Samsung Galaxy S24+ vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy S24+ (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $999 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 66/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S24+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 2,271,270); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S24+
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24+ better?
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 2271270
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 6511
- Lighter: 162g vs 196g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S24+ vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 8 points higher (74/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24+ leads (54/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S24+ — 42/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24+ (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (54/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24+ (89/100 vs 65/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S24+ | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2271270 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / One UI 6.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.5×75.9×7.7 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S24+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S24+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S24+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S24+ and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Samsung Galaxy S24+ by 19.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Samsung Galaxy S26 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24+ (77/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (54/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24+ (89/100 vs 65/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S24+ or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S24+ by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S24+ and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S24+ has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S24+ or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S24+ or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S24+ over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S24+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.