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Samsung Galaxy S9+ SM-G965F reviews
4.56out of 5
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Manufacturer codeSM-G965FZAHNEE
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About the Samsung Galaxy S9+ SM-G965F
Samsung SM-G965FZAHNEE is listed in the smartphones category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 15.8 cm (6.2"); internal storage capacity: 256 GB; mobile network generation: 4G. This entry covers manufacturer code SM-G965FZAHNEE. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 15.8 cm (6.2") display is specified at 2960 x 1440 pixels. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
- Screen size
- 15.8 cm (6.2")
- Screen resolution
- 2960 x 1440 pixels
- Memory (RAM)
- 6 GB
- Storage capacity
- 256 GB
- Mobile network generation
- 4G
- Rear camera resolution
- 12 MP
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5.00 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 100%
“The Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus is everything the standard S9 should have been, with loads of power, an exciting camera, decent battery life and a top screen.”Best Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus dealsSamsung Galaxy S9 Plus 12 months' Netflix on us.12GB data Unlimited...
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Read the full review ↗Excerpt and rating supplied through Icecat · Checked 25 Sep 2026
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4.00 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 80%
Dual cameras come to Samsung’s Galaxy S9 Plus, and they’re reason enough to divert your gaze away from the regular Galaxy S9...
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Read the full review ↗Excerpt and rating supplied through Icecat · Checked 25 Sep 2026
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5.00 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 100%
Samsung already had some of the best-looking, most desirable smartphones around, so the Galaxy S9+ didn't need to do much to continue the trend.The biggest improvements are the camera, the processing performance and some software refinements. But, while v...
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Read the full review ↗Excerpt and rating supplied through Icecat · Checked 25 Sep 2026
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4.00 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 80%
Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus – Battery life Aside from the overall size, price and camera, the biggest difference between the two Galaxy S9 flagships are the size of their batteries. The 3500mAh cell inside the Galaxy S9 Plus is a nice upgrade over the 3000mAh...
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TechRadar
4.50 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 90%
The Galaxy S9 is the best of what Samsung has to offer at a really big size. Its 6.2-inch curved screen is spacious and elegant-looking, even if it appears as if nothing has changed about it.The S9 Plus features that have been tweaked are important. The f...
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Digital Trends
4.50 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 90%
Yes. The Samsung S9 Plus is a statement of best-in-class hardware...
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AVForums
4.50 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 90%
Samsung invests massive amounts of money in research and development, coming up with the latest features and innovations. So it's no surprise that the new phones have a strikingly different camera setup and the fun AR Emoji. But along with the impressivel...
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5.00 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 100%
Given the choice between the two new Galaxys, I'd go for the S9+ every time. Not only does that dual camera make it feel like a fresher device, its added power and bigger screen just feel like the kind of luxuries you now expect when spending big money o...
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Samsung Galaxy S9+ SM-G965F specifications
Manufacturer code: SM-G965FZAHNEE · Icecat product 55663522 · Checked 24 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 15.8 cm (6.2") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 2960 x 1440 pixels |
| Memory (RAM) | 6 GB |
| Storage capacity | 256 GB |
| Mobile network generation | 4G |
| Rear camera resolution | 12 MP |
| Battery capacity | 3500 mAh |
| NFC | Yes |
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Display3 details
| Display technology marketing name | Super AMOLED |
|---|---|
| Panel type | OLED |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
Processor, memory & storage4 details
| Processor cores | 8 |
|---|---|
| Processor frequency | 2.7 GHz |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Maximum frame rate | 60 fps |
Camera, image & video8 details
| Second rear camera resolution (numeric) | 12 MP |
|---|---|
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 8 MP |
| Rear camera flash | Yes |
| Video recording modes | 2160p |
| Rear camera type | Dual camera |
| Auto focus | Yes |
| Video recording | Yes |
Printing, scanning & paper1 detail
| Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL) | No |
|---|
Connections & wireless13 details
| SIM card capability | Dual SIM |
|---|---|
| SIM card type | NanoSIM |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
| 2G bands (primary SIM) | 850,900,1800,1900 MHz |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| USB port | Yes |
| USB connector type | USB Type-C |
| USB version | 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) |
| Headphone connectivity | 3.5 mm |
| Browsing time (Wi-Fi) (max) | 15 h |
Power & battery4 details
| Talk time (3G) (max) | 25 h |
|---|---|
| Stated music playback time | 54 h |
| Continuous audio playback time (display off) | 94 h |
| Continuous video playback time (max) | 18 h |
Controls & features3 details
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
|---|---|
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Magnetic sensor | Yes |
Design & dimensions6 details
| Form factor | Bar |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Grey |
| Width | 73.8 mm |
| Depth | 8.5 mm |
| Height | 158.1 mm |
| Weight | 189 g |
Software & compatibility2 details
| 3G bands supported | 850,900,1900,2100 MHz |
|---|---|
| 4G bands supported | 700,800,850,900,1800,1900,2100,2300,2500,2600 MHz |
Further product details19 details
| Maximum memory card size | 400 GB |
|---|---|
| 2G standards | GSM |
| 3G standards | TD-SCDMA, UMTS, WCDMA |
| 4G standard | LTE |
| ANT+ enabled | Yes |
| Assisted GPS (A-GPS) | Yes |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| BeiDou | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Platform | Android |
| App distribution platform | Google Play |
| Browsing time (3G) (max) | 13 h |
| Browsing time (4G) (max) | 15 h |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Barometer | Yes |
| Head SAR (EU) | 0.294 W/kg |
| Body SAR (EU) | 1.35 W/kg |
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