Samsung Galaxy S9 Price List August, 2020 & Specs in Philippines

Frequently Asked Questions about the Samsung Galaxy S9

The Samsung Galaxy S9 is the flagship to get for those who don't have the budget to upgrade to the latest Galaxy S10. Compared to the S8, the S9 is packed with a much-improved chipset and a more powerful camera. Find out more info about the Samsung Galaxy S9 in the frequently asked questions below.

How much is the S9 in the Philippines?

The official price of the Samsung Galaxy S9 in the Philippines is ₱36,990 for the 64GB variant and ~₱46,300 for the 128GB. The standard 64GB version is available on Samsung Philippines, while the 128GB is sold on Shopee, Lazada, Galleon, and Amazon. The Samsung Galaxy S9 was released in March 2018 and is available in Midnight Black and Lilac Purple. The Samsung S9 price was last updated in August 2020.

What are Samsung Galaxy S9 specs?

Samsung Galaxy S9 Price Philippines and Specs:

• Official Price: ₱45,990
• Release Date: March 9, 2018
• Dimensions: 147.7 x 68.7 x 8.5 mm
• Weight: 163g
• Colors: Midnight Black, Coral Blue, Titanium Gray, Lilac Purple, Burgundy Red, Sunrise Gold, Ice Blue
• Display: 5.8-inch IPS LCD
• Resolution: 1440 x 2960px
• CPU: Exynos 9810
• GPU: Mali-G72 MP18
• Operating System: Android 8.0 Oreo, upgradable to Android 10; One UI 2.0
• RAM: 4GB
• Internal Storage: 64GB
• Rear Camera: 12 MP wide f/1.5-2.4
• Front Camera: 8 MP widef/1.7 and 2 MP (dedicated iris scanner camera)
• Battery Capacity: 3,000mAh
• 3.5mm headphone jack: Available

Samsung S9 Price Philippines 2020

Today, the Samsung S9 price in the Philippines is ₱45,990, but you can buy it for as low as ₱30,000 on leading online marketplaces like Amazon, Lazada, Shopee, and Galleon. The Samsung Galaxy S9 comes in seven colors – Midnight Black, Coral Blue, Titanium Gray, Lilac Purple, Burgundy Red, Sunrise Gold, Ice Blue. Besides the Samsung S9, check out other devices from Samsung including Samsung S10, Samsung A30, Samsung A7, Samsung A10s, Samsung A20, Samsung A70, Samsung J7, and Samsung Note 10.

Samsung S9 Price, Availability, and Colors

The Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ were launched on March 16, 2018. The standard S9 (64GB) starts from PHP30,615. As for the S9+, the 64GB version starts from PHP41,150; and the 128GB starts from PHP44,563. These prices were last updated in August 2020.

The available colors are Midnight Black for the S9 and S9+ (64GB/128GB); Lilac Purple for the S9 and S9+ (64GB/128GB); and Coral Blue for the S9+ (128GB/256GB).

How much is the Samsung S9 Plus in the Philippines?

The price of the Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus in the Philippines is ~₱43,770 for the standard 64GB version, ~₱44,560 for the 128GB, and ~₱45,200 for the 256GB. All internal storage variants are available on Shopee, Lazada, Galleon, and Amazon. The Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus was released in March 2018 and is available in Midnight Black, Lilac Purple, and Coral Blue.

Is the S9 a good phone?

The Samsung Galaxy S9 is a flagship phone worth switching to, as it comes with high-end features including a premium build, Super AMOLED display, and a powerful octa-core chipset, to name just a few. To learn more about its features, here's a rundown of the Galaxy S9 specs.

• Premium glass and metal design - The Samsung Galaxy S9 is equipped with a premium glass and metal chassis that comes in Midnight Black and Lilac Purple. The Galaxy S9 weighs 163g, lighter than other competing flagships like the iPhone X that weighs 174 g.
• Super AMOLED QHD+ Infinity Display - The Samsung Galaxy S9 sports a 5.8-inch Super AMOLED Infinity Display with QHD+ resolution and an 18:5:9 aspect ratio. For this reason, it was regarded as one of the best smartphone displays in 2017.
• Powerful camera with an f/1.5 aperture - The 12MP rear camera with f/1.5 aperture in the Samsung Galaxy S9 is its main selling point. It is capable of capturing images with stunning detail and clarity and produces less noise than older Galaxy phones.
• Good battery life - The Samsung Galaxy S9 carries a 3000 mAh battery pack which can last a day with moderate usage. It also has a wireless charging capability for quick and convenient charging.
• Smooth performance - Samsung integrated the much-improved Exynos 9810 octa-core chip into the Galaxy S9, with 4 GB of RAM that helps the phone run super smoothly. The standard 64GB internal storage can be expanded up to 200 GB using a micro SD card.

Besides these features, the Samsung Galaxy S9 supports dual SIM cards and comes with the top-of-the-line Intelligent Scan that uses both iris and face unlock, providing robust security for authentication services.

Is the Samsung S9 waterproof?

The Samsung Galaxy S9 has an IP68 rating, which means it can withstand submersion in water up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes. So, it's best not to take photos with the device underwater without putting in a waterproof case.

Are there any problems with the Samsung S9?

Some users are having connection issues with the Samsung Galaxy S9 such as the inability to pair with other devices, intermittent connection, and failing to connect to Bluetooth systems. Intermittent drops in connection can be fixed by updating the S9 to the latest Android operating system.