Samsung Galaxy S24+ review

1. Introduction, specs, unboxing 

Samsung Android

Pricing

 

256GB 12GB RAM	$ 999.99	$ 999.99
512GB 12GB RAM	$ 999.99	$ 999.99

 

The Galaxy S Plus may not be the most widely embraced device among the Galaxy S trio, but it certainly has its dedicated fan base. It appeals to users seeking a larger Galaxy S screen without the need to pay extra for Ultra features they might not utilize. Today, we're getting acquainted with the Galaxy S24+, marking its triumphant return to prominence with a Quad HD display!

Undoubtedly, this marks the most significant change since the Galaxy S21 series! The Galaxy S24+ reintroduces the 1440p OLED display last seen on the Galaxy S20+ in 2020. The display is nothing short of premium - a 6.7-inch LTPO Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen boasting 513ppi, a dynamic refresh rate of 120Hz, HDR10+, and an impressive peak brightness of up to 2,600 nits.

A quick note: Our review focuses on the Exynos model of the Galaxy S24+.

The revamped design takes the spotlight as the next notable upgrade - the aluminum frame is now sturdier, flatter, and entirely matte! This alteration gives the Galaxy S24+ a fresh appearance and a renewed tactile feel.

Similar to the Galaxy S24, the hardware of the S24+ varies depending on the market. The global models feature the Exynos 2400 chip with a 10-core CPU and new AMD graphics, while the models in the US, Canada, and China run on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. The S24+ is offered in 256GB and 512GB variants, both equipped with UFS 4.0 chips and 12GB of RAM.

 

 

 

Left: Galaxy S24+ • Right: Galaxy S24

The camera setup mirrors that of the Galaxy S24, S23+, and S23, featuring three rear cameras - a 50MP OIS primary, a 10MP 3x telephoto, and a 12MP ultrawide. The front camera is a 12MP shooter with autofocus and 4K recording capabilities.

Additional specs for the Galaxy S24+ include Ultra Wideband (UWB) support and a larger 4,900mAh battery with 45W wired and 15W wireless charging.

Key specifications for the Samsung Galaxy S24+:

· Body: 158.5x75.9x7.7mm, 196g; Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame; IP68 dust/water-resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), Armor aluminum 2 frame with enhanced drop and scratch resistance (advertised).

· Display: 6.70" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits (peak), 1440x3120px resolution, 19.5:9 aspect ratio, 513ppi; Always-on display.

· Chipset: Qualcomm SM8650-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) - USA/Canada/China, Exynos 2400 (4 nm) - International: 8-core (1x3.39GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.1GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.9GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.2GHz Cortex-A520), 10-core (1x3.2GHz Cortex-X4 & 2x2.9GHz Cortex-A720 & 3x2.6GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.95GHz Cortex-A520); Adreno 750 (1 GHz) - USA/Canada/China, Xclipse 940 - International.

· Memory: 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM; UFS 4.0.

· OS/Software: Android 14, One UI 6.1.

· Rear camera: Wide (main): 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm, 1/1.56", 1.0µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS; Telephoto: 10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm, 1/3.94", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom; Ultra wide angle: 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120-degree, 1/2.55" 1.4µm, Super Steady video.

· Front camera: 12 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), Dual Pixel PDAF.

· Video capture: Rear camera: 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 1080p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS; Front camera: 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps.

· Battery: 4900mAh; 45W wired, PD3.0, 65% in 30 min (advertised), 15W wireless (Qi/PMA), 4.5W reverse wireless.

· Connectivity: 5G; eSIM; Dual SIM; Wi-Fi 6e; BT 5.3; NFC.

· Misc: Fingerprint reader (under display, ultrasonic); stereo speakers; Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support), Ultra Wideband (UWB) support.

The Galaxy S24+ appears to have it all. Perhaps a more robust zoom camera would have been ideal, or one with higher resolution to enable lossless/hybrid zoom. However, we anticipate such incremental updates might be reserved for the Galaxy S25 next year.

Unboxing the Samsung Galaxy S24+

The Galaxy S24+ comes packaged in a slim black box, including a USB-C cable and a SIM ejection tool. For those who pre-ordered, additional items may include a 25W power adapter, a 15W charger pad, and a clear case, though these extras may vary by market.

 

 

The cable provided in the packaging of the Galaxy S24 series retail boxes is officially designated with a rating of 3A or up to 25W. Consequently, if you happen to purchase a 45W charger or a similar high-capacity charger that lacks a suitable cable, you will have to acquire a compatible cable separately to fully experience charging speeds exceeding 25W.