The cost of Samsung Galaxy S9 + was $ 379
Experts of the research company TechInsights calculated, how many in Samsung spend on components and assembly of Galaxy S9 + and called the cost of a new flagship device.
In how much cost
The most expensive component of the smartphone is a 6, 2-inch OLED display , its price is $ 72.5. At the same time, the cost of last year's Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 + was $ 82 and $ 78.5 respectively. The Exynos 9810 processor cost $ 68, memory - $ 51. The model with chip Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 is not dismantled.
The main pride of S9 + - double main chamber - appreciated in $ 48. Have " Pros " of the eighth generation it is cheaper - $ 32.
Thus, the cost of the Galaxy S9 + was $ 379. A it's on $ 36 is more expensive than S8 +, which is estimated at $ 343. But It is worth remembering that in Such calculations, as usual, do not take into account the development of the device, software to license fees, research, production and promotion. In other words, it is only the cost of a handful of details.
Recall on Samsung's new " pluses " are sold by $ 840.
Source: BloombergQuint