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Samsung
Galaxy S24+
- 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
- 196 g
- 4900 mAh
Physical specifications
6.7"
Display size
196 g
Weight
158.5 mm
Height
75.9 mm
Width
7.7 mm
Thickness
19:9
Aspect ratio
Release and pricing
- Announced
- January 17, 2024
- Released
- January 31, 2024
Display
- Display size
- 6.7"
- Display technology
- Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution
- 3120 × 1440
- Refresh rate
- 120 Hz
Performance
- Chipset
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
- RAM
- 12 GB
- Storage
- 256 GB, 512 GB
Battery & charging
- Typical capacity
- 4900 mAh
- Rated capacity
- 4755 mAh
- Wired charging
- 45 W
- Charging standard
- PD
Cameras
- Rear cameras
- Ultra-wide · 12 MP · ƒ/2.2; Wide · 50 MP · ƒ/1.8 · OIS; Telephoto · 10 MP · ƒ/2.4 · 3x
- Front cameras
- Selfie · 12 MP · ƒ/2.2
Build & durability
- Ingress protection
- IP68
Connectivity
- Cellular
- 5G, LTE
- Wi‑Fi
- Wi-Fi 6E
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.3
- eSIM
- Yes
Sizometry Analysis
Overall Score
8.0
out of 10
A well-balanced flagship whose standout 4,900mAh battery and roomy AMOLED display consistently earn it praise as the best value in the S24 lineup, held back mainly by camera hardware that has not changed in three generations.
Category scores
Camera
7.0
Dependable daylight photos from familiar S23+ hardware, with low light increasingly trailing newer AI-imaging rivals.
Battery and charging
9.0
The 4,900mAh cell is the standout feature of the lineup, routinely delivering a comfortable day and a half for moderate users.
Performance
8.5
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 with extra thermal headroom from the larger chassis keeps performance steady even in longer sessions.
Handling and portability
7.5
196g and 158.5mm height are noticeably larger than the base S24 but remain more manageable than the Ultra.
Build quality
8.0
Armor Aluminum, Gorilla Glass Victus 2, and IP68 give fully flagship-grade construction below Ultra pricing.
Value
8.5
Widely cited as the best-balanced value in the S24 family for buyers who do not need Ultra-specific features.
Strengths
- Standout 4,900mAh battery that comfortably outlasts the base S24
- Roomy 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display without Ultra bulk or pricing
- 45W charging reaches meaningful percentages quickly despite no included charger
- Fully flagship-grade Armor Aluminum and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 build
Weaknesses
- Camera hardware unchanged for a third consecutive generation
- Low-light photos trail newer AI-imaging-focused rivals
- No S Pen or long telephoto reach, unlike the Ultra
- 196g and taller body need two hands for top-of-screen reach
Best for
- Buyers prioritizing the biggest reliable battery in the S24 lineup
- Owners who want a large AMOLED display without Ultra size or price
- Users upgrading from older Plus-sized Android phones
- Shoppers seeking the best overall value across the S24 family
Less suitable for
- Buyers who specifically want S Pen support or long telephoto zoom
- Photography enthusiasts expecting camera hardware gains over the S23+
- Users who need the most compact one-handed flagship available
- Owners hoping for a meaningful generational leap from the S23+
Upgrade recommendation
Current device: Galaxy S21+, S22+, or older Plus-sized Android phones
Recommendation: Strongly recommendedNotes: Combined battery, display, and performance gains represent a clear multi-generation improvement.
Current device: Galaxy S23+
Recommendation: Probably unnecessaryNotes: Camera hardware and footprint carry over almost unchanged; the step mainly helps with charging speed and efficiency.
Current device: Buyers wanting S Pen support or maximum zoom
Recommendation: Worth consideringNotes: The Galaxy S24 Ultra better serves those specific needs than the Plus, which omits both features.
Current device: Base Galaxy S24 shoppers weighing battery anxiety
Recommendation: Depends on prioritiesNotes: The Plus trades a larger footprint for meaningfully more battery headroom and screen size.
Everyday usability
Estimated from device dimensions and weight.
One-handed use
ManageableOne-handed use is workable, with some stretch for top-of-screen reach.
Pocket friendliness
GoodGenerally pocket-friendly for everyday carry.
Carry comfort
BalancedWeight sits in a balanced range for everyday holding and carrying.
Reading and media
Adequate for everyday browsing, messages, and short video.
Gaming
High-endIts processor and graphics hardware are suited to demanding games and higher visual settings.
Bottom line
The Galaxy S24+ earns its reputation as the most balanced phone in the S24 lineup by pairing genuinely strong battery life with a roomy display and fully flagship-grade construction, all without Ultra-level pricing. Its clearest trade-off is camera hardware that has not meaningfully changed in three generations, with low light increasingly showing its age against newer rivals. Buyers who value battery confidence and screen size over camera innovation or S Pen support get the clearest benefit from choosing it over the base S24 or the Ultra.
Models and configurations
- Storage
- 256 GB512 GB
- Connectivity
- 5GLTE
- RAM
- 12 GB
- SIM configuration
- eSIM
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