Samsung Galaxy S24
$390Starting price · USFlagship2024
9.5
Overall Score
vs peers
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build, and value — see the full breakdown below.
6.2"
Display
50MP
Camera
4,000
mAh
12GB
Max RAM
25W
Charging
167g
Weight
Why This Phone
FlagshipThe Samsung Galaxy S24 is a flagship device that, at the verified price of $280, represents an unprecedented value proposition. It features top-tier silicon, a class-leading display, and a robust camera system with OIS and optical zoom. While the battery capacity and charging speeds are modest by modern standards, the overall hardware quality and software longevity make it highly competitive. Popularity is estimated as very high due to the brand's market dominance and the extreme value offered by this specific price point.
Hardware Quality by Category
The hero score above is the average of these six components.
Camera8.8
Performance9.8
Battery7.5
Display9.5
Build9.2
Value10.0
Strengths
Top-tier Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance
Exceptional 2600-nit LTPO AMOLED display
Industry-leading 7-year software update commitment
Premium build with Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and IP68 rating
Incredible value at the verified $280 price point
Weaknesses
Modest 25W wired charging speed
Small 4000 mAh battery capacity
Lack of expandable storage
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