Comparison samsung galaxy s10 + vs samsung galaxy s9 +

It's here. After many leaks and rumors, the Samsung Galaxy S10 + is official. The Korean manufacturer presented it on February 20 in style. Along with this model, the S10, the S10e and a special S10 with 5G connectivity were released. What news does Samsung's new top of the range bring? Well, the truth is that a lot. It has a larger screen, triple rear camera, triple front camera, more memory, more battery and a new processor. All this in a different design, although known.

Even with all the news, surely there are many users who wonder if it is worth buying the Samsung Galaxy S10 + or better to take advantage of the offers that will surely appear to acquire the previous model. That is why here we are going to compare both terminals, to try to find out if it is worth choosing one or the other. Without further ado, we put the Samsung Galaxy S10 + and the Samsung Galaxy S9 + face to face.

COMPARATIVE SHEET

	Samsung Galaxy S10 +	Samsung Galaxy S9 +
screen	6.4-inch, 19: 9 Curved Quad HD + Dynamic Amoled	6.2-inch Dual Edge Super AMOLED panel, Quad HD + resolution of 2,960 x 1,440 pixels, 18.5: 9 aspect ratio
Main chamber	Triple camera: · 12 MP main sensor, 1.4 µm pixels, variable aperture f / 1.5 - f / 2.4, Dual Pixel focus and OIS · 12 MP telephoto sensor, 1.0 µm pixels, f / 2.4 aperture, PDAF focus system and OIS · Third 16 MP Ultra Wide Sensor, 1.0 µm pixels, f / 2.4 aperture 4K UHD video at 60 fps Slow motion video at 960 fps	Dual camera with two 12 MP sensors. On the one hand, a wide angle with variable aperture f / 1.5-2.4. On the other hand, a Telephoto lens with f / 2.4 aperture Autofocus Double optical stabilization 4K UHD video at 60 fps Slow motion video at 960 fps
Camera for selfies	Dual camera: · 10 MP main sensor, 1.22 µm pixels, f / 1.9 aperture and Dual Pixel autofocus. · 8 MP depth sensor, 1.12 µm pixels and f / 2.2 aperture.	8 MP, f / 1.7 aperture, FHD video
Internal memory	128GB, 512GB, or 1TB	64 or 256 GB
Extension	microSD up to 512GB	MicroSD (up to 400GB)
Processor and RAM	Eight-core Exynos, 8 or 12 GB RAM	Exynos 9810 10 nm, 64-bit, eight cores (four at 2.7 GHz and another four at 1.7 GHz)
Drums	4,100 mAh with fast charging 2.0 and wireless charging for sharing	3,500 mAh, Fast charging, Wireless charging
Operating system	Android 9.0 Pie + Samsung ONE UI	Android 8.0 Oreo + Samsung ONE UI
Connections	Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, LTE CAT.20, USB Type-C, NFC, Dual-band 802.11ac WiFi	Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, USB Type-C, NFC, WiFi 802.11 ac dual band, VHT80 MU-MIMO, 1024-QAM
SIM	2 x nanoSIM or 1 nanoSIM with microSD	nanoSIM
Design	Metal and glass, IP68, Gorilla Glass 6 front protection, Gorilla Glass 5 rear protection, colors: black and white	Glass and metal, IP68, colors: purple, black and blue
Dimensions	157.6 x 74.1 x 7.8 mm, 175 grams	158 x 73.8 x 8.5mm, 183 grams
Featured Features	Ultrasonic In-Screen Fingerprint Reader AR Emoji Artificial Intelligence Chip Stereo Speakers	Smart scanner (simultaneous face recognition and iris reader) AR Emoji Bixby
Release date	March 8	Available
Price	128 GB: 1,010 euros 512 GB: 1,260 euros 1 TB: 1,610 euros	64 GB: 695 euros 256 GB: 1,050 euros

Design and display

This year yes. After several years with a virtually identical design, this year Samsung has made major changes to the S series. Not that we have a sea change and the new model is not recognizable, but we do have some striking variations.

On the back, the glass finish with curved edges is maintained. However, this year the top models will feature a ceramic finish. There is also a change in the distribution of the cameras, which are now positioned horizontally. And we do not forget the fingerprint reader, which disappears from the back to be placed in front, under the screen.

But it is on the screen where we have the most radical changes. It had become clear that Samsung did not like the idea of ​​placing a notch on the screen, of any kind. So what they have done is pierce the panel to put the front camera. In the case of the Samsung Galaxy S10 + we have a slightly larger hole, since it has a double camera.

The opening for the camera is located in the upper right corner. This has made it possible to reduce both the upper and lower edges to the maximum, so this is a terminal that has much more screen surface. A screen that also grows compared to last year's model. The Samsung Galaxy S10 + has a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED panel with Quad HD + resolution and 19: 9 aspect ratio.

With all this, the full dimensions of the S10 + are 157.6 x 74.1 x 7.8 millimeters, with a weight of 175 grams. At the moment the device is only available in black and white.

The Samsung Galaxy S9 + is already an old acquaintance. It sports a very similar back, with a glass finish, although with different details. In this model we have the double camera also located in the center, but in a vertical position. Under it we have the fingerprint reader.

The front of the Samsung Galaxy S9 + sports a 6.2-inch Super AMOLED screen. Despite being somewhat smaller, it has the same QHD + resolution as the current model and curves on the sides as well. But last year Samsung opted for a small bezel at the top to include the front camera, so the aspect ratio is 18.5; 9.

Even with a hole in the screen, the Samsung Galaxy S10 + maintains the IP68 certification. Something that, obviously, we also have in the Galaxy S9 +.

The full dimensions of the Samsung Galaxy S9 + are 158 x 73.8 x 8.5 millimeters, with a weight of 183 grams. That is, it is somewhat taller and wider than the S10 +, but it has a smaller screen. In addition, it is much thicker and heavier. It is clear that Samsung this year has greatly refined the design of its flagship.

Photographic set

When a manufacturer renews its high-end models, one of the most anticipated news by all is to see what has improved in the photographic section. Even more so when we talk about the Samsung Galaxy S models, generally placed in the high areas of the classification when we talk about photographic quality.

Let's first remember what the Samsung Galaxy S9 + offers us. It has a rear camera with two 12 megapixel sensors. On the one hand, a wide angle with variable aperture f / 1.5-2.4. On the other hand, a Telephoto lens with f / 2.4 aperture. This combination allows you to record 4K resolution video at 60fps, in addition to creating super slow motion at 960fps.

On the front it includes a simple camera with an 8 megapixel sensor and f / 1.7 aperture. This is capable of recording video with Full HD resolution, in addition to being compatible with the famous AR Emoji.

We already know the photographic result of this double system. It offers very good photographs, although it has been surpassed by models such as the Huawei P20 Pro or Google's Pixel 3 XL.

To get back to the top of the rankings (or at least give it a try), this year Samsung has included a third sensor in the post configuration. Thus, the Samsung Galaxy S10 + has a 12 megapixel sensor with Dual Pixel technology and dual aperture of f / 1.5-2.4, phase detection autofocus and optical image stabilizer. To this is added an ultra-wide angle lens that shows up to 123 degrees of the scene, and that is mounted on a 16-megapixel sensor with f / 2.2 aperture. Finally, there is a 12 megapixel telephoto lens with f / 2.4 aperture and optical image stabilizer that allows you to apply two optical magnifications.

We also have a substantial improvement in the front photographic section. The Samsung Galaxy S10 + has a dual system, with a 10 megapixel main sensor with Dual Pixel technology, f / 1.9 aperture and autofocus. It is accompanied by a second 8-megapixel sensor focused on detecting the depth of the scene, with an aperture f / 2.2. This achieves a result in the most accomplished and detailed bokeh effect or portrait mode.

At the moment we have not been able to thoroughly test the camera, but it is worth a reference on the well-known website DxOmark they put it at the level of the best terminals of 2018. In addition, the front camera surprises, surpassing all the views so far.

Processor and memory

If the camera is one of the changes that everyone expects, the processor is one that is taken for granted. Any evolution brings with it a change to a processor that should be more powerful.

The Samsung Galaxy S10 + is equipped with the Exynos 9820 processor. This is accompanied by 8 or 12 GB of RAM, depending on the version. In addition, we also have three storage capacities available: 128 GB, 512 GB or 1 TB. A capacity that, if we see that it is not enough, we can expand with another 512 GB through Micro SD card.

On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy S9 + is equipped with the Exynos 9810 processor. It is accompanied by 6 GB of RAM and a storage capacity that can be 64 or 256 GB, depending on the model we choose.

At the moment we have not been able to pass the performance test to the S10 +, so we do not know if the change of processor will mean a considerable increase in power. Presumably yes, as it also increases the amount of RAM. However, we must make it clear that for daily use it is normal that we do not notice a difference.

Autonomy and connectivity

One of the few criticisms the Samsung Galaxy S9 + received had to do with its battery. Last year's flagship has a 3,500 milliamp battery that, according to most tests, is a fair bit to get through the day. It is true that the terminal has fast charging and wireless charging, but most users want to not have to worry about charging the device at least until night.

It seems that Samsung took note and has remedied this year. Although we still need to prove it for ourselves, the truth is that the Samsung Galaxy S10 + has a 4,100 milliamp battery, which is a more than considerable increase. If we add to this that it allows even faster charging, fast wireless charging and also sharing the battery with other devices wirelessly, we have a significant advance in this section.

And in terms of connectivity, both models offer the latest, with Bluetooth 5.0 and dual-band 802.11ac WiFi, among others.

Conclusions and price

So is the Samsung Galaxy S10 + better than its predecessor? The answer is obvious, yes. We have very significant changes in all sections. At the design level, leaving aside the type of notch or no notch, we have a somewhat more compact mobile but with a slightly larger screen. Also, the Samsung Galaxy S10 + is thinner and lighter.

In the photographic section, although the main sensors seem not to have varied much, a third sensor is added that will give us the ultra-wide angle view so fashionable today. And we have a very important change in the front camera, with a double sensor that seems to offer very good results.

Internally, the processor has changed and the RAM memory has been increased. Also the storage, which this year forgets 64 GB and starts from 128 GB. And if we have a high budget we can get a version of up to 1 TB, the same capacity that many computers offer.

And we find an even more radical change in the section on autonomy. First, because the battery is increased from 3,500 milliamps in the S9 + to 4,100 milliamps in the Samsung Galaxy S10 +. It is a very significant change. And second, because now we can use the mobile to charge other devices wirelessly thanks to reverse charging.

But of course, now comes when we talk about the price. And this is when the decision, which seemed so clear, becomes muddied again. The Samsung Galaxy S10 + has just been introduced (in fact, it is not yet on sale officially), so its price is high. It starts at 1,010 euros for the version with 128 GB of internal storage.

On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy S9 + continues to drop in price. Even more so when the new model hits stores. Currently we can already find it on the official Samsung website with a sale price of 695 euros (version with 64 GB of storage). This is the official price, which means that in some online stores it could be even lower.

That is, we have a very important price difference. Is it worth investing almost twice as much to get the new model? We cannot answer that question outright. The news are many, of course, but each user will have to assess whether these news are necessary for their use or not.