What is the difference between the Galaxy Note8 and Note9?

The Note9 introduces a series of new features alongside the super powerful technology. Highlights include the Bluetooth-enabled S Pen, intelligent camera features, improved storage and an all day battery.

What is the difference between the Galaxy Note8 and Note9

Specifications

Note8

Note9

Dimensions

162.5 x 74.8 x 8.6mm, 195g

161.9 x 76.4 x 8.8mm, 201g

Processor

Octa-core Exynos 8895

(Quad 2.3GHz + Quad 1.7GHz)

Octa-core Exynos 9810 

(Quad 2.7GHz + Quad 1.7GHz)

Display

6.3” Curved Super AMOLED*

Quad HD+(2960x1440)

6.4” Curved Super AMOLED*

Quad HD+(2960x1440)

Network

LTE Cat.16**

LTE Cat.18*

S Pen

S Pen

S Pen with Remote Control + Bluetooth connection

Camera

Rear: Dual Pixel

12MP OIS (F1.7)

+ 12MP OIS (F2.4)

Front: 8MP AF (F1.7)

Rear: Super Speed Dual Pixel

12MP OIS (F1.5/F2.4)

+ 12MP OIS (F2.4)

Front: 8MP AF (F1.7)

Storage

64GB or 128GB

+ Micro SD slot (up to 256GB)**

128GB or 512GB 

+ Micro SD slot (up to 512GB)**

Memory

6GB memory

6GB RAM 

or 8GB RAM (for 512GB)

Battery

3,300mAh (Rated)

4,000mAh (Rated)

Security

Iris + Fingerprint scanner

Iris + Fingerprint scanner

 + Intelligent Scan

OS

Android OS 8.1.0

Android OS 8.1.0 

IP Classification

Water and dust-proof (IP68)

Water and dust-proof (IP68)

Colours

Midnight Black, Maple Gold**

Ocean Blue, Midnight Black, Lavender Purple, Metallic Copper**

* Screen measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners.
** Network and colour availability will vary by country.

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