Samsung Galaxy S24 Extremely vs. Samsung Galaxy S23 Extremely

The last word smartphone obtained (predictably) even higher this yr – Samsung up to date the Galaxy Extremely, giving the 2024 mannequin a tweaked design with a harder construct, a superior show, and a brand new telephoto digicam. However does all this make the Galaxy S24 Extremely the higher purchase when in comparison with the now closely discounted S23 Extremely? We’ll go over the standard classes to try to reply that.

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For starters, you possibly can evaluate the whole specs sheets or straight proceed with our editor’s evaluation within the textual content additional down beneath.

Dimension comparability

The 2 handsets are related in dimension and total presence, and so they carry traditional Galaxy Observe traits – blocky rectangles with little to no rounding of the corners. That stated, the brand new mannequin takes this a step additional by additionally eradicating no matter traces had been nonetheless left from show curves – the S24 Extremely has a flat panel with all the advantages to usability and aftermarket safety you possibly can consider.

Not that the 2024 Extremely ought to want additional safety, although – it is obtained a sheet of the most recent Corning Gorilla Armor on either side, and it’s surrounded by a titanium body, so logic factors to it being harder than the earlier era’s Victus 2 + aluminum combo. Each telephones are IP68 rated for as much as half-hour below as a lot as 1.5m of water, so even in case you go for the S23 Extremely, try to be nice on this respect.

The mud and water resistance applies to the S Pen too, and each telephones are equally effectively sealed with the stylus out of the silo too. The S Pen itself can also be unchanged in its performance or operation – nothing in it is going to make you need the S24 Extremely greater than the earlier mannequin.

The brand new mannequin is ever so barely wider – maybe on account of the flattening of the show – and marginally thinner, however total, it is roughly the identical telephone. A gram or two of weight distinction may also not be felt. In any case, these are very massive and fairly heavy smartphones, and so they make no excuses for it.

Show comparability

The S24 Extremely and S23 Extremely have very related shows however are additionally considerably completely different in a number of methods. Each are 120Hz-capable adaptive refresh price OLEDs with a 6.8-inch nominal diagonal and a 1440p decision. Neither does Dolby Imaginative and prescient, however HDR10+ is on each spec sheets.

The S23 Extremely will not depart you wanting for brightness, with a 1,274nits lead to our check, however the brand new mannequin is brighter nonetheless, at 1,447nits. Samsung specifies peak brightness at 1,750nits on the previous mannequin and a couple of,600nits on the S24 Extremely.

The extra important variations lie elsewhere, although, and we already talked about them within the earlier part. The S24 Extremely advantages from Qualcomm’s newest developments in glass know-how and incorporates a noticeably much less reflective materials – some contemplate it a game-changer, others simply acknowledge with out making a fuss. It might be price checking it out in particular person earlier than deciding, in case you find yourself within the first class. Attempt to not get us flawed – it is actually nice to have, and doubtless that is the way in which of the long run, however the S23 Extremely is not dangerous itself, merely for being a bit extra reflective.

Galaxy S24 Extremely (left) subsequent to Galaxy S23 Extremely

The opposite bit that deserves reiterating is that the brand new flat show and canopy glass will probably be appreciated by all of the vocal curved-screen opponents and even the curved-screen followers for whom the novelty has worn off. The flat glass additionally means simpler software and a wider availability of third-party glass display screen protectors, although that, in flip, will rob you of the reflectivity developments.

It is not all roses with the S24 Extremely, and some points with its show rapidly obtained illuminated as soon as the telephone began delivery in massive numbers. Considered one of them is the graininess that may be noticed at low brightness ranges (when you have the instruments) and actually extra readily seen with the bare eye at minimal or very near minimal brightness – and really dim or no ambient mild to go along with it. It is not an excellent feeling to have a flawed show in what must be the very best (non-bendy) Galaxy.

Galaxy S24 Extremely (left) subsequent to Galaxy S23 Extremely

The opposite factor was the comparatively muted shade rendition, even within the Vivid shade mode, although that has since been addressed with a firmware replace and the inclusion of a Vividness slider.

Battery life

Each Galaxy Ultras are powered by 5,000mAh batteries – the Extremely did not get a bump in capability like each common fashions did this yr.

Even with the identical capability, the S24 Extremely confirmed enhancements in all three of the routines which might be carried out with the show on – tiny ones, however enhancements nonetheless – whereas the decision check outcome ended up being considerably shorter. General, the brand new era is barely higher by way of endurance than the earlier mannequin, however the distinction is hardly consequential and positively not one thing that may assist sway issues within the S24 Extremely’s favor.

Charging velocity

We have come to count on unimpressive charging speeds from Samsung flagships, and the S24 Extremely is not the mannequin that may change that sentiment. However whereas we may very well be complaining all day about it, the very fact stays that the previous Extremely isn’t any worse than the brand new one – barely higher, actually, within the “time to 100%” metric.

Past wired charging, each the S24 Extremely and S23 Extremely assist 15W Qi/PMA wi-fi charging. Each assist 4.5W reverse wi-fi charging, too.

Galaxy S24 Extremely daylight samples: 0.6x • 1x • 2x

Galaxy S23 Extremely daylight samples: 0.6x • 1x • 2x

The 3x telephoto does present a few of these normal variations too.

Zooming in additional, the S24 Extremely’s 5x digicam is able to finer element and higher definition than what the S23 Extremely can muster at that zoom degree.

At 10x, nevertheless, the S24 Extremely is about nearly as good because the S23 Extremely, although not fairly – the older mannequin’s devoted 10x unit has a minor edge, we expect. That stated, you possibly can be capable of extract barely nicer photos from the S24 Extremely in case you go for a 9.9-ish magnification. The S24 Extremely’s 5x digicam can also be wonderful for close-ups, whether or not at 5x or 10x.

Galaxy S24 Extremely daylight samples: 3x • 5x • 10x

Galaxy S23 Extremely daylight samples: 3x • 5x • 10x

In low mild, each telephones stay reliable as stills cameras. The brand new mannequin’s milder noise discount leaves a bit extra grain but in addition a bit extra element, which is a trade-off we’re usually followers of. The 2 telephones have related publicity and dynamic vary approaches and return natural-looking outcomes, with good improvement at each tonal extremes.

Galaxy S24 Extremely low-light samples: 0.6x • 1x • 2x

Galaxy S23 Extremely low-light samples: 0.6x • 1x • 2x

We’re liking the pictures from the 3x telephoto a bit bit higher on the S24 Extremely too. At 5x, the S24 Extremely’s output is sharper and extra ‘photographic’ subsequent to the graceful watercolor outcomes of the S23 Extremely. And whereas the 10x of final yr’s mannequin might win through the day, the S24 Extremely tends to be superior at 10x at night time.

Galaxy S24 Extremely low-light samples: 3x • 5x • 10x

Galaxy S23 Extremely low-light samples: 3x • 5x • 10x

Video high quality

In terms of video recording, there’s little to separate the 2 telephones by way of capabilities – resolutions, codecs, and the lot are the identical, save for the newly added 4K120 choice on the S24 Extremely. The top outcomes aren’t a lot completely different both – within the ultrawide to 3x vary, all we are able to spot is the tiniest of variations in shade rendition.

The telephoto outcomes do present a marked benefit for the S24 Extremely at 5x – a really a lot anticipated final result. At 10x, it is the older mannequin’s victory, however not by such a large margin.

Galaxy S24 Extremely daylight video samples: 0.6x • 1x • 3x • 5x • 10x

Galaxy S23 Extremely daylight video samples: 0.6x • 1x • 3x • 5x • 10x

In low-light video recording, it is considerably of a toss-up on the ultrawides. We would be inclined to provide the S24 Extremely the nod for the principle digicam and 3x telephoto footage, although it is not an enormous distinction, and whereas 1x is sort of respectable, the 3x seize is not too likable both manner. The 5x clips at nighttime are considerably higher from the brand new telephone, although not strictly good, whereas 10x is greatest prevented on each Ultras.

Galaxy S24 Extremely low-light video samples: 0.6x • 1x • 3x • 5x • 10x

Galaxy S23 Extremely low-light samples: 0.6x • 1x • 3x • 5x • 10x

Verdict

This specific comparability had extra of a predetermined final result than a whole lot of our endeavors, however we nonetheless suppose it was price declaring one other occasion of the regulation of diminishing returns being at play. In fact, the Galaxy S24 Extremely is the higher telephone of those two, and the deliberate selections that Samsung made to make it completely different are its benefits.

The much less reflective flat show is an apparent enchancment, and the truth that this development in optical properties comes with added drop and scratch resistance can hardly be spun right into a unfavorable. The titanium body could appear like a reactive improvement – Samsung will do it as a result of Apple is doing it – however the finish result’s what must be a extra strong construct.

Maybe most significantly, although, the S24 Extremely’s one main new piece of {hardware} – its 5x telephoto digicam – is a significant improve for many customers. It brings a high-quality digicam at a extra helpful focal size than what the S23 Extremely had, with out actually sacrificing a lot within the course of.

Nonetheless… the S23 Extremely’s show continues to be nice, extra reflective as it might be. Maybe some of us would even be inclined to personal one of many final Galaxies with a curved-edge display screen, and it is not just like the S23 Extremely feels much less premium for its lack of titanium. The S Pen is there. Battery life is basically the identical, and so is charging velocity. Positive, the 3x to 10x hole could really feel a bit vast, however there are worse conditions to be in than “a 120mm photograph op and all you’ve gotten is an S23 Extremely”.

So sure, if you’d like one of the best and cash isn’t any object, solely the S24 Extremely will probably be adequate. However you will get various the way in which there by paying 20-30% much less, and that would very effectively be the higher deal.