Specifications
Design
Colors
Lilac Purple Midnight BlackTitanium Gray Coral BlueSunrise Gold Burgundy Red
*Images of Galaxy S9+.
*Available colors may vary by country or carrier.
Dimensions &Weight
68.7 mm8.5 mm147.7 mmGalaxy S9Dimensions: 147.7 x 68.7 x 8.5 mm
Weight: 163 g
73.8 mm8.5 mm158.1 mmGalaxy S9+Dimensions: 158.1 x 73.8 x 8.5 mm
Weight: 189 g
Display
5.8" Quad HD+ Super AMOLED (2960x1440)570 ppi
6.2" Quad HD+ Super AMOLED (2960x1440)529 ppi
*Infinity Display: a near bezel-less, full-frontal, edge-to-edge screen.*Default resolution is Full HD+ and can be changed to Quad HD+ in Settings.*Screen measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners.
Camera
Front Camera
8MP AF sensorSensor size: 1/3.6"Pixel size: 1.22µmSensor ratio: 4:3FOV: 80˚F1.7 apertureSelfie focusSelfieWide selfie
Rear Camera
FoodAuto/ProHyperlapsePanoramaSuper Slow-mo
*Super Slow-mo only supports HD resolution. Limited to 20 shots per video with approximately 0.2 seconds of recording and 6 seconds of playback for each shot.
Galaxy S9OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)Digital zoom up to 8xSelective Focus (background blur effect)
Rear cameraSuper Speed Dual Pixel12MP AF sensorSensor size: 1/2.55"Pixel size: 1.4µmSensor ratio: 4:3FOV: 77˚Dual Aperture: F1.5 mode/ F2.4 mode
Galaxy S9+Dual cameraDual OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)Optical zoom at 2xDigital zoom up to 10xLive focus with bokeh filters (background blur effect)Dual Capture
Wide-angle cameraSuper Speed Dual Pixel12MP AF sensorSensor size: 1/2.55"Pixel size: 1.4µmSensor ratio: 4:3FOV: 77˚Dual Aperture: F1.5 mode/ F2.4 mode
Telephoto camera12MP AF sensorSensor size: 1/3.6"Pixel size: 1.0µmSensor ratio: 4:3FOV: 45˚F2.4 aperture
Front & Rear Camera
VDIS (Video Digital Image Stabilization)AR EmojiGrid linesHDR (High Dynamic Range)Motion photoLocation tagsFull viewFiltersTimerFloating camera buttonStampsQuick launch
*Apps that do not support animated GIFs may still send AR Emoji stickers as a still image.
Video Recording
4K video recording at 30 fps or 60fpsQHD video recording at 30 fps1080p HD video recording at 30 fps or 60 fps720p HD video recording at 30 fpsSuper Slow-mo video support 720p at 960 fpsSlow motion video support 1080p at 240 fpsHyperlapse video support 1080pVDIS (Video Digital Image Stabilization)Digital zoom up to 8x (Galaxy S9) or up to 10x (Galaxy S9+)High CRI LED FlashContinuous autofocus videoFace detectionTracking AFTake 9.1-megapixel still photos while recording 4K videoPlayback zoomVideo location tags
*Super Slow-mo only supports HD resolution. Limited to 20 shots per video with approximately 0.2 seconds of recording and 6 seconds of playback for each shot.
Performance
AP
10nm 64-bit Octa-Core Processor *2.8GHz + 1.7GHz (Maximum Clock Speed, Performance Core + Efficiency Core)10nm 64-bit Octa-Core Processor *2.7GHz + 1.7GHz (Maximum Clock Speed, Performance Core + Efficiency Core)
*May differ by country and carrier.
Memory
Galaxy S94GB RAM64GB
Galaxy S9+6GB RAM64GB
*May differ by country and carrier.
*Actual user memory may be less due to pre-installed operating system/softwares and may change after software updates.
Network & Connectivity
Enhanced 4x4 MIMO/CA, 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® v5.0 (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.
Expandable Memory & SIM Card
Single SIM model: one Nano SIM and one MicroSD slot (up to 400GB)
Dual SIM model (Hybrid SIM slot): one Nano SIM and one Nano SIM or one MicroSD slot (up to 400GB)
*May differ by country and carrier.
*Availability of Dual SIM may vary by country and carrier.
*MicroSD card sold separately.
OS
Android 8.0 (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 format
MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, APE, DSF, DFF
Bluetooth
Dual Audio: connect two Bluetooth devices to the Galaxy S9 or S9+ to play audio through the two devices simultaneously.
*The two connected devices may exhibit a slight difference in sound output.
Scalable Codec: Enhanced Bluetooth connection under ambient radio frequency interference.
*Available only for 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
*Based on test conditions of submersion in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes.
Battery
Galaxy S9Battery CapacityVideo playback: up to 16 hrsTalk time: up to 22 hrsInternet use (Wi-Fi): up to 14 hrsInternet use (3G): up to 11 hrsInternet use (4G): up to 12 hrs
Galaxy S9+Battery CapacityVideo playback: up to 18 hrsTalk time: up to 25 hrsInternet use (Wi-Fi): up to 15 hrsInternet use (3G): up to 13 hrsInternet use (4G): up to 15 hrs
*Based on internal lab test condition. Actual battery life may vary depending on device model, usage pattern, other surrounding and environmental factors.
Charging
Fast Charging on wired and wireless
Wireless charging compatible with WPC and PMA
Sensors & Buttons
SensorsIris sensorFingerprint sensorHR sensorPressure sensorGyro sensorProximity sensorAccelerometerGeomagnetic sensorRGB Light sensorBarometerHall sensorOn/Off keyVolume keyBixby key
Security
Authentication
Lock type: pattern, PIN, passwordBiometrics lock type: iris scanner, fingerprint scanner, face recognitionIntelligent scan: Combines iris scan and face recognition for convenient unlocking and in some cases provides enhanced security for certain authentication services.
Security
Knox protection: 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 private using iris scanning or fingerprint scanning.
*Virus and malware prevention solution providers may vary by country.
Payment
Samsung Pay
Credit & debit cards: supports MST or/and NFCMembership cardsGift cardsTransit cardsReward point service
*Available in select countries. Payment solutions and available features may vary by country, carrier and service providers.
Intelligence
Bixby
VoiceVision: AR Experiences for Translation, Shopping, Place, Food, and ImageReminderHome
*Available functions and features may vary by country.
*Samsung Account login and data network (Wi-Fi or internet connection) required for some features.
*Bixby Voice only recognizes select languages and accents/dialects.
*The processing speed of Bixby Vision is dependent on network environment and type/number of contents.
*Translation function is limited to selected languages. For the full list of languages please visit http://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/bixby/vision/.
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
Choose from a variety of clock designs and information.
Clock: digital clock, analogue clock, world clock, and edge clock (option to choose color and wallpaper).Active clock (with second hand)CalendarImage: select an image from Gallery or Smart select and set it as wallpaper for the AOD screen.Animated GIFOther 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 AODPin text and images you wish to remember to the AOD screen. The pinned memo can be easily viewed or deleted.You can pin memo to the AOD screen using Reminder and Share via.AOD ThemesDownload 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 sets of wallpaper, icons, and other design details available for download to the Galaxy S9 or Galaxy S9+.
*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 technology and take advantage of new and exciting features.
Voice assistantColor lensMono audioVoice labelColor adjustmentUniversal switchHigh contrast theme, font, and keyboardSound detectorAssistant menuMagnifier windowFlash notificationDirection lockMagnifier widgetSound balanceDirect access
In the box
Galaxy S9 | S9+
DeviceUSB CableEarphoneEjection pinUSB power adapterQuick start guideUSB connector (USB type-C)Micro USB connectorClear view cover
*Actual components may vary by country and carrier.
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