Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra First Look & S24 Series Comparison

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

Get ready for the official unveiling of the much-anticipated Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra First Look! Confirming earlier rumors, the S24 series introduces significant hardware upgrades, but the real game-changer is the incorporation of revolutionary AI capabilities. Following in the footsteps of Google’s Pixel 7 and Pixel 8 lineups, the Galaxy S24 family takes a giant leap forward in intelligence with Galaxy AI, promising enhancements across every facet of these cutting-edge handsets. Let’s dive into the exciting details of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra’s first look, where innovation meets unparalleled performance.

Samsung galaxy S24 Ultra First look & Specs

samsung galaxy s24 ultra first look

Design and Build:

  • Dimensions: 79.0 x 162.3 x 8.6mm, 233g
  • Body: Glass front (Gorilla Glass Armor), glass back (Gorilla Glass Armor), titanium frame
  • Resistance: IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
  • Stylus: Bluetooth integration, accelerometer, gyro

Display:

  • Type: 6.80″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+
  • Brightness: 2600 nits (peak)
  • Resolution: 1440x3088px
  • Aspect Ratio: 19.3:9
  • Pixel Density: 501ppi
  • Features: Always-on display

Performance:

  • Chipset: Qualcomm SM8650-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
  • CPU: Octa-core (1×3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 5×3.2 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2×2.3 GHz Cortex-A520)
  • GPU: Adreno 750 (1 GHz)

Storage and Memory:

  • Options: 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM
  • Type: UFS 4.0

Operating System:

  • Android Version: Android 14, One UI 6.1

Camera:

  • Rear Cameras:
    • Main: 200 MP, f/1.7
    • Telephoto: 50 MP, f/3.4, 5x optical zoom
    • Telephoto: 10 MP, f/2.4, 3x optical zoom
    • Ultra Wide: 12 MP, f/2.2, 120˚
  • Front Camera: 12 MP, f/2.2

Video Capture:

  • Rear Camera: 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 1080p@960fps, HDR10+, gyro-EIS
  • Front Camera: 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps

Battery:

  • Capacity: 5000mAh
  • Wired Charging: 45W, PD3.0, 65% in 30 min (advertised)
  • Wireless Charging: 15W (Qi/PMA)
  • Reverse Wireless Charging: 4.5W

Connectivity:

  • 5G, eSIM, Dual SIM
  • Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 7
  • Bluetooth: BT 5.3
  • NFC: Yes

Additional Features:

  • Fingerprint Reader: Under display, ultrasonic
  • Audio: Stereo speakers
  • Samsung Features: Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support), Ultra Wideband (UWB) support

Upgrades and Notable Features:

  • Brighter display
  • More powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip for all markets
  • Replaced the older 10MP 10x telephoto camera with a 50MP 5x zoom unit, promising lossless-like magnification even at 10x. Other cameras remain unchanged.

The S24 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra receives significant enhancements, including an improved, brighter display, an upgraded Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip for all markets, and a replacement of the previous 10MP 10x telephoto camera with a state-of-the-art 50MP 5x zoom unit. This cutting-edge technology promises lossless-like magnification even at 10x, while the other cameras maintain their existing specifications.

Samsung S24+ Specs

samsung galaxy s24 ultra first look

Design and Build:

  • Dimensions: 75.9 x 158.5 x 7.7mm, 197g
  • Body: Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 3), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 3), aluminum frame
  • Resistance: IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
  • Armor Aluminum 2 frame: Tougher drop and scratch resistance (advertised)

Display:

  • Type: 6.70″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+
  • Brightness: 2600 nits (peak)
  • Resolution: 1440x3088px
  • Aspect Ratio: 19.3:9
  • Pixel Density: 509ppi
  • Features: Always-on display

Performance:

  • Chipset (US/Canada): Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
  • CPU (US/Canada): Octa-core (1×3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 5×3.2 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2×2.3 GHz Cortex-A520)
  • GPU (US/Canada): Adreno 750
  • Chipset (International): Exynos 2400
  • CPU (International): Octa-core (1×3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 5×3.2 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2×2.3 GHz Cortex-A520)
  • GPU (International): Xclipse 940

Storage and Memory:

  • Options: 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
  • Type: UFS 4.0

Operating System:

  • Android Version: Android 14, One UI 6.1

Camera:

  • Rear Cameras:
    • Main: 50 MP, f/1.8
    • Telephoto: 10 MP, f/2.4, 3x optical zoom
    • Ultra Wide: 12 MP, f/2.2, 120˚
  • Front Camera: 12 MP, f/2.2

Video Capture:

  • Rear Camera: 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 1080p@960fps, HDR10+, gyro-EIS
  • Front Camera: 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps

Battery:

  • Capacity: 4900mAh
  • Wired Charging: 45W, PD3.0, 65% in 30 min (advertised)
  • Wireless Charging: 15W (Qi/PMA)
  • Reverse Wireless Charging: 4.5W

Connectivity:

  • 5G, eSIM, Dual SIM
  • Wi-Fi (US/Canada): Wi-Fi 7 (SD 8 Gen 3)
  • Wi-Fi (International): Wi-Fi 6E (Exynos 2400)
  • Bluetooth: BT 5.3
  • NFC: Yes

Additional Features:

  • Fingerprint Reader: Under display, ultrasonic
  • Audio: Stereo speakers
  • Samsung Features: Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support)

Upgrades and Notable Features:

  • Brighter display
  • Upgraded Armor Aluminum 2 frame
  • New chipset: Exynos 2400 for most markets, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 exclusive to US, South Korea, and China

Transitioning to the Galaxy S24 and S24+, we observe relatively subtle modifications. While the standard and Plus versions now feature brighter displays akin to the Galaxy S24 Ultra but on a smaller scale, they also boast an enhanced Armor Aluminum 2 frame and incorporate a new chipset. Notably, the Exynos 2400 is set to be prevalent in most markets this year, whereas the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 remains exclusive to the US, South Korea, and China.

Samsung S24 Specs

samsung galaxy s24 ultra first look

Design and Build:

  • Dimensions: 70.6 x 147 x 7.6mm, 168g
  • Body: Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 3), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 3), aluminum frame
  • Resistance: IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
  • Armor Aluminum 2 frame: Tougher drop and scratch resistance (advertised)

Display:

  • Type: 6.20″ Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+
  • Brightness: 2600 nits (peak)
  • Resolution: 1080x2340px
  • Aspect Ratio: 19.5:9
  • Pixel Density: 416ppi
  • Features: Always-on display

Performance:

  • Chipset (US/Canada): Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
  • CPU (US/Canada): Octa-core (1×3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 5×3.2 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2×2.3 GHz Cortex-A520)
  • GPU (US/Canada): Adreno 750
  • Chipset (International): Exynos 2400
  • CPU (International): Octa-core (1×3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 5×3.2 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2×2.3 GHz Cortex-A520)
  • GPU (International): Adreno 750

Storage and Memory:

  • Options: 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM
  • UFS 3.1 (128GB only), UFS 4.0

Operating System:

  • Android Version: Android 14, One UI 6.1

Camera:

  • Rear Cameras:
    • Main: 50 MP, f/1.8
    • Telephoto: 10 MP, f/2.4, 3x optical zoom
    • Ultra Wide: 12 MP, f/2.2, 120˚
  • Front Camera: 12 MP, f/2.2

Video Capture:

  • Rear Camera: 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 1080p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS
  • Front Camera: 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps

Battery:

  • Capacity: 4000mAh
  • Wired Charging: 25W, PD3.0, 50% in 30 min (advertised)
  • Wireless Charging: 15W (Qi/PMA)
  • Reverse Wireless Charging: 4.5W

Connectivity:

  • 5G, eSIM, Dual SIM
  • Wi-Fi (US/Canada): Wi-Fi 7 (SD 8 Gen 3)
  • Wi-Fi (International): Wi-Fi 6E (Exynos 2400)
  • Bluetooth: BT 5.3
  • NFC: Yes

Additional Features:

  • Fingerprint Reader: Under display, ultrasonic
  • Audio: Stereo speakers
  • Samsung Features: Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support)

Comparisons and User Choices:

  • Display sizes and battery capacities have slightly increased, bringing the Galaxy S24+ closer to the Galaxy S24 Ultra. Users now have a fair choice between the two models

Some subtle adjustments to the display sizes and battery capacities are on the horizon, and when it comes to the Galaxy S24+, these changes are not just welcome but embraced. The S24+ seems to be bridging the gap with the Galaxy S24 Ultra, providing users with a more equitable choice between the two.

Now that we’ve covered the essentials, let’s delve into the finer details and intricacies._