Note 9 News | New leaks indicated that Note 9 will be a capable gaming device, AAA Vulkan titles

A Reddit user has leaked some of the features of the upcoming Galaxy Note 9 that mostly corroborates to what we’ve known so far. What is interesting is that Samsung is looking to project the Note 9 as a capable gaming device as well and will have support for AAA Vulkan titles.

Based on the Reddit user (u/Autopsy15) leaks most of other rumors seem to be right. Here is all we know so far about the specs and design:

  • Design — The OP claims to have used a dark blue color device with the S Pen having a blue ‘cap’ and a banana yellow body. We, however, do know that Samsung is planning to release the Note 9 in new color options.
  • Display — The display is the same WQHD+ panel as the Galaxy S9 but is 10% more brighter.
  • Storage — Base storage will be 128 GB with 2 more options. Possible onboard storage up to 512 GB as was leaked earlier.
  • SoC — No specific information provided but it is expected to be similar to the Galaxy S9 although, we’ve also been hearing about possibilities of an Exynos 9820.
  • RAM — 6 GB in the base variant with option for 8 GB.
  • Vulkan API Support — The Note 9 will feature native support for the Vulkan graphics API. The rep had apparently hinted about exclusive games for the Note 9 including a ‘high profile Vulkan game’. We just heard that Fortnite for Android will launch as a Note 9 exclusive. The Galaxy Note 9 joins the list of few handsets that have support for the Vulkan API.
  • Camera — Similar to the S9 but will have a horizontal placement to accommodate a larger battery. A new addition is that both rear cameras have OIS and AI features.
  • Battery — 4000 mAh battery as expected. The rep claimed usage of up to 4-5 days, which honestly feels a bit aggrandized.
  • S Pen — S Pen is now Bluetooth controlled. Pen button can be used for taking a photo, skipping music, or moving onto the next slide in a presentation. Another user pointed out that the phone can also charge the pen when inserted.
  • DeX — The Note 9 comes with built-in DeX support, which means the phone can be directly connected to a display using a USB-C to HDMI cable without the need for a dock. The in-built DeX can support up to 5 windows at once. A DeX dock can enable control of up to 20 windows at once.

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