Earpiece Speaker
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Earpiece Speaker Replacement
- Fits
- Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- Fixes
- Call sound faults
- Quality
- Brand new, OEM quality
- Fitting
- Professional install
Overview
What this part is
The earpiece speaker in the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 sits at the top of the front, above the screen. It is the speaker you hold to your ear during calls. Dust and moisture can make it quiet, crackly or silent.
Clean the grille gently first. If callers are still hard to hear on the earpiece but fine on speakerphone, the earpiece speaker is the likely fault.
Compatibility
Specifications and compatibility
- Part
- Earpiece Speaker
- Compatible with
- Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- Model numbers
- SM-N950F · SM-N9500
- Does not fit
- Galaxy Note 9, Note FE, S8+ or any other model
- Fixes
- Quiet, crackling or silent sound from the earpiece during phone calls
- Does not fix
- Loudspeaker faults, microphone faults or network call problems
- Quality
- Brand new, OEM-quality earpiece speaker. Tested before dispatch.
- Brand
- Unbranded, compatible with Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- In the box
- 1 × earpiece speaker. Check the photos for any extra items.
- Colour
- As shown in the photos
- Installation
- Professional installation recommended
- Supplied by
- Supreme Phone Parts Ltd, Manchester, UK
Before you order
Is this the right part?
Signs it needs replacing
- Callers sound quiet or muffled on the earpiece
- The earpiece crackles or buzzes
- Calls work on speakerphone but not at your ear
- No sound at all from the top speaker
How to check your model
Open Settings › About phone. The name should read Galaxy Note 8 and the model number should start SM-N950. Compare your old part with the photos before fitting.
The Galaxy Note 8 has a curved 6.3-inch screen, two rear cameras side by side and the fingerprint sensor next to the cameras. The Note 9 has its fingerprint sensor below the cameras.
Professional installation
How a technician fits this part
- Power the phone off and remove the SIM tray.
- Warm the back cover to soften the adhesive and lift it off carefully.
- Remove the screws and the upper inner panel.
- Disconnect the battery, then lift out the old earpiece speaker.
- Fit the new earpiece speaker and reconnect the battery.
- Make a test call, then refit the panel and seal the back cover.
Check that the part matches the device before fitting it or removing any adhesive backing. Once a part has been fitted, it cannot be returned for a change of mind. Faulty parts are always covered.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Will this fit my Note 8?
Yes, if Settings › About phone shows Galaxy Note 8 (model SM-N950F or SM-N9500). It does not fit the Galaxy Note 9, Note FE, S8+.
Does it fit the Galaxy Note 9?
No. The Note 9 looks similar but has a different internal layout. This part is for the Galaxy Note 8 only.
How do I know the earpiece is faulty?
Make a call. If the other person is hard to hear at your ear but clear on speakerphone, and the grille is clean, the earpiece speaker is the likely fault.
Is it made by Samsung?
No. It is a brand new, OEM-quality earpiece speaker made to fit the Samsung Galaxy Note 8, and it is tested before dispatch.
Should I fit it myself?
We recommend professional installation. The Note 8 back cover is glued on and needs heat to remove, and the battery must be disconnected first.
How quickly will it arrive?
Orders placed before 4pm on a working day are dispatched the same day from Manchester by Royal Mail Tracked. Delivery is free on UK orders over £5. You can also collect from our shop at 33 Moulton Street, Manchester M8 8FQ.
Prepared by the Supreme Phone Parts team, Manchester. Last updated September 2026.