Samsung Galaxy S24+ review: A phone that’s “just right”

The new flagship Galaxy S24 Series is finally here, equipped with the latest mobile technology, Galaxy AI software, and epic design. Not to be overlooked among the three new Galaxy S24 Series phones – the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus and the Galaxy S24 Ultra - is the middle child Galaxy S24+.  The Galaxy S24+ is the perfect middle ground for phone users looking for a capable device and large display, without over-investing in tip-top hardware.

Having trouble deciding between the three new Galaxy Series phones? Read on to learn more about the new Galaxy S24+ and find out if it’s “just right” for you.

You can also discover more about the S24 series, read how the Samsung S24 Series differ from the S23 or explore the phones in more detail in the Galaxy S23 review and S23 Ultra review.

Equipped with several notable upgrades from the previous Galaxy S23 phones, including the new Galaxy AI features, the S24+ is an epic flagship phone designed to make your mobile experience more convenient and immersive than ever. Compared to the Galaxy S23+, the latest S24+ sports upgrades in the display, processor, and battery life.

At 6.7-inches, the S24+ has a vibrant Quad HD+ display with 3120 x 1440 resolution and a dynamic AMOLED 2x screen. It has an adaptive refresh rate of up to 120Hz, ensuring a smooth touch display experience. The S24+ is also slightly larger and heavier than the S23+.

You can purchase the Samsung Galaxy S24+ on a SIM plan with Optus and enjoy interest free payments using Optus Pay over 12, 24 or 36 months.

Samsung Galaxy S24+ review: Cameras

• Key note: 50MP (Wide) rear camera¹

The main highlight of the S24+ camera set up is the 50MP (Wide-Angle) rear camera, a pixel powerhouse that’s designed to snap high-res photos even from a distance. The 50MP (Wide-Angle) rear camera supports 5x optical quality zoom, and accompanying 10MP camera offers 3x optical zoom. Thanks to AI, the cameras also feature 30x digital zoom for photos and 12x digital zoom for videos¹².

The S24+ also has a 12MP Ultra-Wide camera and 12MP selfie camera so you can take all sorts of high quality photos in a range of fitting photography modes. Additionally, the Galaxy S24+ features  Nightography, meaning you can reliably capture colourful and clear photos no matter the time of day. Depending on what you’re trying to capture, you may also enjoy playing around with the many modes in the S24+ camera app, including Pro Video, Panorama, Hyperlase, and even a Food mode¹⁵ which automatically focuses and enhances food subjects.

Thanks to Galaxy AI and Photo Assist, you can enjoy quality in your photos, even if they don’t come out as well as you hope in the initial shot. Photo Assist lets you remove reflections, resize objects, and remaster images at the tap of a button, allowing you to get creative while taking and finalising your photos¹⁰. The combination of the S24+’s epic 50MP camera and AI-enabled Photo Assist editing tool makes photography all the more fun and effortless in the new Galaxy S24+ phone¹³.

Samsung Galaxy S24+ review: Performance

• Key note: new Exynos 2400 processor

Powered by the new Samsung-exclusive Exynos 2400 processor, you can feel confident using the S24+ not only for your everyday mobile activities, but also streaming and gaming. Offering improved power efficiency, the Exynos 2400 in the S24+ offers a substantial performance upgrade from the previous Exynos 2200.

Compared to the Exynos 2200, the Exynos 2400 has two more cores and an increased maximum clock frequency of 3.20GHz (Exynos 2200’s 2.80Ghz), meaning it can process and run apps faster. The two extra cores also mean the S24+ can support up to four cameras with ultra-high resolution at 320MP.

The Exynos 2400 is the first processor in its line to include a Fan-Out Water Level Package (FOWLP), boosting thermal management and keeping the S24+ cooler for longer, even when playing demanding mobile games or streaming videos for hours at a time. It’s new AI Engine with 17K MAC NPU also helps the phones run Galaxy AI and future software updates seamlessly. 

Samsung Galaxy S24+ review: Battery

• Key note: 4,900mAh (Typical) battery capacity³

With an impressive battery capacity of 4,900mAh (Typical)³, the S24+ is designed to help you stay connected for longer¹³, whether you’re browsing the internet, taking photos, or playing mobile games. In fact, the S24+ lasts around 29 hours when watching videos and a full 88 hours if you’re listening to music¹⁴.

The S24+’s battery life is also improved from its predecessors due to the new energy efficient Exynos 2400 processor. The Exynos 2400's 3^rd generation 4nm low-power process node means the S24+ has an effective power-saving mode that can prolong its battery life¹⁶. Depending on what you use it for, you might not even have to charge the S24+ everyday, saving you time and money for a portable charger.

Samsung Galaxy S24+ review: Display

• Key note: 6.7 inches display size⁴

At 6.7 inches⁴, the S24+ display is expansive and immersive, more than enough for streaming and face-timing in HD quality. The Galaxy S24+ sports a QHD+ display with 3120 x 1440 resolution and 16M colour depth, offering incredible visibility even in direct sunlight.

The S24+ is a great middle ground for those after a large, immersive display for watching videos and light mobile gaming, but don’t need maximum image resolution for demanding game graphics provided in the Galaxy S24 Ultra.

Samsung Galaxy S24+ review: Design

• Key note: Four stylish colours to choose from

Embodying the much-loved signature Galaxy style, the S24+ features classic rounded corners, an aluminium frame, and a sleek glass back. This year however, the S24+ is available in four new stylish colours - Onyx Black, Marble Grey, Cobalt Violet, Amber Yellow.

With 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7mm dimensions, the S24+ feels larger than the S24 while also comparative to the S24 Ultra (despite its rounded edges). The S24+ has a single SIM slot.

If you’re looking for a flagship phone that toes the balance between basic and premium, the S24+ may be the one for you.

Featuring a powerful Exynos 2400 processor, impressive 50MP (Wide-Angle) camera and long-lasting 4,900mAh (Typical) battery capacity, the S24+ is more than enough to meet your everyday mobile needs while incorporating convenient Galaxy AI features and an immersive display experience.

The Galaxy S24+ may be “just right” for users who are:

• looking for a large phone display for quality streaming and calling
• interested in using Galaxy AI features in their everyday life
• after a middle ground between the base S24 and premium S24 Ultra

Mobile innovation never stops, with the latest Galaxy S25 Series finally landing in Australia. The new Galaxy S25 Series features new Galaxy AI tools, as well as upgraded processors and camera lenses. Check out the Galaxy S25 Ultra for a look at Samsung’s newest flagship phone.