Product Comparison: Samsung Galaxy Note 8 vs Samsung Galaxy Note 9


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Samsung Galaxy Note 8 SIM-Free Smartphone
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 SIM-Free Smartphone
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Samsung Galaxy Note 9 SIM-Free Smartphone
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General Specifications
Brand
Samsung
Samsung
Model
Galaxy Note 8
Galaxy Note 9
Origin
China
China
About the Product
The phone that lets you see the bigger picture and communicate in a whole new way. With the Galaxy Note8 in your hand, bigger things are just waiting to happen.
Galaxy Note has always put powerful technology in the hands of those who demand more. Now, the Galaxy Note9 surpasses even these high expectations, focusing on what matters most in today's always-on, mobile world.
Size & Weight
Height
6.4 in.
6.37 in.
Width
2.94 in.
3.01 in.
Depth
0.34 in.
0.35 in.
Weight
6.88 oz.
7.09 oz.
Display
Display Type
Super AMOLED
Super AMOLED
Screen Size
6.3 in.
6.4 in.
Screen Resolution
2960 x 1440
2960 x 1440
Pixel Density
521 ppi
516 ppi
What customers say about "Display"
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 SIM-Free Smartphone
  • Outstanding display and form.
  • Brilliant all round phone, amazing display!
  • The screen on this phone is amazing, rich colours and inky blacks.
  • Excellent display, quick operation and fantastic specs.
  • Great display with superb screen to body ratio.
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 SIM-Free Smartphone
  • Display is very good. I like this phone.
  • The screen has an amazing picture.
  • AMOLED, HDR display on this phone!
  • Big colourful display. I recommend.
  • Great display, clear screen.
Processor
Processor Name
Exynos 8895
Exynos 9810
Number of Cores
8
8
Processor Speed
2.3 GHz
2.7 GHz
What customers say about "Processor"
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 SIM-Free Smartphone
  • Great screen, very fast, have had no issues.
  • Very fast processor. I recommend.
  • Excellent and fast chip. I like it.
  • Fantastic phone, great deal and super fast.
  • Fast chip on this one. Would recommend.
Memory
Internal Memory
64 GB
512 GB
RAM
6 GB
8 GB
Expandable Memory up to
256 GB
1000 GB
Camera
Rear-Facing Camera
12 MP
12 MP
Front-Facing Camera
8 MP
8 MP
Video Resolution
4K@30fps, 720p@240fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 1440p@30fps
4K@30fps, 4K@60fps, 720p@960fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 1440p@30fps
Other Functions
LED flash, auto-HDR, Panorama, Dual Video Call
LED flash, Panorama, Dual Video Call, Auto HDR
What customers say about "Camera"
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 SIM-Free Smartphone
  • Camera is decent. Perfect for me.
  • The camera is unbelievably good.
  • Camera is good and excellent.
  • The camera is amazing on this phone.
  • It makes beautiful and clear photos.
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 SIM-Free Smartphone
  • Camera quality as well as screen resolution.
  • The camera is great, especially in the dark.
  • I always love Samsung as it has a great camera.
  • Takes great photos. Good phone.
  • Love this phone great camera. Recommend.
Compatibility
Bluetooth
5.0
5.0
NFC Technology
Yes
Yes
Charging Interface
USB Type C
USB Type C
Network
Network Type
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Frequency
850, 900, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2100
850, 900, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2100
Features
Operating System
Android 7.1.1 (Nougat)
Android 8.1 (Oreo)
Unlocked
Yes
Yes
Voice Control App
S-Voice
Bixby
Mobile Payment Service Supported
Yes
Yes
Maximum Usage Time
22 hours
22 hours
Headphone Jack
Yes
Yes
Water Resistant
Yes
Yes
Extras
Iris scanner, Fingerprint, Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer, Heart Rate, SpO2, Samsung DeX (desktop experience support), ANT+ support, Photo/video editor, Document editor
Iris scanner, Fingerprint, Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer, Heart Rate, SpO2, Samsung DeX (desktop experience support), ANT+ support
What customers say about "Features"
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 SIM-Free Smartphone
  • I use it everyday. Love Samsung pay feature.
  • Live messages, professional photo editor, amazing picture quality. Good features.
  • The S pen is really handy feature that i use for making quick notes and colouring in.
  • All the features that this phone has are amazing.
  • It's a great device and the S-Pen is the killer feature!
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 SIM-Free Smartphone
  • Like the features of the phone and design.
  • Lots of features. Worth to have.
  • Lovely phone, many features, stunning graphics, great sound quality.
  • I'm very happy with the quality and features.
  • Great phone and the DEX feature is amazing.
Power
Battery Capacity
3300 mA/h
4000 mA/h
Wireless Charging
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Power"
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 SIM-Free Smartphone
  • The battery lasts very well.
  • The screen is great. Long battery life.
  • Fabulous phone with great battery life.
  • I found the battery life to be excellent - full day without any issues.
  • Battery life is awful. Poor quality.
Samsung Galaxy Note 9 SIM-Free Smartphone
  • I love the S-Pen, the battery is good.
  • Brilliant battery life. Would recommend.
  • Battery lasts more than 24 hours or more.
  • It is quick, has a pen, good battery life.
  • The battery life isn't too good.
Accessories
Included With Unit
S Pen, Pen nibs, Tweezer, SIM Eject Pin, Earphones, Case, Charger, USB Type С Cable
SIM Eject Pin, S Pen, Earphones, Pen nibs, Tweezer, Clear cover case, Charger, USB Type С Cable
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
Other Information
Manufacturer
Link
Link
Manual
Download


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