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Samsung Galaxy Note 9 smartphone in lavender purple finish

SAMSUNG

SAMSUNG Galaxy Note 9 SM-N960 128GB Lavender Purple cell phones - unlocked

SKU CH-PM7C-0YS3Z

Unlocked 6.4" Super AMOLED smartphone with dual 12 MP cameras, 128 GB storage, 6 GB RAM and 4000 mAh battery

  • CPUOcta-core (4 × 2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4 × 1.7 GHz Kryo 385
  • Storage drive128 GB
  • Connection optionsYes
  • Operating systemAndroid 8.0 Oreo
  • Form factorSmart Phones
  • Technology type4G LTE
  • 4" Super AMOLED display shows vivid detail at 2960 x 1440
  • 4000 mAh battery delivers all-day power for heavy use
  • 128 GB internal storage plus 512 GB microSD expansion stores more files
  • Dual 12 MP rear cameras capture 2160p video with LED flash
  • Bluetooth S Pen adds remote control for photos and presentations

Unlocked Samsung Galaxy Note 9 128GB

The Galaxy Note 9 SM-N960 is a factory-unlocked Android smartphone with 128GB of internal storage and a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display. It ships new in Lavender Purple and includes the Bluetooth-enabled S Pen stylus. The handset runs Android 8.0 Oreo on a Qualcomm 845 octa-core processor paired with 6GB of RAM.

Suited for single-SIM users who want expandable

This model uses a single Nano SIM and offers a microSD slot for cards up to 512GB, so owners can add substantial extra space. Buyers who require dual-SIM capability or a newer Android version out of the box should consider other devices.

128GB internal storage with microSD expansion

The decisive specification is the 128GB built-in capacity combined with support for microSD cards up to 512GB. That total determines whether the phone can hold the apps, media and offline files a user needs without relying on cloud services.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Unlocked Smartphones, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $286.99
Pricier than about 68% of the 2,409 comparable items (median $168.99).
Storage drive 128 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 1,888 items is 128 GB.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameSamsung
Model nameGalaxy Note 9
Part numberSMN960UZPAXAA
Product colorLavender Purple
Processor
CPUOcta-core (4 × 2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4 × 1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver) CPU, Adreno 630 GPU
Processor chipQualcomm 845 Octa-core (10 nm)
Core configurationOcta-core
Memory
RAM capacity6 GB
Storage
Storage drive128 GB
Expandable storageUp to 512 GB
Display
TouchscreenCapacitive touchscreen
Main screen size6.4 in (16.3 cm)
Screen resolution2960 × 1440
Pixel density516 ppi
Primary display color16M
Display technologySuper AMOLED
Audio & video
Back cameraDual 12 MP
Camera flashLED
Video recording2160p
AutofocusYes
Selfie camera8 MP
Connectivity
Connection optionsYes
Technology type4G LTE
SIM typeNano SIM
Wi-Fi capabilityWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
BluetoothBluetooth v5.0
Extra connectivityNFC
Built-in GPSYes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Extra radiosWi-Fi/GPS/NFC
Ports & slots
Expansion slotMicroSD (TF Card)
USB ports3.1, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector
Audio connection3.5 mm jack
Power
Battery capacity4,000 mAh
Battery typeNon-removable Li-Ion Battery
Size & build
Form factorSmart Phones
Overall dimensions6.37 in × 3.01 in × 0.35 in
Product weight7.09 oz
Software
Operating systemAndroid 8.0 Oreo
More details
Built-in sensorsIris scanner, fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate, SpO2

Questions about this item

Will the 4000mAh battery need replacement after a couple of years of daily charging?

The 4000mAh Li-Ion cell is sealed inside the chassis, so swapping it requires a heated opening tool and adhesive replacement; most owners use a repair shop once capacity drops below usable levels.

What thermal limit appears first during long gaming sessions on the Snapdragon 845?

The water-carbon cooling system spreads heat from the 10nm octa-core, but sustained load eventually triggers CPU throttling to protect the 6.4" Super AMOLED panel and internal components.

How much heat and fan noise does the phone produce when left on all day?

There is no fan; the 4000mAh battery and 845 chipset warm the glass back noticeably under continuous use, yet the device stays silent because cooling is entirely passive.

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