Making a marked improvement on the Galaxy S8 was going to be tough, and the S9 launched almost two years ago now when compared to the Galaxy S10. The Galaxy S9 remains an excellent smartphone for almost anyone with the high level of design, build, specs, and performance we’d expect from Samsung. This model is still one of the best phones on the market. It’s a much better value than the iPhone XS, and it makes even the new Pixel 3 look a bit behind the times.
Getting the most out of your Samsung smartphone requires some understanding of how to use it. That’s where having the owner’s manual comes in handy. With proper usage, there is less risk of damage, and you’ll learn how to get the most out of it.
Download the Samsung Galaxy S9 manual
Please be sure to read and save the entire manual before using your Samsung Galaxy S9. Misuse may result in damage to the unit and/or cause harm or serious injury. Read this manual in its entirety before using the unit, and save it for future reference.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Awesome low-light performance | The design is identical to S8 |
| Very powerful | Some camera snaps lack vibrancy |
| Swift biometric security | Expensive |
Specifications
| Samsung Galaxy S9 | Samsung Galaxy S9+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 8.0 Oreo Samsung Experience 9.0 | Android 8.0 Oreo Samsung Experience 9.0 |
| Display | 5.8-inch AMOLED, 2960×1440 (18.5:9) | 6.2-inch AMOLED, 2960×1440 (18.5:9) |
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 or 10nm 64-bit Samsung Exynos | Snapdragon 845 or 10nm 64-bit Samsung Exynos |
| Storage | 64GB | 64GB |
| Expandable | microSD | microSD |
| RAM | 4GB | 6GB |
| Primary rear camera | 12MP Super Speed Dual Pixel, OIS, f/1.5 or f/2.4 | 12MP Super Speed Dual Pixel, OIS, f/1.5 or f/2.4 |
| Secondary rear camera | n/a | 12MP, OIS, f/2.4 |
| Front camera | 8MP, f/1.7, autofocus | 8MP, f/1.7, autofocus |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11ac MIMO, 1.2Gbps (Cat-18) LTE, Bluetooth 5.0 LE ANT+, NFC, GPS, Glonass | Wi-Fi 802.11ac MIMO, 1.2 Gbps (Cat-18) LTE, Bluetooth 5.0 LE ANT+, NFC, GPS, Glonass |
| Audio | Stereo speakers Dolby Atmos 3.5mm headphone | Stereo speakers Dolby Atmos 3.5mm headphone |
| Battery | 3000mAh | 3500mAh |
| Charging | Quick Charge 2.0 Fast Wireless Charging | Quick Charge 2.0 Fast Wireless Charging |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Security | Fingerprint sensor Iris scanner | Fingerprint sensor Iris scanner |
| Dimensions | 147.7 x 68.7 x 8.5 mm 163 g | 158.1 x 73.8 x 8.5 mm 189 g |
| Colors | Midnight Black, Lilac Purple, Coral Blue (U.S.) Midnight Black, Lilac Purple, Coral Blue, Slate Grey (intl) | Midnight Black, Lilac Purple, Coral Blue (U.S.) Midnight Black, Lilac Purple, Coral Blue, Slate Grey (intl) |
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