SamsungReleased 2024
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
A entry-level smartphone for everyday users and creators, leading with 6.8 in.
48/100
6.8 inSnapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy120 Hz12 GB5000 mAhIP68
£504best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- 5G
- Wi-Fi 7
- eSIM
- Above-average pixel density
- Below-average refresh rate
Score profile
Scored against the smartphones classWhere the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Screen size6.8 "
Resolution3120
Pixel density505 ppi
Refresh rate120 Hz
Peak brightness2600 nits
Design and build
Weight233 g
IP ratingIP68
Performance
ChipsetSnapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy
Process4 nm
Memory and storage
RAM12 GB
Base storage256 GB
Max storage1024 GB
ExpandableNo
Camera
Main camera200 MP
Ultrawide12 MP
Telephoto50 MP
Optical zoom5 x
Max video8
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Wired charging45 W
Wireless charging15 W
Connectivity
5GYes
Wi-Fi 6ENo
Wi-Fi 7Yes
eSIMYes
Dual SIMYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowSamsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Apple Apple iPhone 17 Pro 256GB
Samsung Galaxy S24 UltraApple iPhone 17 Pro 256GB
| SamsungSamsung Galaxy S24 UltraThis page | AppleApple iPhone 17 Pro 256GB | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 48 /100 | 49 /100Better |
| Size | 6.8 " | 6.3 " |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy | Apple A19 Pro |
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | — |
Who it's for
Is the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable smartphone for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier smartphone is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 48/100 against other smartphones, a entry-level result where the class average is around 48.
What stands out on the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
Its 5g stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Xiaomi 15T Pro?
The Xiaomi 15T Pro scores 49/100 versus this one at 48/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
