted.
You can pin memos to the AOD screen using Reminder and Share via.
AOD Themes
Download AOD-exclusive themes from Theme Store.
Decorate your AOD screen with various themes.
*Available contents and features may vary depending on country/carrier and may be subject to additional charge.
Theme Services
Themes are downloadable customization packages that modify your wallpaper, icons and other user interface elements to help you customize the look of your phone.
*Compatible apps and features may vary by theme.
*Available contents and features may vary depending on country/carrier and may be subject to additional charge.
Accessibility
Accessibility Features
To continue making our technology accessible to everyone, Samsung has developed and applied a variety of technical solutions. With solutions for vision, hearing, dexterity, and interaction, people with disabilities can easily use smartphones and take advantage of new and exciting features.
Voice assistant
Voice label
High contrast theme, font, and keyboard
Magnifier window
Magnifier widget
Color lens
Color adjustment
Sound detector
Flash notification
Sound balance
Mono audio
Universal switch
Assistant menu
Direction lock
Direct access
In the box
Galaxy Note9
Device
S Pen
USB cable
AKG Earphones
SIM Ejection Pin
USB power adaptor
USB connector
Pen nibs
Tweezer
Quick start guide
USB connector
*In-box items may vary by country, region, or carrier.
Design
Colors
Ocean Blue
Lavender Purple
Cloud Silver
Midnight Black
Dimensions & Weight
Galaxy Note9
Dimensions:
6.37 x 3.01 x 0.35 in
Weight: 7.09 oz
S Pen
Dimensions:
0.22 x 0.17 x 4.19 in
Weight: 0.11 oz
Display
6.4" Quad HD+ Super AMOLED
(2960x1440)
516 ppi
*Screen measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners.
*Default resolution is Full HD+ and can be changed to Quad HD+ in Settings.
*Infinity Display: a near bezel-less, full-frontal, edge-to-edge screen.
S Pen
Bluetooth enabled
Super capacitor: 30 minutes of standby with 40 seconds of charging
Pressure levels: 4096
Pen Tip diameter: 0.7 mm
IP68
Live message
Samsung Notes
Screen off memo
Smart select
Screen write
Translate
Bixby Vision
Glance
Magnify
PENUP
Coloring
*S Pen remote function reaches about 32 feet in an open space. Performance subject to circumstances.
*S Pen battery life may vary based on usage.
*IP68 rating is based on test conditions for submersion in up to 5 ft of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Rinse residue/dry if wet
Camera
Front Camera
8MP AF sensor
Sensor size: 1/3.6"
Pixel size: 1.22µm
Sensor ratio: 4:3
FOV: 80˚
F1.7 aperture
Selfie focus
Selfie
Wide selfie
Rear Dual Camera
Wide-angle
Super Speed Dual Pixel 12MP AF sensor
Sensor size: 1/2.55"
Pixel Size: 1.4µm
Sensor ratio: 4:3
FOV: 77˚
Dual Aperture: F1.5 mode/ F2.4 mode
Telephoto
12MP AF sensor
Sensor size: 1/3.4"
Pixel Size: 1.0µm
Sensor ratio: 4:3
FOV: 45˚
F2.4 aperture
Dual OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)
Optical zoom at 2x
Digital zoom up to 10x
Scene Optimizer
Flaw Detection
Live Focus (background blur effect)
Dual capture
Panorama
Auto/Pro
Super Slow-mo
AR Emoji
Hyperlapse
*Scene optimizer supports 20 modes: Food, Portraits, Flowers, Indoor scenes, Animals, Landscapes, Greenery, Trees, Sky, Mountains, Beaches, Sunrises and sunsets, Watersides, Street scenes, Night scenes, Waterfalls, Snow, Birds, Backlit, Text.
*Accuracy of Scene Optimizer may differ depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus, or moving subjects.
*Accuracy of Flaw Detection may differ depending on surrounding conditions or subject.
*Blink and blur detection works best when there are three or fewer people in the frame, 5 feet or closer to the camera.
*Lens smudge and backlighting detection notifies once every 24 hours if flaw is detected.
*AR Emoji may only be sent with apps supporting GIF format.
*Super Slow-mo only supports HD resolution. In single manual mode, video is approximately 0.4 seconds of recording and 12 seconds of playback at 960 fps. In other modes, video is approximately 0.2 seconds of recording and 6 seconds of playback (with up to 20 shots in multi taking mode).
Front & Rear Camera
VDIS (Video Digital Image Stabilization)
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
Full view
Floating camera button
Flaw Detection
AR Emoji
Motion photo
Filters
Stamps
Grid line
Location tags
Timer
Quick launch
Video Recording
4K video recording at 30 fps or 60 fps
QHD video recording at 30 fps
1080p HD video recording at 30 fps or 60 fps
720p HD video recording at 30 fps
Super Slow-mo video support 720p at 960 fps
Slow Motion video support 1080p at 240 fps
Hyperlapse video support 1080p
VDIS (Video Digital Image Stabilization)
Digital zoom up to 10x
High CRI LED Flash
Continuous autofocus video
Face detection
Tracking AF
Take 9.1-megapixel still photos while recording 4K video
Playback zoom
Video location tags
*Super Slow-mo only supports HD resolution. In single manual mode, video is approximately 0.4 seconds of recording and 12 seconds of playback at 960 fps. In other modes, video is approximately 0.2 seconds of recording and 6 seconds of playback (with up to 20 shots in multi taking mode).
Performance
Battery
Battery capacity
4000mAh
Charging
Fast Charging compatible on wired and wireless
*Wired charging compatible with QC2.0 and AFC
*Wireless charging compatible with WPC and PMA
Network & Connectivity
Enhanced 4x4 MIMO, 5CA, LAA, LTE Cat.18
*May differ by country and carrier.
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz), VHT80 MU-MIMO, 1024QAM,
Bluetooth® v 5.0 (LE up to 2Mbps), ANT+, USB Type-C, NFC, Location (GPS, Galileo, Glonass, BeiDou)
*Galileo and BeiDou coverage may be limited. BeiDou may not be available for certain countries.
AP
10㎚ 64-bit Octa-Core Processor ※2.8GHz + 1.7GHz (Maximum Clock Speed, Performance Core + Efficiency Core)
*May differ by country and carrier.
Memory
6GB RAM
128GB
8GB RAM
512GB
*May differ by country and carrier.
*512GB models come with 8GB RAM. 128GB models come with 6GB RAM.
*Available internal storage may vary depending on pre-installed software.
Expandable Memory & SIM Card
One Nano SIM and one MicroSD slot (up to 512GB)
*MicroSD card sold separately. Availability of 512GB MicroSD may differ by country and manufacturer.
OS
Android 8.1 (Oreo)
Audio
Stereo speakers tuned by AKG
Surround sound with Dolby Atmos technology (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus included.)
Ultra high quality audio playback
UHQ 32-bit & DSD support PCM: Up to 32 bits
DSD: DSD64/128
*DSD64 and DSD128 playback can be limited depending on the file format.
Audio playback formats
MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, DSF, DFF, APE
Bluetooth
Dual Audio: connect two Bluetooth devices to the Galaxy Note9 to play audio through the two devices simultaneously.
*The two connected devices may exhibit a slight latency in sound output. Scalable Codec: Enhanced Bluetooth connection under ambient radio frequency interference.
*Only available with certain accessories made by Samsung.
Recording
Recording quality is improved with the High AOP Mic that minimizes distortion in noisy environments.
*AOP: Acoustic Overload Point
Bundled earphones
Pure sound tuned by AKG
Hybrid canal type
2way dynamic unit
Video
Video Playback Formats
MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM
TV connection
Wireless: Smart View (Miracast 1080p at 30 fps, mirroring support available for devices supporting Miracast or Google Cast.)
With cable: supports DisplayPort over USB type-C. Supports video out when connecting via HDMI Adapter. (DisplayPort 4K 60 fps)
Water Resistance
IP68
*IP68 rating is based on test conditions for submersion in up to 5 feet of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Rinse residue/dry if wet.
Sensors & Buttons
Sensors
Iris sensor
Pressure sensor
Accelerometer
Barometer
Fingerprint sensor
Gyro sensor
Geomagnetic sensor
Hall sensor
HR sensor
Proximity sensor
RGB light sensor
Buttons
On/Off key
Volume key
Bixby key
Security
Security
Knox Platform: real-time security monitoring and protection.
Virus, malware prevention. (Powered by McAfee)
Secure Folder: a secure space on the device to keep content such as apps, photos, movies, and private files secured by iris scanning or fingerprint scanning.
*Virus and malware prevention solution providers may vary by country.
Authentication
Lock type: pattern, PIN, password
Biometrics lock type: iris scanner, fingerprint scanner, face recognition
Intelligent Scan: Combines iris scan and Dual OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)
Optical zoom at 2x
Digital zoom up to 10x
Scene Optimizer
Flaw Detection
Live Focus (background blur effect)
Dual capture
Panorama
Auto/Pro
Super Slow-mo
AR Emoji
Hyperlapse
*Scene optimizer supports 20 modes: Food, Portraits, Flowers, Indoor scenes, Animals, Landscapes, Greenery, Trees, Sky, Mountains, Beaches, Sunrises and sunsets, Watersides, Street scenes, Night scenes, Waterfalls, Snow, Birds, Backlit, Text.
*Accuracy of Scene Optimizer may differ depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus, or moving subjects.
*Accuracy of Flaw Detection may differ depending on surrounding conditions or subject.
*Blink and blur detection works best when there are three or fewer people in the frame, 5 feet or closer to the camera.
*Lens smudge and backlighting detection notifies once every 24 hours if flaw is detected.
*AR Emoji may only be sent with apps supporting GIF format.
*Super Slow-mo only supports HD resolution. In single manual mode, video is approximately 0.4 seconds of recording and 12 seconds of playback at 960 fps. In other modes, video is approximately 0.2 seconds of recording and 6 seconds of playback (with up to 20 shots in multi taking mode).
Payment
Samsung Pay
Credit & debit cards: supports MST or/and NFC
Membership cards
Gift cards
Transit cards
Reward point service
*Available in select countries. Payment solutions and available features may vary by country, carrier and service providers.
Intelligence
Bixby
The all-new Bixby, Samsung's intelligent assistant
Vision: AR Experiences for Translation, Shopping, Place, Food, and Image
Reminder: Remember standard to-dos, emails, texts, videos, photos, website links and more
Home: Personalized contents in a single screen
*Available functions and features may vary by country.
*Samsung Account login and data network (Wi-Fi or internet connection) required for some features. Translation speed may vary depending on internet connection and word count. This function is limited to selected languages. For the full list of languages please visit http://www.samsung.com/us/explore/bixby/.
*Bixby only recognizes select languages and accents/dialects.
Customization
Edge Screen
Edge Panels: Apps edge, People edge, Smart select, Reminder, Tasks edge, Quick panel, Clipboard edge, Device Maintenance, Weather, Calendar
Edge Lighting
Video Wallpaper
Up to 15 seconds of video can be used.
AOD (Always On Display)
AOD Content
View time, date, and notifications while your screen is off.
Choose from a variety of clock designs and information.
Clock: digital clock, analog clock, world clock, and edge clock (option to choose color and wallpaper).
Active clock (with second hand)
Calendar
Image: select an image from Gallery or Smart select and set it as wallpaper for the AOD screen.
Animated GIF
Other settings: set custom text, date, battery level, app notifications, and song information.
Face Widgets
Experience different widgets on the AOD screen by double-tapping the clock area.
Pin to AOD
Pin text and images you wish to remember to the AOD screen. The pinned memo can be easily viewed or deleted.
You can pin memos to the AOD screen using Reminder and Share via.
AOD Themes
Download AOD-exclusive themes from Theme Store.
Decorate your AOD screen with various themes.
*Available contents and features may vary depending on country/carrier and may be subject to additional charge.
Theme Services
Themes are downloadable customization packages that modify your wallpaper, icons and other user interface elements to help you customize the look of your phone.
*Compatible apps and features may vary by theme.
*Available contents and features may vary depending on country/carrier and may be subject to additional charge.
Accessibility
Accessibility Features
To continue making our technology accessible to everyone, Samsung has developed and applied a variety of technical solutions. With solutions for vision, hearing, dexterity, and interaction, people with disabilities can easily use smartphones and take advantage of new and exciting features.
Voice assistant
Voice label
High contrast theme, font, and keyboard
Magnifier window
Magnifier widget
Color lens
Color adjustment
Sound detector
Flash notification
Sound balance
Mono audio
Universal switch
Assistant menu
Direction lock
Direct access
In the box
Galaxy Note9
Device
S Pen
USB cable
AKG Earphones
SIM Ejection Pin
USB power adaptor
USB connector
Pen nibs
Tweezer
Quick start guide
USB connector
*In-box items may vary by country, region, or carrier.
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