Samsung Galaxy S24 review: Setting the new epic standard

Samsung's latest premium flagship phones have arrived with the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus and the Samsung S24 Ultra. The Galaxy S24 is the base model in the new Galaxy S24 Series. Designed to enhance your everyday mobile experience and help you do more effortlessly thanks to AI, the Galaxy S24 is a powerful phone that takes mobile gaming, browsing, and calling to the next level.

Read on to find out more about the new S24 phone, from stand-out features to the latest Samsung- preprocessor. Alternatively, discover all you need to know about the S24 Series, check how the S24 Series compares with the S23 Series. If you’re looking for reviews, read the Galaxy S24 Plus review and S24 Ultra review.

Besides Galaxy AI, the S24 sports a few notable improvements from the S23 model, including a bigger FHD+ display, upgraded Samsung-exclusive processor, and larger battery⁹. The S24’s display resolution and camera set-up remain the same..

The Galaxy S24’s upgraded Exynos 2400 processor combined with its larger battery also mean you can enjoy the phone for longer with a full charge. Gaming and prolonged use on the S24 is also more comfortable with the phone’s enhanced cooling system⁹.

You can buy the Samsung Galaxy S24 on an eligible 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 camera²

Capturing your favourite moments is a sure task on the new Galaxy S24, with an elite 50MP (Wide), 10MP (Telephoto), and 12MP (Ultra Wide) rear camera set-up. With Samsung’s signature Nightography (quality photography at night or with minimal lighting) and featuring up to 5x Optical Zoom, the S24’s camera set-up makes taking beautiful photos fun and easy, no matter the time of day. The S24 also has a standard 12MP front camera for flattering selfies.

The added Photo Assist⁷ feature as part of Galaxy AI also ensures that you produce the best photos possible on your S24¹¹. Photo Assist lets you resize, retouch, and remaster any photo taken on the S24 thanks to AI, with next-level suggested edits such as object erasers and reflection removals¹². Photo Assist is undeniably a game-changer for curating your camera roll with photos worth sharing.

Samsung Galaxy S24 review: Performance

• Key note: Exynos 2400 processor

The Exynos 2400 processor works to ensure the Galaxy S24 performs at a high level. Using the latest hardware ray tracing technology, the Exynos 2400 enhances gaming performance and AI integration in the new phone. The Exynos 2400 processor features a deca-core CPU with tri-cluster architecture, meaning it can run apps faster while lasting longer.

It’s also the first Exynos processor to use a newly developed Fan-out Wafer Level Package (FOWLP), which improves thermal management in the Galaxy S24 so you can minimise any over-heating problems.

The new processor is also designed to support four cameras at a time, perfect for the S24’s advanced rear camera set up. Alongside ultra-high resolution of up to 320MP, the processor supports 8K video recording and even has noise reduction options for low-light scenes. Everything about the Exynos 2400 ensures that performance isn’t an issue when it comes to the Galaxy S24.

Samsung Galaxy S24 review: Battery

• Key note: 4,000mAh (Typical) battery capacity³

The Galaxy S24’s battery life fares quite well, at 4,000mAh (Typical). Built to last all day³, the Galaxy S24’s battery keeps going as long as you do, whether you’re playing games or surfing the internet. In fact, the Galaxy S24 has been tested to last up to 30 hours when watching videos¹³, and up to 95 hours when listening to music¹³.

Of course, battery life may vary depending on how demanding your mobile activities are and whether you’re multitasking on several applications. Generally speaking though, the S24’s battery is more than enough for a day’s use after a full charge.

Samsung Galaxy S24 review: Display

• Key note: 6.2 inches display size⁸

The Galaxy S24 display is an immersive 6.2 inches large, offering more than enough screen real estate to video call, stream and browse comfortably. The bright FHD+ display offers incredible visibility so you can use your phone all day long, even in bright light. You can also enjoy optimal colour and contrast with the S24’s in-built Vision Booster making the mobile screen that much more stimulating to use.

Samsung Galaxy S24 review: Design

• Key note: Sleek satin finish

The S24 is built in the signature Samsung Galaxy style, featuring a sleek design with a simple satin frame. It feels high quality and strong to hold, while still being compact enough at 147 x 70.6 x 7.6mm to fit safe and sound in your pocket. This seamless S24 design is also available in a range of iconic colours to match any aesthetic, including the classic Onyx Black and Marble Grey, and bold Cobalt Violet and Amber Yellow.

The new Galaxy S24 certainly sets the bar high for upcoming Android phones, performing at an incredibly high-level despite only being the base model in the flagship Galaxy S24 Series. From implementing new Galaxy AI software, to sporting a premium camera set-up, to housing a powerful processor, the S24 is a great smartphone newly launched in the market.

You may want to consider purchasing the S24 if you’re:

• looking to integrate AI in your everyday mobile experience
• mainly using your phone for streaming videos, browsing the internet, and calling
• interested in upgrading to a premium flagship phone.

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.