Samsung Galaxy S24 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy S24 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 61/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 1,820,628).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S24
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24 better?
- Overall rating 61/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 1820628
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 6826
- Lighter: 162g vs 167g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 78/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S24 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 13 points higher (74/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S24 — 36/100, 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 78/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 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, both devices are on the same level — 31/100. In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S24 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2400 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1820628 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2115 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6826 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 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 | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.0 | 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 | 167 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $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
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 35.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 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, both devices are on the same level — 31/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S24 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S24 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, 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 78/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S24 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.