Samsung Galaxy S24 Preview: All we know days before the launch،
Presentation of the Samsung Galaxy S24
“Compact” is a relative term here: at 6.2 inches, the Galaxy S24 is nowhere near as small as mini phones of the recent past, but in 2024, when most phones come with giant screens larger than 6.7 inches, it does the job.
What's new on the Galaxy S24
- Advanced design with flat sides
- Thinner screen borders, uniform bezel
- Compact 6.2-inch size (but slightly larger 6.1-inch S23)
- Fast Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor (in most markets)
- But still 8 GB of RAM
- New “Galaxy AI” features
- Same triple-camera hardware, but new camera processing
- Slightly larger battery, 4000 mAh
- Charging speeds unchanged
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Galaxy S24 specifications
Same price, lots of little refinements
Specifications | Galaxy S24 |
---|---|
Height and weight | Unknown But slightly larger than the S23 |
Display | 6.17-inch OLED screen 120Hz Maximum brightness of 2,600 nits |
Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in most markets |
Software | Samsung One UI 6.1 on Android 14 |
Cameras | 50MP main 10MP 3X Zoom 12MP ultra-wide 12MP front |
Battery size | 4000mAh |
Charging Speeds | 25W per cable 15W wireless |
Prices | 8/128 GB for $800 8/256 GB for $900 |
Galaxy S24 design and colors
Flat sides for an iPhone-inspired design style
Thanks to numerous leaks, the Galaxy S24 the design isn't really a secret.
First of all, it's slightly larger at 6.2 inches, but still very compact. The sides of the phone now appear completely flat, much like recent Apple iPhones. We find that phones with flat sides are easier to grip on a table, so most will probably appreciate this new style.
On the front, the bezels around the screen could become smaller for a more modern look, and we could also have a uniform bezel.
The rest should be the same as before: IP68 rating, USB-C port on the bottom, and power and volume keys on the right side.
- Marbled gray
- Cobalt Violet
- Black Onyx
- Amber Yellow
Galaxy S24 screen
Leaks say that Galaxy S24 gets a slightly larger 6.17-inch screen, and it might have the same 1-120Hz refresh rate that you previously got only on the expensive Ultra model.
New here is the ability to go down to 1Hz for static content, which also means the phone can be more efficient in terms of power consumption.
We are also expected to have thinner bezels around the screen and higher brightness for easier outdoor use.
The resolution shouldn't change at 1080p, but we don't really mind as it's sharp enough for the vast majority of people.
We'll run our display lab tests and give you a detailed analysis of the S24's screen quality soon.
As for biometrics, you have an ultrasonic fingerprint reader integrated into the screen, unchanged from the last generations, and you also benefit from facial recognition based on 2D images.
Galaxy S24 camera
Zoom and edit super powers thanks to AI
The leaks also indicate that Samsung will use the same main camera sensor for the third year in a row, and there will be no changes to the ultra-wide and 3X zoom camera hardware either.
But don't rush to blame Samsung for laziness.
Rumors have it that Samsung might finally bring new color science to images, so they no longer look too saturated, and Samsung itself has released some teasers for a set of new “Galaxy AI” camera features which will give the S24 “Magic Editor” photos and videos. powers. We also expect to see sharper recordings in low-light conditions and a few other camera improvements.
In another “Zoom with Galaxy AI” demo, Samsung shows how you can also get cleaner zoomed photos.
We'll update this section with many more details as it's revealed, so stay tuned.
Galaxy S24 performance and benchmarks
First phone to take AI seriously
THE Galaxy S24 will work on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 generation 3 chip in most markets, but not all. Some countries are expected to receive a different version, based on a Samsung Exynos chip, and these chips – while flagship quality – are traditionally not as powerful. In the US, UK, and Western Europe, you'll likely get the Snapdragon version.
Think ChatGPT-like features all around the Samsung interface and camera experience. We won't know the full extent of this in the coming days yet, so stay tuned for the exciting details here.
In pure specifications, the Galaxy S24 should carry 8 GB of RAM, less than the 12 GB planned for larger models. Less RAM means background apps will have to reload more often and multitasking might not be as smooth for power users, but we'll have to test this to see if it makes a real difference.
Just like last year, we expect to see a base 8/128GB configuration and a second 8/256GB option.
Galaxy S24 Software
This is the same software we've seen hit the market recently. Galaxy S23 series, but we still don't know if all the new Galaxy AI features will be exclusive to the new S24 series, or if they will come to older models.
Samsung has already shown a few demos of the Galaxy AI, and in one of them we saw how to take an ice cream cone and easily enlarge it in the Gallery app, so photo editing will get a big boost inch on the S24.
Galaxy S24 battery
Slightly bigger battery, but no change in charging speeds
Combine that with a more economical chip, a more economical screen thanks to the new 1Hz refresh rate and all the possible AI improvements, and we could get some decent battery gains. Of course, remember that this is a compact phone after all and expectations can't be very high.
We are not as optimistic about the evolution of charging speeds. For years, Galaxy phones have used 25W charging via wire and wireless charging speeds around 15W, and that's exactly what we've come to expect again on this S24.
Galaxy S24 audio and haptic quality
Galaxy S24 competitors
Here's briefly how these two phones compare to the new Galaxy S24:
Galaxy S24 rivals | Benefits (on Galaxy S24) |
Disadvantages (against Galaxy S24) |
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Google Pixel 8 (MSRP $700) |
More affordable 7 years of software updates Larger battery size |
Slower processor Lack of zoom camera |
Apple iPhone 15 Pro (MSRP $1,000) |
Larger iOS ecosystem (Mac, Apple Watch, Airdpods, etc.) Runs iOS (with its pros and cons) Smoother gesture navigation |
Costs more Runs iOS No built-in AI functionality yet |
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Galaxy S24 Summary and Final Verdict
In conclusion, circle the date January 17, 2024 on your calendars.
Should we wait for Galaxy S24? The answer is obvious: yes! There are only a few days left until the phone is revealed, and we're also expecting some exciting trade-in offers at launch, so be patient and your patience might just be rewarded.
And of course, get ready to order one now if you want to be among the first to use it.