Launch report · Samsung
Galaxy S9: The compact 2018 Galaxy with a variable-aperture camera.
SpecEagle Editorial·Mar 2018·$719·Score 67/100
The Galaxy S9 refined the S8 design and added a variable-aperture camera. Single rear lens, no 5G and ended software support place it firmly in the past.
Key specs at launch
Display
5.8" QHD+ AMOLED
Chipset
SD 845
Memory
4 GB · 64 GB
Main cam
12 MP · f/1.5-2.4
Battery
3,000 mAh
Weight
163 g
What stands out
- Compact, premium body with IP68.
- Variable-aperture camera was clever for 2018.
- Sharp QHD+ AMOLED.
- Headphone jack and microSD.
What to watch
- Single rear camera (no zoom).
- No 5G; software support ended at Android 10.
- 3,000 mAh battery; 15 W charging.
- Discontinued.