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The Ultimate Specs Comparison: Samsung Galaxy S24, S24 Plus and S24 Ultra Vs S23, S23 Plus and S23 Ultra
Samsung has recently dropped sequels to its amazing 2023 flagships. Many of our readers won’t be thinking of upgrading their S23 to the newer models. Meanwhile, it’s a no-brainer checking comparison of what Samsung changed in its new Galaxy S24, S24 Plus and S24 Ultra over their Galaxy S23 predecessors.
Galaxy AI is one of the biggest upgrades that Samsung brought to the new Galaxy S24 lineup. Thanks to the latest processors (Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy and Exynos 2400), the new phones are equipped with On-device AI and generative AI capabilities.
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Coming to the hardware, the S24 series features next-gen OLED panels, bringing energy efficiency and brightness of up to 2600 nits. The brighter the panel, the more joyful content viewing experience will be offered, whether indoors, outdoors, or even in direct sunlight.
Despite bringing notable upgrades, Samsung managed to freeze the prices of its new flagships in many markets. If you’ve already reserved the latest Galaxy, you will be able to grab a free wearable & storage upgrade, early delivery, access to exclusive colors, and enhanced trade-in credit.
First check specs comparison of S24 series models, followed by S23 series.
Galaxy S24 vs S24 Plus vs S24 Ultra
Galaxy S24 | Galaxy S24 Plus | Galaxy S24 Ultra | |
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Display size, resolution, refresh rate | 6.2″ FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display, 120 Hz (1-120 Hz), HDR10+, Always On, Eye Comfort Shield, Vision Booster, 2340 x 1080 pixels | 6.7″ QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display, 120 Hz (1-120 Hz), HDR10+, Always On, Eye Comfort Shield, Vision Booster, 3120 x 1440 pixels | 6.8″ QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display, 120 Hz (1-120 Hz), HDR10+, Always On, Eye Comfort Shield, Vision Booster, 3120 x 1440 pixels |
Display pixel density | 418 ppi | 516 ppi | 505 ppi |
Size (inches) | 2.78 x 5.79 x 0.3 in | 2.99 x 6.24 x 0.3 in | 3.11 x 6.39 x 0.34 in |
Size (millimeters) | 70.6 x 147.0 x 7.6mm | 75.9 x 158.5 x 7.7mm | 79.0 x 162.3 x 8.6mm |
Weight (grams, ounces) | 167 g | 196 g | 232 g |
Operating system | Android 14 | One UI 6.1 | Galaxy AI | Android 14 | One UI 6.1 | Galaxy AI | Android 14 | One UI 6.1 | Galaxy AI |
Rear cameras | Wide-angle lens: 50 MP, F/1.8, dual pixel autofocus, OIS
Telephoto lens: 10 MP, F/2.4, 3x optical magnification, phase detection autofocus, OIS Ultra-wide-angle lens: 12 MP, F/2.2 , 120° field of view |
Wide-angle lens: 50 MP, F/1.8, dual pixel autofocus, OIS
Telephoto lens: 10 MP, F/2.4, 3x optical magnification, phase detection autofocus, OIS Ultra-wide-angle lens: 12 MP, F/2.2 , 120° field of view |
Wide angle lens: 200 MP, F/1.7, Super Quad Pixel autofocus, OIS, Super Clear Lens
Duo telephoto lens:
Ultra wide angle lens: 12 MP, F/2.2, dual pixel autofocus, 120° field of view |
Front camera | 12 MP (F/2.2), dual pixel autofocus | 12 MP (F/2.2), dual pixel autofocus | 12 MP (F/2.2), dual pixel autofocus |
Video capture | 8K | 8K | 8K |
Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy
Exynos 2400 |
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy
Exynos 2400 |
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy |
RAM and storage options | 8GB RAM + 128GB
8GB RAM + 256GB |
12GB + 256GB
12GB + 512GB |
12GB + 256GB
12GB + 512GB 12GB + 1TB |
Battery capacity and charging rate | 4,000 mAh (25W wired charging) | 4,900 mAh (45W wired charging) | 5,000 mAh (45W wired charging) |
Charging port | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C |
Other features | 5G (mmw/Sub6), IP68 rating, wireless PowerShare to charge other devices | 5G (mmw/Sub6), IP68 rating, wireless PowerShare to charge other devices, UWB for finding other devices | 5G (mmw/Sub6), IP68 rating, wireless PowerShare to charge other devices, integrated S Pen, 100x Space Zoom, 3x/5x Optical (10x Optical-quality) Zoom, UWB for finding other devices |
US price | $799.99 | $999.99 | $1,299.99 |
Buying Guide | T-Mobile | Verizon | T-Mobile | Verizon | T-Mobile | Verizon |
Galaxy S23 vs S23 Plus vs S23 Ultra
Galaxy S23 | Galaxy S23 Plus | Galaxy S23 Ultra | |
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Display size, resolution, refresh rate | 6.1-inch AMOLED; 2,340×1,080 pixels; 120Hz | 6.6-inch AMOLED; 2,340×1,080 pixels; 120Hz | 6.8-inch AMOLED; 3,088×1,440 pixels; 120Hz |
Display pixel density | 425 ppi | 393 ppi | 500 ppi |
Size (inches) | 2.79 x 5.76 x 0.3 in | 3 x 6.21 x 0.3 in | 3.07 x 6.43 x 0.35 in |
Size (millimeters) | 70.9 x 146.3 x 7.6 mm | 76.2 x 157.7 x 7.6 mm | 78 x 163.3 x 8.9 mm |
Weight (grams, ounces) | 168 g (5.93 oz) | 196 g (6.91 oz) | 234 g (8.25 oz) |
Operating system | Android 13 | Android 13 | Android 13 |
Rear cameras | 50-megapixel (wide), 12-megapixel (ultrawide), 10-megapixel (telephoto) | 50-megapixel (wide), 12-megapixel (ultrawide), 10-megapixel (telephoto) | 200-megapixel (wide), 12-megapixel (ultrawide) 10-megapixel (telephoto) 10-megapixel (telephoto) |
Front camera | 12-megapixel | 12-megapixel | 12-megapixel |
Video capture | 8K | 8K | 8K |
Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy |
RAM and storage options | 8GB RAM + 128GB; 8GB RAM + 256GB | 8GB + 256GB; 8GB + 512GB | 8GB + 256GB; 12GB + 256GB; 12GB + 512GB; 12GB + 1TB |
Battery capacity and charging rate | 3,900 mAh (25W wired charging) | 4,700 mAh (45W wired charging) | 5,000 mAh (45W wired charging) |
Charging port | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C |
Other features | 5G (mmw/Sub6), IP68 rating, wireless PowerShare to charge other devices | 5G (mmw/Sub6), IP68 rating, wireless PowerShare to charge other devices, UWB for finding other devices | 5G (mmw/Sub6), IP68 rating, wireless PowerShare to charge other devices, integrated S Pen, 100x Space Zoom, 10x Optical Zoom, UWB for finding other devices |
US price | $800 (8GB/128GB) | $1,000 (8GB/256GB) | $1,200 (12GB/256GB) |
Further reading:
Samsung Introduces Galaxy S24 5G: The Next Chapter in Smartphone Evolution [Galaxy AI]
Samsung Unveils Galaxy S24 Plus 5G: Amplify Every Moment w/ Supercharged Smartphone [Galaxy AI]
Samsung Launches Galaxy S24 Ultra 5G: Pro Camera, Pro Performance, Pro Possibilities [Galaxy AI]