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iPhone X vs Galaxy Note 9

iPhone X

2017 · $349 today

8552
Samsung Galaxy Note 9Samsung
Galaxy Note 9

2018 · $220 today

8656
CameraPerformanceBatteryDisplayDesignValue
iPhone XGalaxy Note 9

Dashed outline = score at launch

Why iPhone X is better

No standout numeric advantages.

Why Galaxy Note 9 is better

  • Wired Charging: 15W fast charging vs Fast, 5W adapter(3.0× more)
  • RAM: 6/8 GB vs 3 GB(2.7× more)
  • Storage: 128/512 GB vs 64/256 GB(2.0× more)
  • Battery Capacity: 4000 mAh vs 2716 mAh(47% more)
  • Resolution: 2960x1440 vs 2436x1125(22% more)
  • Front Camera: 8 MP vs 7 MP(14% more)

Verdict

Galaxy Note 9 leads outright in 5 of 6 dimensions today.

Spec by spec

SpeciPhone XGalaxy Note 9
Display
Screen Size5.8 in6.4 in
Resolution2436x11252960x1440
Panel TypeOLEDSuper AMOLED
Refresh Rate60 Hz60 Hz
Performance
ChipsetApple A11 BionicSnapdragon 845
RAM3 GB6/8 GB
Storage64/256 GB128/512 GB
Camera
Main Camera12 MP12 MP dual aperture
Telephoto12 MP12 MP
Front Camera7 MP8 MP
Battery
Battery Capacity2716 mAh4000 mAh
Wired ChargingFast, 5W adapter15W fast charging
Wireless ChargingYesYes