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Samsung Galaxy S24 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
Comparison between Samsung Galaxy S24, Samsung Galaxy S25 and Samsung Galaxy S26: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Samsung.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is the choice for maximum performance, connectivity, and endurance; the Galaxy S24 fits buyers who put camera capability and storage first. The S25 sits between them: it shares 512 GB with the S24 and reaches 3,135,223 in AnTuTu, versus 1,935,000 for the S24 and 3,064,672 for the S26.
The S26 leads performance with 3,445 Geekbench 6 Single-Core points and 11,611 Multi-Core points, compared with 3,175 and 10,050 for the S25 and 2,193 and 6,920 for the S24. It also has 4,300 mAh and 51 hours per cycle, versus 4,000 mAh and 41 hours for the S24 and 4,000 mAh and 37 hours for the S25. The trade-off is 256 GB of maximum storage, while the other two reach 512 GB.
The S24 keeps the camera edge: it records 8K at 24 and 30 fps, 4K at 30 and 60 fps, and 1080p up to 240 fps, while the S26 lists 8K at 30 fps. All three share a 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X display and 2,600 nits; the S25 and S26 are thinner at 7.2 mm versus 7.6 mm for the S24. The S26 adds seven years of updates instead of four, along with Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4.
Samsung Galaxy S24
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is the better buy for camera versatility and 512 GB of storage.
Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is the better buy for maximum performance and endurance, with 3,445 Geekbench points and 51 hours per cycle.
The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | Galaxy S24 | Galaxy S25 | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 8.9 | 9.0 | 8.9 |
| Performance & hardware | 8.0 | 9.0 | 9.2 |
| Camera | 8.2 | 7.8 | 7.8 |
| Connectivity | 8.4 | 8.8 | 9.0 |
| Battery & charging | 5.8 | 6.4 | 6.9 |
Which one is for you?
Samsung Galaxy S24, if you care about…
- Microphone Count
- 3
- against 2 · 2
Samsung Galaxy S26, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 4,300 mAh
- against 4,000 mAh · 4,000 mAh
- Geekbench 6 Single-Core
- 3,445
- against 2,193 · 3,175
- Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
- 11,611
- against 6,920 · 10,050
- 3DMark Wild Life Extreme
- 7,230
- against 4,183 · 6,755
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Galaxy S24 | Galaxy S25 | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Samsung Exynos 2400 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2600 |
| Processor Process Size | 4 nm | 3 nm | 2 nm Best value |
| Graphics GPU | Xclipse 940 | Qualcomm Adreno 830 | Xclipse 960 |
| Storage Type | UFS 4.0 | UFS 4.0 | UFS 4.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 3.39 GHz | 4.47 GHz | 4.6 GHz Best value |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 512 GB Best value | 512 GB Best value | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 1,935,000 | 3,135,223 Best value | 3,064,672 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 2,193 | 3,175 | 3,445 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 6,920 | 10,050 | 11,611 Best value |
| CPU Description | Octa-core Snapdragon configuration or deca-core Exynos configuration, depending on region. | Octa-core CPU with 2x4.47 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L and 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M. | 2x4.6 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.62 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M |
| Processor Type | Deca-Core | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 12 GB | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
| AnTuTu version | v11 | v11 | v11 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | 4,183 | 6,755 | 7,230 Best value |
Design
| Specification | Galaxy S24 | Galaxy S25 | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Grey, Purple, Yellow, Green, Orange, Cyan, Blue | Black, Blue, Green, Silver, Gold, Pink, Red, Coral, Grey | Black, White, Gold, Grey, Purple, Cyan, Pink |
| Body Thickness | 7.6 mm | 7.2 mm Best value | 7.2 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 70.6 mm | 70.5 mm | 71.7 mm |
| Body Height | 147 mm | 146.9 mm | 149.6 mm |
| Weight | 167 g | 162 g Best value | 167 g |
| Usable Surface | 90.9 % | 91.1 % Best value | 90 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Aluminium Alloy | Glass, Aluminium Alloy | Glass, Aluminium Alloy |
| Resistance Features | IP68 | IP68 | IP68 |
| Waterproof Depth | 1.5 m | 1.5 m | 1.5 m |
| Drop Resistance Class | A | A | A |
| Repairability Class | C | C | A Best value |
| Drop Test Count | 270 | 270 | 270 |
Battery
| Specification | Galaxy S24 | Galaxy S25 | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | A Best value | B | A Best value |
| Battery Capacity | 4,000 mAh | 4,000 mAh | 4,300 mAh Best value |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| Fast Charge Power | 25 W | 25 W | 25 W |
| Battery Features | Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging, Bypass Charging, Battery Level Indicator | Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging, Bypass Charging, Battery Level Indicator | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging, Bypass Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator |
| Battery Endurance | 41 h | 37 h | 51 h Best value |
| Wireless charging power | 15 W | 15 W | 15 W |
| Charge cycles | 2,000 Best value | 2,000 Best value | 1,200 |
| Reverse wireless charging power | 4.5 W | 4.5 W | 4.5 W |
Display
| Specification | Galaxy S24 | Galaxy S25 | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Display Technology | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Peak Display Brightness | 2,600 nits | 2,600 nits | 2,600 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.2″ | 6.2″ | 6.3″ Best value |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,080 px | 1,080 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,340 px | 2,340 px | 2,340 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 416 ppi Best value | 416 ppi Best value | 411 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 5,000,000 :1 | — | — |
| Display Features | Gorilla Glass Victus 2, HDR10, HDR10+, Always-On Display, Variable Refresh Rate, LTPO, DC Dimming, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Hole-Punch Notch, Frameless, DCI-P3 | Gorilla Glass Victus 2, Mohs Level 5, HDR10, HDR10+, Always-On Display, LTPO, Hole-Punch Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Scratch Resistant, Frameless, DCI-P3, 120Hz | Hole-Punch Notch, Gorilla Glass Victus 2, HDR10, HDR10+, Always-On Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, LTPO, DC Dimming, Scratch Resistant, Frameless, One Billion Colors, DCI-P3 |
Sensors
| Specification | Galaxy S24 | Galaxy S25 | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Under Display | Under Display | Under Display |
Sensor
| Specification | Galaxy S24 | Galaxy S25 | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Ultrasonic Proximity Sensor | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Cooling System, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor | Cooling System, Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Barometer, Compass |
Software
| Specification | Galaxy S24 | Galaxy S25 | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 14 | Android 15 | — |
| OS Family | Android | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 14 | 15 | 16 Best value |
| OS Update Support | 4 years | 4 years | 7 years Best value |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | Yes | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Galaxy S24 | Galaxy S25 | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM, Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM, Dual eSIM | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n75, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n75, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 1900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n75, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G | 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g Best value | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) Best value |
| Wi-Fi Features | Tri-Band, Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO | Tri-Band, Dual Band, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO | Wi-Fi Password Sharing |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.4 Best value | Bluetooth 5.4 Best value |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE, EDR, HID | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS Best value | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS Best value | GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo |
| Connectivity Features | Samsung DeX, NFC, USB Type-C, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host, USB Host 3.2, USB OTG, eSIM, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, VoWiFi | Samsung DeX, NFC, USB Type-C, USB OTG, USB Mass Storage, USB Host, USB Host 3.2, DisplayPort output, eSIM, VoLTE, VoWiFi, Tethering, OTA Sync, Computer Sync, USB Charging, ANT+ | Computer Sync, eSIM, NFC, OTA Sync, Satellite Connectivity, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 3.2, USB OTG, USB Type-C, USB 3.2, ANT+ |
| USB Version | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 |
| SAR American Head | 1.23 W/kg | 1.13 W/kg Best value | 1.19 W/kg |
| SAR American Body | 1.1 W/kg | 0.92 W/kg Best value | 1.2 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) head | 0.87 W/kg Best value | 1.29 W/kg | 1.21 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) body | 1.35 W/kg | 1.36 W/kg | 1.1 W/kg Best value |
| Max. download speed | 9,640 Mbps | 10,000 Mbps | 14,790 Mbps Best value |
| Max. upload speed | 2,550 Mbps | 3,500 Mbps | 4,900 Mbps Best value |
Audio
| Specification | Galaxy S24 | Galaxy S25 | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 3 Best value | 2 | 2 |
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, A2DP, LE, HID, EDR | Stereo Speakers, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, A2DP, LE, Hi-Res Audio | Hi-Res Audio, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE |
Technical
| Specification | Galaxy S24 | Galaxy S25 | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Launch price | 909 € | 909 € | — |
| Model numbers | SM-S921B, SM-S921B/DS, SM-S921U, SM-S921U1, SM-S921W, SM-S921N, SM-S9210, SM-S921E, SM-S921E/DS | SM-S931B, SM-S931B/DS, SM-S931U, SM-S931U1, SM-S931W, SM-S931N, SM-S9310, SM-S931E, SM-S931E/DS | SM-S942B, SM-S942B/DS, SM-S942U, SM-S942U1, SM-S942W, SM-S942N, SM-S9420, SM-S942E, SM-S942E/DS |
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