Samsung Galaxy S24 FE vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400e, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $649 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 67/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4700); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 1,849,346); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24 FE better?
- Cheaper at launch: $649 vs $999
- Better camera (67/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 1849346
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 5500
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Lighter: 190g vs 213g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 3 points higher (70/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE leads (67/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S24 FE — 48/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (67/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE (72/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S24 FE | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2400e | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1849346 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5500 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / One UI 6.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.3×8.0 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $649 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S24 FE and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Samsung Galaxy S24 FE by 41.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $350. Samsung Galaxy S24 FE was $350 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (67/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE (72/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ edges out the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE leads on camera score (67/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.