20 October 2026 · Zohaan Mobile Gallery
Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro Price in Pakistan & Specs
Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro — Full Specifications, Features & Price in Pakistan
The Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro made history in 2016 as Samsung's first phone with 6GB of RAM — paired with a Snapdragon 653, a 6.0-inch Super AMOLED display and a 4,000mAh battery. Like every C-series phone, it launched only in China (with later India availability) and never officially reached Pakistan, so it survives here as a used import. This guide covers its verified specifications, the 6GB-RAM milestone, and the checks to run before buying one used.
Key Specifications at a Glance
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand / Model | Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro — model numbers SM-C9000 / SM-C900F / SM-C9008 (China launch; also India) |
| Store-listed price in Pakistan | Rs. 25,000 — verified 2026-10-11 on the Zohaan Mobile Gallery product page (used-market listing; confirm current price before buying) |
| Display | 6.0-inch Super AMOLED, 1080 x 1920 pixels (16:9), ~367 ppi, Corning Gorilla Glass 4 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 653 (28 nm), octa-core up to 1.95 GHz, Adreno 510 GPU |
| Network | 4G LTE (GSM / HSPA / LTE, Cat 6) — no 5G |
| RAM / Storage | 6GB RAM — Samsung's first 6GB phone; 64GB storage (eMMC 5.1), dedicated microSDXC slot |
| Rear camera | 16MP f/1.9, phase-detection autofocus, dual-LED dual-tone flash |
| Front camera | 16MP f/1.9 |
| Battery | 4,000mAh, non-removable, 18W wired charging |
| Dimensions / Weight | 162.9 x 80.7 x 6.9 mm, 189 g |
| Operating system | Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow) at launch, upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo) |
| Colours | Gold, Pink Gold, Black |
Design and Build Quality
The C9 Pro is a big, slim phablet — 6.9 mm thin, 189 g — with a Gorilla Glass 4 front and an aluminium back and frame. It keeps the front-mounted fingerprint reader, a 3.5mm headphone jack, stereo speakers (unusual for the series) and Samsung Pay support via NFC and MST. The USB Type-C port was modern for 2016. On a used unit, check the aluminium body for bends, the glass for cracks, and test the fingerprint sensor and both speakers — stereo speaker failure on one channel is a common age fault.
Display Features
The 6.0-inch Super AMOLED panel with 1080 x 1920 resolution (~367 ppi) and Gorilla Glass 4 is the C9 Pro's showcase — large, vibrant and excellent for video, with AMOLED's deep blacks. It is a 60Hz panel with no HDR. In 2026 the size still works as a budget media screen. Check any used unit for AMOLED burn-in and touch dead zones before paying.
Processor and Performance
The Snapdragon 653 (28 nm) pairs four 1.95 GHz Cortex-A72 performance cores with four 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 efficiency cores, with an Adreno 510 GPU — the fastest chip in the classic C-series. The 6GB of RAM is what made it historic: in late 2016, 6GB was unheard of outside flagships. In 2026 the chip is a budget performer — calls, WhatsApp, YouTube and browsing are comfortable, multitasking benefits from the 6GB, but demanding apps are slow and modern gaming is not viable. The 28 nm process runs warm under sustained load.
RAM and Storage
6GB of RAM with 64GB of eMMC 5.1 storage, plus a dedicated microSDXC slot (up to 256GB) — dedicated, not shared, so dual-SIM plus memory card works. The 6GB RAM was Samsung's first and remains the C9 Pro's defining spec; in 2026 it is the reason this phone multitasks better than its 4GB C-series siblings. Confirm the unit's actual RAM in Settings — used listings occasionally mislabel it.
Camera Features
The 16MP f/1.9 rear camera with phase-detection autofocus and dual-LED dual-tone flash records 1080p at 30fps, and the front camera is also 16MP f/1.9 — a matched pair that was generous for 2016. Daylight photos are acceptable; low-light performance is weak by modern standards, and there is no OIS or secondary lens. On a used unit, verify PDAF locks quickly, the flash fires, and both 16MP modules are free of haze and dead pixels.
Battery and Charging
A 4,000mAh non-removable battery with 18W wired charging is verified — the largest battery in the classic C-series and a genuine all-day cell when new. After a decade, any original cell is degraded; ask about battery-replacement history and observe real-world drain before buying. There is no wireless charging.
Software and Updates
Launched on Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), officially upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo). Official support ended years ago with no further security patches, and 2026-era banking and payment apps increasingly require newer Android versions. Verify your must-have apps install and run on the actual handset before paying, and watch for Chinese-region firmware with unfamiliar preinstalled apps on China-market units.
Connectivity and Additional Features
GSM / HSPA / LTE with LTE Cat 6 (300/50 Mbps), dual Nano-SIM (dedicated microSD slot), Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct), Bluetooth 4.2, NFC with Samsung Pay (NFC + MST), GPS with GLONASS/BDS (region dependent), stereo FM radio with RDS, and USB Type-C. Sensors include the front fingerprint reader, accelerometer, proximity and compass, plus ANT+ support. No 5G — a 4G phone permanently.
Variants, Colours and Availability
Announced in October 2016 and released in November 2016, the C9 Pro launched in China (SM-C9000, SM-C9008) with later availability in India (SM-C900F) — never officially in Pakistan, so every local unit is a used import, and GSMArena lists it as discontinued. It shipped only as 6GB/64GB, in Gold, Pink Gold and Black. This is Samsung's first 6GB RAM phone — a genuine milestone. Do not confuse it with the Galaxy C8 or C7 Pro; check the model number on the unit.
Price in Pakistan and PTA Information
The store-listed price is Rs. 25,000 (Zohaan Mobile Gallery product page, verified 2026-10-11) — a used-market listing for a discontinued import, not an official retail price. Real pricing follows condition, battery health and IMEI status, and the post-October-2026 surge has moved even budget used phones. Confirm the current price with Zohaan Mobile Gallery before buying.
PTA — read carefully for this model: never officially launched in Pakistan, so compliant PTA-approved units are rare. PTA status is per device and IMEI: SMS the IMEI to 8484 and confirm "Compliant" before paying, and verify the IMEI belongs to the unit in your hand — China-market imports are among the most commonly non-compliant or CPID-patched phones in the Pakistani used market. How to check PTA approval and CPID vs PTA explained.
Main Advantages and Limitations
Advantages:
- 6GB RAM — Samsung's first 6GB phone; still the best multitasker of the C-series
- 6.0-inch Super AMOLED with Gorilla Glass 4; matched 16MP front and rear cameras
- 4,000mAh battery — the largest in the classic C-series; stereo speakers; Samsung Pay (NFC + MST)
- Dedicated microSD slot — dual-SIM plus memory card; Rs. 25,000 store-listed used price
Limitations:
- Never officially sold in Pakistan — high PTA/IMEI risk; compliant units are rare
- Snapdragon 653 is slow by 2026 standards and runs warm; software support ended at Android 8.0
- Ten-year-old battery; no OIS or secondary cameras
Who Should Consider This Phone?
Good fit: buyers who want the most capable classic C-series phone — the 6GB RAM, 6-inch AMOLED, 4,000mAh battery and stereo speakers make it the best big-screen backup or media phone of this group at Rs. 25,000.
Look elsewhere if: you need assured PTA compliance, modern apps, or a daily driver with years of support — a 2016 import cannot promise them. Compare alternatives in the Samsung collection or all mobiles.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of the Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro in Pakistan?
Rs. 25,000 on the Zohaan Mobile Gallery product page (verified 2026-10-11) as a used listing. Confirm the current price with the store before buying.
Was the Galaxy C9 Pro Samsung's first 6GB RAM phone?
Yes. Launched in November 2016, it was the first Samsung phone with 6GB of RAM.
Was the Galaxy C9 Pro officially launched in Pakistan?
No. It launched in China with later India availability and was never officially sold in Pakistan — every local unit is a used import.
What processor does the Galaxy C9 Pro use?
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 653 (28 nm), octa-core up to 1.95 GHz with an Adreno 510 GPU.
Is the Galaxy C9 Pro PTA approved?
PTA status is per device, not per model — and compliant units of this import are rare. SMS the IMEI to 8484 and confirm "Compliant" before paying.
How big is the C9 Pro's battery?
4,000mAh with 18W wired charging — the largest battery in the classic C-series, but degraded after ten years on original cells.
Does the C9 Pro support Samsung Pay?
Yes — the hardware supports Samsung Pay via both NFC and MST, though service availability on old firmware in 2026 is not guaranteed; verify on the handset.
Is the Galaxy C9 Pro available at Zohaan Mobile Gallery?
Check the Galaxy C9 Pro product page or WhatsApp +92 305 8452080 for current used stock and price.
Final Verdict
The Galaxy C9 Pro is the flagship of the classic C-series: Samsung's first 6GB RAM phone, a 6-inch AMOLED, a 4,000mAh battery and stereo speakers at a Rs. 25,000 store listing. Its honest costs are the family traits — import-only with real PTA homework, a decade of age and ended software support. If you want the most phone this series ever offered, this is it — verified IMEI first, as always.
Call to Action
See the Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro at Zohaan Mobile Gallery, browse the Samsung collection, or WhatsApp us at +92 305 8452080 for the confirmed current used price, PTA/IMEI verification and warranty terms. Or visit our Rahim Yar Khan store and inspect the handset in person before you buy.