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In terms of technical prowess, both devices boast comparable strength, utilizing either the Snapdragon 845 or Exynos 9810 chipsets depending on the market, coupled with 6 GB of RAM. Additionally, both feature dual 12 MP cameras with adjustable apertures ranging from F/2.4 to F/1.5.
Speaking of displays, both the Galaxy S9+ and Galaxy Note 9 sport AMOLED screens measuring 6.3 inches and 6.4 inches respectively, with a resolution of 1,440 x 2,560 px.
Regarding design, both devices employ aluminum and glass materials akin to the Galaxy S8 and Note 8. Furthermore, their appearances bear striking resemblances. Moreover, the software interfaces of both devices are identical, running Samsung Experience.
GALAXY NOTE 9 PRICED HIGHER BY A FEW MILLION
Due to a price variance of a few million dong, this aspect cannot be overlooked. There's a considerable price gap between them. In the US market, the Galaxy S9+ is currently priced at 840 USD, whereas the Note 9 retails at 1,000 USD. It's worth noting that this is for the 64 GB version of the S9+, while the Note 9 comes with 128 GB of storage.
The 128 GB variant of the S9+ is priced at 890 USD. However, the S9+ is expected to undergo further price reductions upon the release of the Note 9.
In Vietnam, the 64 GB variant of the Galaxy S9+ is priced at 23.49 million dong, currently discounted by 2 million dong. The 128 GB version costs 24.49 million dong, also with a 2 million dong discount.
As for the Note 9, the 128 GB model is priced at 22.99 million dong, while the 512 GB variant is priced at 28.49 million dong in our country.
WHY SHOULD YOU BUY THE GALAXY NOTE 9?
Firstly, there's the S Pen, which adds numerous useful features for users, especially those who frequently work on mobile devices. Notably, this year's Samsung smartphone also equips the S Pen with Bluetooth connectivity, enabling it to control music playback, camera functions, phone unlocking, app interactions, and more.
Furthermore, the Galaxy Note 9 boasts a 4,000 mAh battery, 14% larger than the 3,500 mAh battery in the S9+. Although it has yet to hit the shelves, Samsung's advertisements indicate a significantly longer battery life.
PERSONAL OPINION
If the S Pen is an indispensable accessory for you, then the Galaxy Note 9 is the phablet you need. If its price gives you pause, you can wait a few more months for the Note 9 to go on sale, allowing you to purchase it at a lower price.
For everything else, except for the Note 9's larger battery compared to the S9+, the S9+ currently has a lower price. In the long run, the Note 9 with the S Pen will offer more convenience thanks to its Bluetooth connectivity feature.
Source: Techz
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