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Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB) vs Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy Note 9 vs Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA) phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA) X Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB) 43Points
6.4"
AMOLED

1440x2960

12.2
MP

8mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

4000
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
2.4"
TFT

240x320

5
MP

0.3mp

128MB
RAM

Single-core

950
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB)} 43 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB) vs X5 (TD-SCDMA)} 2 Advantages Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA)
+2.8GHz 64bit Octa-core (10nm)18 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs264MHz 32bit Single-core
+8GB LPDDR4X63 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs128MB
+512GB (482GB available)6169 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs256MB (80MB available)
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC127 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsUntil 8GB microSD
+8.8 millimeters (0.35 inches)67%
Thinner
vs14.7 millimeters (0.58 inches)
+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT LCD
+1440x2960 pixels55 times
Higher resolution screen
vs240x320 pixels
+514 PPI2 times
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs167 PPI
+6.4"167%
Larger screen
vs2.4"
+(dual camera) 12.2MP + 12MP4 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 5MP
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
vsOnly digital zoom
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsNot supported
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
vsNot supported
+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsNot supported
+(front) 8MP25 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 0.3MP
+4K UHD (3840x2160)26 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsVGA (640x480)
+(front) 2K UHD (2560x1440)144 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
vs(front) QCIF (176x144)
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)69 times
More apps available to download and use
vs50000 apps (Nokia Ovi Store)
+4G LTE-AAdvantage
The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
vs3G TD-HSDPA
+(4G LTE-A) 1200 Mbps599 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G TD-HSDPA) 2 Mbps
+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage
The touch screen facilitates the use of the device
vsNot supported
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Heart rateAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Iris scannerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+SpO2Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+4000 mAh3 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs950 mAh
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
vsNot supported
+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
vsNot supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
vsNot supported
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs2.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
vsMicroUSB 2.0
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 2.0
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet
vsWAP, HTML, Flash player
+IP68 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
201 grams (7.04 ounces)vs+120 grams (4.2 ounces)67%
Lighter
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily

10 Common items in both devices
16 million
Dual-LED flash
PDAF on back camera and autofocus front camera / Autofocus
Accelerometer
Hands-free calling
Video calling
Vibrating alert
+3 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB)Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA)
 
ModelGalaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB)Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA)
Other model namesGalaxy Note9 (Qualcomm) SM-G9600/DS (8GB RAM), Samsung CrownNokia X5-00, Nokia X5 for China Mobile
Country or region available(Latin America)BrazilChina
(Latin America), Brazil, China
China
China
BrandSamsungNokia
Release date8/24/2018, Announced: 8/9/20187/1/2010
Depth8.8 millimeters (0.35 inches)14.7 millimeters (0.58 inches)
Size (width x height)76.4 x 161.9 millimeters (3.01 x 6.37 in)49.8 x 113 millimeters (1.96 x 4.45 in)
Weight201 grams (7.04 ounces)120 grams (4.2 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum frame, glass front/back
Back: Gorilla Glass 5
feature not registered
Protection against water and othersIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistantNot supported

📲 Display

Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB)Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA)
Display typeSuper AMOLEDTFT LCD
Screen size6.4" inches2.4" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~84% (screen-to-body ratio)~31.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1440x2960 pixels (18.5:9)240x320 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsNot supported
Pixel density (dot pitch)514 PPI167 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 5Scratch-resistant glass
Refresh rate60Hzfeature not registered
Display featuresHDR10
2.5D glass
Always-On Display
feature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB)Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA)
System versionAndroid 8.1 OreoSymbian 9.3 S60 3rd Edition Feature Pack 2
Firmware updateAndroid 10feature not registered
User InterfaceOne UI 2.0 / 2.5feature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB)Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 (SDM845) (10nm)32bit
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
4x 2.8GHz Kryo 385 Gold (Quad-core)
4x 1.7GHz Kryo 385 Silver (Quad-core)
Single-core, 1 processor:
1x 264MHz ARM9 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 630 (710MHz)feature not registered
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 249124 (v7), 316449 (v8)
Geekbench: 9026 (v4.4), 2092 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 15fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
feature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB)Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA)
RAM memory8GB LPDDR4X128MB
Internal storage512GB (482GB available)
UFS 2.1
256MB (80MB available)
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)
Until 8GB microSD
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB)Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
Not supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload1200/150 Mbps2 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat18 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
Not supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, TD-SCDMA, TD-HSDPA
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat18 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-ANot supported

📷 Camera

Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB)Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA)
Back camera (main camera)(dual camera)
12.2 megapixels
12MP telephoto f/2.41/3.4"52mm1.0µmAFOIS2x-optical-zoom
5 megapixels
Main camera resolution4032x3024 pixels2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fpsVGA (640x480) 15 fps
FlashDual-LED flashDual-LED flash
Focal aperturef/1.5 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal length26mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/2.55" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.4µm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF on back camera and autofocus front cameraAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedNot supported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationNot supported
ZoomDigital and optical zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionNot supported
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo/video on both camerasNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB)Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA)
Front camera (secondary)8 megapixels0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution3264x2448 pixels640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)2K UHD (2560x1440)QCIF (176x144)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/1.7 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal length25mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/3.6" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.22µm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB)Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA)
LoudspeakerStereo sound
32-bit/384kHz
Supported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or moreNot supported
RadioFMNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviDMP4, WMV, H.263
Audio formatsMP3, OGG, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+

🔌 Connectivity

Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB)Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA)
USBUSB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C SlimPort®Not supported
Bluetooth5.0 + A2DP/LE2.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
Not supported
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouA-GPS
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB)Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Heart rate
Iris scanner
Proximity sensor
SpO2
Accelerometer
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB)Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BL-5F
Battery capacity4000 mAh950 mAh
Charger, watts15W Wired fast chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingQi wireless charging (Qi/PMA)feature not registered
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered4.6 hours
Standbyfeature not registered165 hours (6.9 days)

➕ Other features

Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB)Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS, MMS, E-mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5WAP, HTML, Flash player
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, Copper, Purple, Blue
S Pen Stylus (Bluetooth)
• Samsung Pay
• Samsung DeX
• Colors: Various
• Dual mode GSM/TD-SCDMA phone
Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Galaxy Note 9 (SM-N9600 512GB)Nokia X5 (TD-SCDMA)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)0.96W/kg (head), 0.92W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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