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While not as popular as other models in the Galaxy S lineup, the Galaxy S Plus has its own dedicated fan base. It appeals to those looking for a larger Galaxy S screen without having to pay extra for features they might not use. Today, we are taking a look at the Galaxy S24+, which marks a return to its former glory with a Quad HD display!
The most significant change since the Galaxy S21 series is the return of the 1440p OLED display, last seen on the Galaxy S20+ in 2020. This premium panel features a 6.7-inch LTPO Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen with 513ppi, 120Hz dynamic refresh rate, HDR10+, and up to 2,600 nits of peak brightness.
Worth noting, our review is based on the Exynos model of the device.
The redesigned aluminum frame is sturdier, flatter, and has a matte finish, giving the Galaxy S24+ a fresh and modern look.
Depending on the market, the hardware of the Galaxy S24+ varies. Global models feature the Exynos 2400 chip with a 10-core CPU and new AMD graphics, while the US, Canadian, and Chinese models are equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. The S24+ is available in 256GB and 512GB variants, both with UFS 4.0 chips and 12GB of RAM.
The camera system is equivalent to that of the Galaxy S24, S23+, and S23. It includes 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 capturing capabilities.
Additional features of the Galaxy S24+ include Ultra Wideband (UWB) support and a larger 4,900mAh battery with 45W wired and 15W wireless charging.
Samsung Galaxy S24+ specs at a glance:
- Design: 158.5×75.9×7.7mm, 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 tougher 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 (1×3.39GHz Cortex-X4 & 3×3.1GHz Cortex-A720 & 2×2.9GHz Cortex-A720 & 2×2.2GHz Cortex-A520), 10-core (1×3.2GHz Cortex-X4 & 2×2.9GHz Cortex-A720 & 3×2.6GHz Cortex-A720 & 4×1.95GHz 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+ is a well-rounded device. Perhaps it could use an improved zoom camera, or at least one with higher resolution to allow for lossless/hybrid zoom. But we suspect this minor upgrade will be saved for the Galaxy S25 next year.
Unboxing the Samsung Galaxy S24+
The Galaxy S24+ comes in a slim black box with a USB-C cable and a SIM ejection tool.
Pre-order customers also receive a 25W power adapter, a 15W charger pad, and a clear case. However, the availability of these extras may vary by market.
The USB-C cable included in the Galaxy S24 series’ retail packaging is officially rated at 3A or up to 25W. This means that if you purchase a 45W charger or a similar one without a compatible cable, you will need to find one in order to take advantage of faster charging speeds.
