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Samsung Galaxy S9 (2018)

Samsung Galaxy S9 (2018)
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alaScore 89

10447 reviews

Jul, 2025

alaTest has collected and analyzed 10447 reviews of Samsung Galaxy S9 (2018). The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones for all reviews. People really like the design and screen. The camera and performance also get good feedback, whereas views are divided on the reliability.

usability, performance, camera, screen, design

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the Samsung Galaxy S9 (2018) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Max Parker (trustedreviews.com)

Samsung Galaxy S9 review: Not to be forgotten

 

Samsung Galaxy S9 packs a lovely display, great camera and a design that is still one of the best. It's also available at a much lower price than the S10.

Fantastic display;Feels great;Much improved speakers

Average battery life;Dual-sensor only on Plus model;Some lag with Samsung’s software

Sep, 2019
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Expert review by : Robert Jones (t3.com)

Samsung Galaxy S9 review: a refined Android phone with excellent camera

 

Samsung has created a very premium and polished phone

Nov, 2020
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Expert review by : Gareth Beavis (techradar.com)

Samsung Galaxy S9 review

 

The Galaxy S9 is provides a solid smartphone experience over a year on from its launch, at a now lower price.

Swift biometric security Awesome low-light performance Very powerful

Design is identical to S8 Some camera snaps lack vibrancy Expensive

The Samsung Galaxy S9 is a great phone, but one that didn't really kick on from the Galaxy S8, bringing a very similar design and screen to 2017's version. The improved biometrics were sorely needed, and the camera is a leap forward, but the amazing...

Jun, 2020
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Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

Samsung Galaxy S9 review

 

Samsung's tweaking has made the S9 one of the best Android phones around.

Superb screen for video ; Powerful performance ; Dual-aperture camera is effective ; Well built ; Great design

Audio still lacks the last word in timing

Samsung has gone down the Apple route of only making minor tweaks, but this has resulted in one of the best Android phones this year

Mar, 2018
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Expert review by : Cam Bunton (pocket-lint.com)

Samsung Galaxy S9 review: A refined evolution

 

While it's not perfect, the Galaxy S9 is a fantastic device. It's got a brilliant display, great camera, brilliant performance all-round, and in a

Brilliant display ; Stereo sound is surprisingly powerful ; Curved glass and metal is very attractive ; Comfortable to use ; Super speedy and fluid performance

Battery isn't great ; Camera over-exposes highlights regularly ; AR Emoji and Bixby need a lot of improving ; Expensive

While it’s not perfect, the Galaxy S9 is a fantastic device. It’s got a brilliant display, great camera, brilliant performance all-round, and in a body that’s easily one of the most elegant ever released. Its stereo sound makes such a difference to...

Mar, 2018
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TechAdvisor Recommended

Expert review by : Chris Martin (techadvisor.co.uk)

Samsung Galaxy S9

 

It might be more appropriate to call it the S8 mk2, but the Samsung Galaxy S9 is stunning smartphone across the board. Here's our full review.

Mar, 2019
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Expert review by : Tom Morgan-Freelander (stuff.tv)

Samsung Galaxy S9 review

 

The best Android phone in the world just got (slightly) better

Refined, stylish design with gorgeous curved screen ; Improved low-light camera, excellent slo-mo video ; All the features you’d want in a flagship

Improved camera still can’t quite beat the best ; Hard to tell the S9 apart from the S8 ; Fingerprint sensor still a bit close to the camera

Easily the best all-round Android phone you can buy today

Mar, 2018
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Expert review by : Chris Barraclough (recombu.com)

Samsung Galaxy S9 Review: First essential smartphone of 2018?

 

Samsung's 2018 flagship phone looks like a direct clone of last year's model. So is the Galaxy S9 an essential smartphone, or should you save a bit of cash and grab the S8 instead? Here's our full review.

Smart camera tech ; Premium everyday experience ; Superb performance

No real upgrade ; Pricey ; Beaten by cheaper rivals

So, should you consider buying the Galaxy S9?

Mar, 2018
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Expert review by (which.co.uk)

Samsung Galaxy S9 review

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Samsung has just announced the new Galaxy S9, its latest high-end flagship smartphone. It looks very similar to last year's Galaxy S8, but the manufacturer says that improvements have been made across the board. Are these changes enough to warrant...

Feb, 2018
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Expert review by : Adam Shepherd (itpro.co.uk)

Samsung Galaxy S9 review: Can you put a price on perfection?

 

Samsung does it again with another stunner of a smartphone

The fastest Android phone we've ever seen; Amazing low-light camera; Slick features

Doesn't do enough to better last year's Galaxy S8

Just like the S8 before it, the Samsung Galaxy S9 is the best phone in the world, with lightning-fast performance, a stupendous camera and a lovely design. Unfortunately, it hasn't done enough to surpass its predecessor, which is still almost as...

May, 2018
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