Galaxy S8+ vs Galaxy S9+
A side-by-side look at the Galaxy S8+ and the Galaxy S9+ — how their displays, chipsets, cameras, batteries and full specifications compare, so you can see what changed and which one fits you.
Galaxy S8+ vs Galaxy S9+: the key differences
The Galaxy S9+ arrived in 2018, 1 year after the Galaxy S8+ (2017), and moves the line forward in several areas.
- ◆Processor: the Galaxy S9+ runs the Snapdragon 845 / Exynos 9810, while the Galaxy S8+ uses the Snapdragon 835 / Exynos 8895 (10 nm).
- ◆Memory: the Galaxy S9+ offers more RAM — up to 6 GB vs 4 GB.
- ◆Display: Galaxy S8+ — 6.2″ Quad HD+ Super AMOLED (Infinity); Galaxy S9+ — 6.2″ Quad HD+ Super AMOLED.
- ◆Main camera: Galaxy S8+ — 12 MP Dual Pixel, f/1.7, OIS; Galaxy S9+ — 2×12 MP, variable f/1.5–2.4, OIS.
- ◆Weight: the Galaxy S8+ is lighter at 173 g (vs 189 g).
- ◆Software: Galaxy S8+ shipped with Android 7.0 (up to 9.0); Galaxy S9+ with Android 8.0 (up to 10).
- ◆Launch price: Galaxy S8+ — $849; Galaxy S9+ — $839.
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Full specification comparison
| Specification | Galaxy S8+ | Galaxy S9+ |
|---|---|---|
| Release | April 2017 | March 2018 |
| Display | 6.2″ Quad HD+ Super AMOLED (Infinity) | 6.2″ Quad HD+ Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1440 × 2960 (529 ppi) | 1440 × 2960 (529 ppi) |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 835 / Exynos 8895 (10 nm) | Snapdragon 845 / Exynos 9810 |
| RAM | 4 GB | 6 GB |
| Storage | 64 GB + microSD | 64 / 128 / 256 GB + microSD |
| Main camera | 12 MP Dual Pixel, f/1.7, OIS | 2×12 MP, variable f/1.5–2.4, OIS |
| Front camera | 8 MP with autofocus | 8 MP |
| Battery | 3500 mAh | 3500 mAh |
| OS | Android 7.0 (up to 9.0) | Android 8.0 (up to 10) |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 159.5 × 73.4 × 8.1 mm | 158.1 × 73.8 × 8.5 mm |
| Weight | 173 g | 189 g |
| Build | Glass + metal | Glass + metal |
| Launch price | $849 | $839 |
Bold values indicate a difference between the two models.