Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) (SM-A920F) — XEF
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) Released 2018, November | 183g, 7.8mm thickness | Android 8.0, up to Android 10, One UI | 64GB/128GB storage, microSDXC | Super AMOLED | 24 MP, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.9µm, PDAF 10 MP f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.9", 1.0µm, AF, 2x optical zoom 8 MP, f/2.4, 12mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm Auxiliary lens | Li-Ion 3800 mAh, non-removable
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) Network Specifications
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps |
| 4G | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66 |
| 3G | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 2G | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) body Specifications
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame |
| Weight | 183 g (6.46 oz) |
| Dimensions | 162.5 x 77 x 7.8 mm (6.40 x 3.03 x 0.31 in) |
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) MISC Specifications
| SAR EU | 0.35 W/kg (head) 1.59 W/kg (body) |
| SAR US | 0.27 W/kg (head) 0.84 W/kg (body) |
| Colors | Caviar Black, Lemonade Blue, Bubblegum Pink |
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) display Specifications
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2220 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~393 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.3 inches, 100.2 cm 2 (~80.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Super AMOLED |
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) Sound Specifications
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) Platform Specifications
| GPU | Adreno 512 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 (14 nm) |
| OS | Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, One UI |
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) Battery Specifications
| Charging | 18W wired |
| Battery | Li-Ion 3800 mAh, non-removable |
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) memory Specifications
| Internal | 64GB 6GB RAM, 64GB 8GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) Main Camera Specifications
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Camera | 24 MP, f/1.7, 27mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.9µm, PDAF 10 MP f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.9", 1.0µm, AF, 2x optical zoom 8 MP, f/2.4, 12mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm Auxiliary lens |
XEF Region Firmware Info
XEF - FranceA CSC (Consumer Software Customization) code ties a Samsung firmware build to the country and carrier it was released for, controlling branding, available languages and which OTA updates a device receives. The XEF code is used in France by Orange, Bouygues Telecom, Free Mobile, with 2 distinct Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) firmware versions found so far.
XEF Firmware Version History
| Version | Build Date | Security Patch |
|---|---|---|
| A920FXXS7CVH6 | 2022-09-26 | — |
| A920FXXS7CVI6 | 2022-09-13 | — |
2 Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) firmware versions found for the XEF region, newest first.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) XEF Firmware ArchiveOfficial Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) firmware for the France XEF region, including BL, AP, CP, CSC and HOME_CSC packages for Odin flashing.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) Combination & Special FilesCombination and service files for the Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) (SM-A920F) — authorized repair, FRP reset after service, and diagnostics.
| Device Mobile | Version | Bit - SW REV | FA | Change list | Updated | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
XEF Firmware FAQ
Which carriers use the XEF CSC on the Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018)?+
The XEF CSC is used by Orange, Bouygues Telecom, and Free Mobile in France. Flash the XEF firmware only if your device was sold through one of these carriers.
How many Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) firmware versions are available for the XEF region?+
2 distinct Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) firmware versions have been found for the XEF (France) region so far, from oldest to the latest build.
How is the XEF CSC different from other region codes?+
Samsung ties every firmware build to one of roughly 599 CSC (Consumer Software Customization) codes, each tied to a specific country and carrier. XEF is the code for France (Orange, Bouygues Telecom, and Free Mobile) — flashing a different CSC can change your carrier branding, available languages and which OTA updates you receive.