Samsung Galaxy S24 Review: Introduction, Specifications, Unboxing

 

 

Samsung Galaxy S24 Review: Introduction, Specifications, Unboxing

Introduction

The highly anticipated Galaxy S24 series has finally been unveiled, following a series of rumors and leaks. As expected, the trio offers a substantial yet incremental upgrade over the previous S23 models. In this review, we'll delve into the details of the smallest member of the next-generation Galaxy phones, the Galaxy S24.

Pricing

• 128GB 8GB RAM: $799.99
• 256GB 8GB RAM: $799.99
• 512GB 8GB RAM: ₹89,999

Samsung Galaxy S24 Review

The Galaxy S24 showcases a refreshed and refined design, featuring flat Victus 2 panels and a flat aluminum frame with a new matte finish. Despite maintaining the same size as the S23, the S24 incorporates LTPO screen panels, allowing for an even larger 6.2-inch display with thinner bezels.

The key upgrades include a 6.2-inch LTPO Dynamic AMOLED 2x display with extended 1080p resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, reaching 2,600 nits of peak brightness—an improvement from the S23's 1,750 nits.

The chipset has been upgraded to the Exynos 2400 in most markets, with a 10-core CPU and a new AMD GPU. The US, Canada, and China receive the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC. Storage options for the global model include 128GB UFS 3.1 and 256GB UFS 4.0, both paired with 8GB RAM. Some countries offer a limited 512GB version.

The camera setup mirrors that of the S23, featuring a 50MP OIS primary sensor, a 10MP 3x telephoto lens, and a 12MP ultrawide lens. A 12MP front camera with autofocus handles selfies.

Battery capacity has been bumped up to 4,000mAh, with consistent charging capabilities of 25W wired, 15W wireless, and 4.5W reverse wireless.

Complete Specs at a Glance

• Body: 147.0x70.6x7.6mm, 167g; Glass front and back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame; IP68 dust/water resistance.
• Display: 6.20" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits (peak), 1080x2340px resolution, 19.5:9 aspect ratio.
• Chipset: Exynos 2400 (International) or Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (USA/Canada/China); Adreno 750 or Xclipse 940 GPU.
• Memory: 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM; UFS 3.1 (128GB) or UFS 4.0.
• OS/Software: Android 14, One UI 6.1.
• Rear Camera: 50MP wide, 10MP telephoto (3x zoom), 12MP ultrawide; Front Camera: 12MP.
• Video Capture: 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, HDR10+.
• Battery: 4000mAh; 25W wired, 15W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless.
• Connectivity: 5G, eSIM, Dual SIM, Wi-Fi 6e, BT 5.3, NFC.
• Misc: Under-display fingerprint reader, stereo speakers, Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX.

The Galaxy S24 base version remains at 128GB, and while it lacks UFS 4.0 and Ultra Wideband, these omissions may not be deal-breakers. The unboxing experience includes a 3A USB-C-C cable and a SIM ejection tool. Notably, the pre-order campaign featured a 25W fast charger and a transparent case, with the 256GB model offered at the price of the 128GB variant for pre-order customers.