What is the Difference Between Apple iPhone X and Samsung Galaxy Note 8?

The Apple iPhone X and Samsung Galaxy Note 8 are both flagship smartphones with similarities and differences in various aspects. Here are some key differences between the two devices:

Display:

iPhone X: 5.8-inch Super Retina OLED display with 1125 x 2436 pixels resolution and 458ppi pixel density.
Galaxy Note 8: 6.3-inch Super AMOLED display with 1440 x 2960 pixels resolution and 521ppi pixel density.

Build Quality:

iPhone X: Made of glass and stainless steel, with an IP67 dust/water resistance rating.
Galaxy Note 8: Made of glass and aluminum, with an IP68 dust/water resistance rating.

Battery:

iPhone X: 2716mAh battery.
Galaxy Note 8: 3300mAh battery.

Camera:

Both phones have dual-rear cameras, 2x optical zoom, dual-optical image stabilization (OIS), 4K video, and Portrait Mode.
iPhone X: Shoots slow-motion video at 1,080p.
Galaxy Note 8: Shoots slow-motion video at 720p.

Performance:

iPhone X: Apple A11 Bionic chipset.
Galaxy Note 8: Exynos 8895 (10 nm) chipset for EMEA, Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm) chipset for USA & China.

Operating System:

iPhone X: iOS 11.1.1, upgradable to iOS 16.6.1.
Galaxy Note 8: Android 7.1.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie).

Storage:

iPhone X: 256GB internal storage, no microSD expansion.
Galaxy Note 8: 256GB internal storage, expandable via microSD card.

Headphone Jack:

iPhone X: No headphone jack.
Galaxy Note 8: Headphone jack included.

Ultimately, the choice between the iPhone X and Samsung Galaxy Note 8 depends on your personal preferences, such as display size, battery life, and operating system.

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Comparative Table: Apple iPhone X vs Samsung Galaxy Note 8

Here is a table comparing the key differences between the Apple iPhone X and Samsung Galaxy Note 8:

Feature	Apple iPhone X	Samsung Galaxy Note 8
Processor	Apple A11 Bionic	Exynos 9 Octa 8895 (European version)
RAM	3GB	6GB
Screen Size	5.8 inches	6.3 inches
Screen Resolution	2436 x 1125 pixels	2960 x 1440 pixels
Pixel Density	458 PPI	522 PPI
Expandable Storage	No, fixed storage	Yes, up to 256GB with MicroSD card
Rear Camera	12 MP dual	12 MP dual
Front Camera	7 MP	8 MP
Battery Capacity	2716 mAh	3300 mAh
Waterproof Rating	IP67 (1 meter depth for 30 minutes)	IP68 (higher protection)
Fingerprint Sensor	No, Face ID facial recognition	Yes, on the back
S Pen	No	Yes
Software Updates	Regular updates, longer support from Apple	Less frequent updates compared to Apple

Both smartphones have their strengths and weaknesses. If you prioritize software updates, facial recognition, and a more compact design, the iPhone X might be the better choice. However, if you prefer expandable storage, a larger screen, higher pixel density, and the added functionality of the S Pen, the Galaxy Note 8 could be more suitable for your needs.

Guilherme Mazui

Guilherme Mazui is graduated in journalism from the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG) and a master's degree in Communication from the University of São Paulo (USP). In addition, he has experience in advertising writing and has worked as a content editor in several companies.