Samsung256 GB
Galaxy S26+
A 6.7-inch screen, without the Ultra size.
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Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 4 Sept 2026Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Samsung Galaxy S24+
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DIFFERENCES AT A GLANCE
- USB connector and data transfer
- Galaxy S26+: USB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs Galaxy S24+: USB Type-C; USB 3.2 Gen 1
- Front camera
- Galaxy S26+: 12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocus vs Galaxy S24+: 12.0 MP
Samsung256 GB
Galaxy S24+
6.7″ · Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 120 Hz · Deca-core CPU (3.2 GHz, 2.9 GHz, 2.6 GHz and 1.95 GHz)
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
Not verified for either phone, so not charted: Pixel density. Missing evidence is not a difference.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06
Chipset
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
BOTH PHONES
Same screen diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- Galaxy S26+
- 6.7″
- Galaxy S24+
- 6.7″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
MANUFACTURER CLAIMS
Up to 31 hours.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- Galaxy S26+
- Up to 31h
- Galaxy S24+
- Up to 31h
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
8 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 1 is also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsGalaxy S26+Samsung Exynos 2600
Galaxy S24+Deca-core CPU (3.2 GHz, 2.9 GHz, 2.6 GHz and 1.95 GHz)
Sources
Galaxy S26+
UK S26/S26+ launch table explicitly names Exynos 2600. Other regional Snapdragon configurations are not substituted.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesGalaxy S24+
Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24+ technical specifications — SM-S926BZVDEUBDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Camera system
Galaxy S26+50 MP main · 12 MP ultra-wide · 10 MP 3× telephoto
Galaxy S24+Rear: 50 MP + 10 MP + 12 MP; Front: 12 MP; Video: up to 8K 30 fps
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Physical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesGalaxy S24+
Video recording resolution: UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 30 fps.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24+ technical specifications — SM-S926BZVDEUBCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Display specification
Galaxy S26+6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 3120 × 1440 · adaptive up to 120 Hz
Galaxy S24+6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X; 3120 × 1440; up to 120 Hz
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Exact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesGalaxy S24+
Measured as a full rectangle: 169.1 mm (6.7-inch); 164.5 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: Quad HD+.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24+ technical specifications — SM-S926BZVDEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Wireless connectivity
Galaxy S26+Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6.0 · NFC · UWB
Galaxy S24+Wi-Fi 6E (2.4, 5 and 6 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Exact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, HE160, MIMO, 1024-QAM and Bluetooth v5.3.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24+ technical specifications — SM-S926BZVDEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Update support
Galaxy S26+Seven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launch
Galaxy S24+Security updates until 31 January 2031
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Major-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24+ technical specifications — SM-S926BZVDEUBDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
USB connector and data transfer
Galaxy S26+USB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1
Galaxy S24+USB Type-C; USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Exact connector and USB generation. No measured transfer rate, USB 3.2 Gen 2 or supplied cable speed is inferred.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
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Battery and charging
Galaxy S26+4900 mAh typical · up to 31 hours local video · up to 69% charge in around 30 minutes with a 45 W adapter
Galaxy S24+4900 mAh
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Typical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesGalaxy S24+
Typical capacity. Samsung claims up to 31 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24+ technical specifications — SM-S926BZVDEUBManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Front camera
Galaxy S26+12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocus
Galaxy S24+12.0 MP
Sources
Galaxy S26+
The separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)
Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.
Dimensions
Galaxy S26+158.4 × 75.8 × 7.3 mm (height × width × depth)
Galaxy S24+158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm (height × width × depth)
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Small physical differences (4)
Height
Galaxy S26+158.4 mm
Galaxy S24+158.5 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Thickness
Galaxy S26+7.3 mm
Galaxy S24+7.7 mm
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Weight
In Visual factsGalaxy S26+190 g
Galaxy S24+196 g
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Width
In Visual factsGalaxy S26+75.8 mm
Galaxy S24+75.9 mm
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (2)
RAM and storage configuration
Galaxy S26+12 GB RAM · 256 GB storage
Galaxy S24+12 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Exact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBA configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
Compared regional model
Galaxy S26+UK SM-S947BZVDEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIM
Galaxy S24+UK SM-S926BZVDEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs, nano-SIM + eSIM or 2 eSIMs)
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Actual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM; SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM; 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD, 5G Sub6 SDL. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24+ technical specifications — SM-S926BZVDEUBThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (83)
Main-camera aperture control
Galaxy S26+Fixed f/1.8
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
The table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front 4K recording maximum
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
General Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera optical stabilisation
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
The exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Rear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Maximum wired charging power
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
45 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Time to 50% wired charge
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
The source publishes a different endpoint. It does not establish a 0–50% time, and no linear interpolation is used.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Storage technology
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
The exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
Galaxy S26+No
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Samsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 SeriesGalaxy S24+
Samsung's specification does not state whether a memory card is supported.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24+ technical specifications — SM-S926BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
eSIM support
Galaxy S26+Yes
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Explicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published security update term
Galaxy S26+7 years
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Promised OS version upgrades
Galaxy S26+7
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Launch operating system
Galaxy S26+Android 16 · One UI 8.5
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth version
Galaxy S26+6.0
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wired charge test duration
Galaxy S26+30 minutes
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Around 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wired charge endpoint
Galaxy S26+69%
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 45 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cover glass
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S24+
Named in Samsung UK's S24 series comparison table, which does not say which surfaces it covers. Frame is Armor Aluminium. No drop-proof guarantee is claimed.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24 | S24+ buy pageSamsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra buy page (with S24 series comparison)Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published CPU clock groups
Galaxy S26+3.8 GHz · 3.26 GHz · 2.76 GHz
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Multiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published CPU core count
Galaxy S26+10
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung DeX support
Galaxy S26+Yes
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Exact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display resolution
Galaxy S26+3120 × 1440
Galaxy S24+3120 x 1440 (Quad HD+)
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBOne source states less detail or a rounded figure. This is not a verified difference; check the exact configuration.
Dual eSIM support
Galaxy S26+Yes
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Explicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
3.5 mm headphone jack
Galaxy S26+No
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
Samsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Samsung UK Galaxy S24+ technical specifications — SM-S926BZVDEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM technology
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
The exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
Galaxy S26+1200 cycles
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Manufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Optical-quality reach
Galaxy S26+2×
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesGalaxy S24+
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published peak brightness
Galaxy S26+2600 nits
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Manufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
Galaxy S26+ 256GB — SpecificationsGalaxy S24+
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S24+
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Built-in Privacy Display
Galaxy S26+No
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Samsung explicitly says only on Galaxy S26 Ultra. Manual activation, viewing-angle effects and residual visibility limits apply; it is not an AI feature or a privacy guarantee.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
2G GSM
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
3G UMTS
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
4G FDD LTE
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B13(700), B17(700), B18(800), B19(800), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
4G TDD LTE
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+B38(2600), B39(1900), B40(2300), B41(2500)
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G FDD Sub6
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+N1(2100), N2(1900), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N12(700), N20(800), N25(1900), N26(850), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G SDL Sub6
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+N75(1500+)
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5G TDD Sub6
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Audio Playback Time (Hours, Wireless)
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Up to 92
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Available Storage (GB)
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+231.2
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth Version
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Bluetooth v5.3
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Colour Depth (Main Display)
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+16M
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Earjack
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+USB Type-C
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Form Factor
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Touchscreen Bar
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - F Number
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+F2.2
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - Resolution
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+12.0 MP
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Infra
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD, 5G Sub6 SDL
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Internet Usage Time(LTE) (Hours)
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Up to 26
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Internet Usage Time(Wi-Fi) (Hours)
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Up to 27
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Location Technology
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
MHL
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+No
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Mobile TV
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+No
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
NFC
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Yes
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Number of SIM
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Dual-SIM
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
OS
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Android
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
PC Sync.
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Smart Switch (PC version)
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+F1.8, F2.4, F2.2
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Flash
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Yes
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+50.0 MP + 10.0 MP + 12.0 MP
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Zoom
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Optical Zoom 3x, Optical quality Zoom 2x (Enabled by Adaptive Pixel sensor), Digital Zoom up to 30x
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Removable
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+No
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung DeX Support
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Yes
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM size
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SIM Slot Type
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Slow Motion
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+240fps @FHD, 120fps @UHD
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
SmartThings Support
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Yes
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stereo Support
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Yes
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB Interface
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+USB Type-C
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB Version
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
UWB (Ultra-Wideband)
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Yes
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video Playing Resolution
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@60fps
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Video Recording Resolution
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@30fps
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, HE160, MIMO, 1024-QAM
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi Direct
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Yes
Sources
Galaxy S26+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rated minimum battery capacity
Galaxy S26+4755 mAh
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
The manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear 8K recording maximum
Galaxy S26+30 fps
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Camera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
User-removable battery
Galaxy S26+No
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
The exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless PowerShare
Galaxy S26+Yes
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesGalaxy S24+
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published security update end date
Galaxy S26+2033-02-28
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stereo support
Galaxy S26+Yes
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Explicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
US model distinction
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
This UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging
Galaxy S26+Yes
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Named wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesGalaxy S24+
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wireless charging maximum
Galaxy S26+Not verified
Galaxy S24+Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26+
Named wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesGalaxy S24+
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
16 shared fields have the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs116 specificationsGalaxy S26+Galaxy S24+
Galaxy S26+Galaxy S24+WeightDiffers
190g
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
196g
WidthDiffers
75.8mm
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
75.9mm
ThicknessDiffers
7.3mm
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
7.7mm
DimensionsDiffers
158.4 × 75.8 × 7.3 mm (height × width × depth)Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm (height × width × depth)
HeightDiffers
158.4 mmLabelled height.
158.5 mm
Form factor
slabExplicit Touchscreen Bar form.
slab
Colour
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Cobalt Violet
Form Factor
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Touchscreen Bar
Screen size
6.7″
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
6.7″
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Sources
Galaxy S26+Galaxy S26+ 256GB — Specifications
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
2600 nitsManufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
120Hz
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
120Hz
Display specificationDiffers
6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 3120 × 1440 · adaptive up to 120 HzExact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.
6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X; 3120 × 1440; up to 120 HzMeasured as a full rectangle: 169.1 mm (6.7-inch); 164.5 mm (6.5-inch) with rounded corners. Resolution class: Quad HD+.
Main display resolutionDiffers
3120 × 1440Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
3120 x 1440 (Quad HD+)
Built-in Privacy Display
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
NoSamsung explicitly says only on Galaxy S26 Ultra. Manual activation, viewing-angle effects and residual visibility limits apply; it is not an AI feature or a privacy guarantee.
Not verified
Colour Depth (Main Display)
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
16M
Native telephoto reach
3×
Dedicated telephoto reach · Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
3×
From the published "Rear Camera - Zoom" listing: "Optical Zoom 3x". The longest listed optical zoom is shown; optical-quality and digital zoom are excluded.
Rear camera modules
3
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
3
8K video recording
Yes8K recording · The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Yes
Camera systemDiffers
50 MP main · 12 MP ultra-wide · 10 MP 3× telephotoPhysical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Rear: 50 MP + 10 MP + 12 MP; Front: 12 MP; Video: up to 8K 30 fpsVideo recording resolution: UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) at 30 fps.
Optical-quality zoom
Sources
Galaxy S26+Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tables
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
2×Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Main-camera aperture control
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
Fixed f/1.8Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Not verified
Rear Camera - OIS
YesExplicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
Yes
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
YesExplicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Yes
Front cameraDiffers
12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocusThe separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
12.0 MP
Front Camera - Auto Focus
YesExplicit front autofocus Yes.
Yes
Rear 8K recording maximum
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
30 fpsCamera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
Not verified
Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
50.0 MP + 10.0 MP + 12.0 MP
Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
F1.8, F2.4, F2.2
Rear Camera - Zoom
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Optical Zoom 3x, Optical quality Zoom 2x (Enabled by Adaptive Pixel sensor), Digital Zoom up to 30x
Front Camera - Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
12.0 MP
Front Camera - F Number
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
F2.2
Rear Camera - Flash
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
31 hours
Published local-video playback · Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
31 hours
Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
Wireless charging
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
YesNamed wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Battery and chargingDiffers
4900 mAh typical · up to 31 hours local video · up to 69% charge in around 30 minutes with a 45 W adapterTypical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.
4900 mAhTypical capacity. Samsung claims up to 31 hours of video playback. Real battery life depends on use.
Typical battery capacity
4900 mAhDirect typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
4900 mAhManufacturer capacity; not an endurance test.
Rated minimum battery capacity
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
4755 mAhThe manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Not verified
Published wired charge endpoint
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
69%Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 45 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Not verified
Published wired charge test duration
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
30 minutesAround 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
Not verified
Reverse wireless charging
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
YesExplicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
User-removable battery
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
NoThe exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Not verified
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
1200 cyclesManufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
Not verified
Audio Playback Time (Hours, Wireless)
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Up to 92
Published support term
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
7 yearsPublished security update term · Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Launch operating system
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
Android 16 · One UI 8.5Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
Not verified
Update policyDiffers
Seven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launchMajor-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.
Security updates until 31 January 2031This is an end date for security updates, not a number of years remaining from purchase.
Promised OS version upgrades
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
7Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
Not verified
Stereo Support
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Samsung DeX Support
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)
SmartThings Support
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Chipset / published CPUDiffers
Samsung Exynos 2600UK S26/S26+ launch table explicitly names Exynos 2600. Other regional Snapdragon configurations are not substituted.
Deca-core CPU (3.2 GHz, 2.9 GHz, 2.6 GHz and 1.95 GHz)Samsung's specification does not name the chipset.
Published CPU core count
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
10Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Not verified
Published CPU clock groups
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
3.8 GHz · 3.26 GHz · 2.76 GHzMultiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Not verified
RAM and storage configurationConfiguration
12 GB RAM · 256 GB storageExact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
12 GB RAM; 256 GB storage
RAM
12 GBExplicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
12 GB
Storage
256 GBExplicit internal capacity; available free space changes with software.
256 GBThis listing is the 256 GB UK configuration (SM-S926BZVDEUB). Samsung UK also lists a 512 GB Galaxy S24+ (SM-S926BZVGEUB), so a storage difference against another listing reflects the configurations compared, not a limit of the model.
Regional SIM / network configurationConfiguration
UK SM-S947BZVDEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIMActual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
UK SM-S926BZVDEUB; 5G; dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs, nano-SIM + eSIM or 2 eSIMs)Samsung lists: Dual-SIM; Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM; SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM; 2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD, 5G Sub6 SDL. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
Published security update end date
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
2033-02-28Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
Not verified
Panel technology
Dynamic AMOLED 2XExplicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
USB connectionDiffers
USB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1Exact connector and USB generation. No measured transfer rate, USB 3.2 Gen 2 or supplied cable speed is inferred.
USB Type-C; USB 3.2 Gen 1
3.5 mm headphone jack
NoEarjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
Not verifiedSamsung lists USB Type-C under Earjack and does not say whether there is also a separate 3.5 mm jack.
Wireless connectivityDiffers
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6.0 · NFC · UWBExact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
Wi-Fi 6E (2.4, 5 and 6 GHz); Bluetooth 5.3Samsung lists Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, HE160, MIMO, 1024-QAM and Bluetooth v5.3.
Bluetooth version
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
6.0Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
Not verified
eSIM only
NoExplicit physical Nano-SIM support.
No
eSIM support
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
YesExplicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Not verified
Dual eSIM support
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
YesExplicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Not verified
Stereo support
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
YesExplicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Not verified
Samsung DeX support
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
YesExact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
Not verified
Ingress protection
IP68Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
IP68Samsung laboratory claim: submersion in up to 1.5 metres of fresh water for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear.
Memory card support
Sources
NoSamsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
Not verifiedSamsung's specification does not state whether a memory card is supported.
Video Recording Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@30fps
Slow Motion
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
240fps @FHD, 120fps @UHD
Available Storage (GB)
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
231.2
Number of SIM
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Dual-SIM
SIM size
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
SIM Slot Type
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM
Infra
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD, 5G Sub6 SDL
2G GSM
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
3G UMTS
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)
4G FDD LTE
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B13(700), B17(700), B18(800), B19(800), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3)
4G TDD LTE
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
B38(2600), B39(1900), B40(2300), B41(2500)
5G FDD Sub6
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
N1(2100), N2(1900), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N12(700), N20(800), N25(1900), N26(850), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)
5G TDD Sub6
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)
5G SDL Sub6
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
N75(1500+)
USB Interface
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
USB Type-C
USB Version
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Location Technology
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS
Earjack
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
USB Type-C
MHL
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
No
Wi-Fi
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz, HE160, MIMO, 1024-QAM
Wi-Fi Direct
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Yes
Bluetooth Version
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Bluetooth v5.3
NFC
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Yes
UWB (Ultra-Wideband)
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Yes
PC Sync.
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Smart Switch (PC version)
OS
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Android
Sensors
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor
Internet Usage Time(LTE) (Hours)
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Up to 26
Internet Usage Time(Wi-Fi) (Hours)
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Up to 27
Removable
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
No
Video Playing Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
UHD 8K (7680 x 4320)@60fps
Mobile TV
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
No
Cover glass
Sources
Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2Named in Samsung UK's S24 series comparison table, which does not say which surfaces it covers. Frame is Armor Aluminium. No drop-proof guarantee is claimed.
Show unverified (12)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Pixel density
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
RAM technology
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Not verified
Storage technology
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
Not verified
US model distinction
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
Not verifiedThis UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Not verified
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
Not verifiedThe source publishes a different endpoint. It does not establish a 0–50% time, and no linear interpolation is used.
Not verified
Maximum wired charging power
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
Not verified45 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Not verified
Published wireless charging maximum
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
Not verifiedNamed wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Not verified
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
Not verified
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
Not verifiedRear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
Not verified
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
Galaxy S24+No source recorded
Not verifiedThe table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
Not verified
Front 4K recording maximum
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Galaxy S24+No source recorded
Not verifiedGeneral Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
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Manufacturer UK reference price
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Galaxy S26+No source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe manufacturer's UK store did not list a price for this configuration.
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How we calculate scoresSamsung Galaxy S26+
256 GB · checked 4 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight190 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
SamsungWidth75.8 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
SamsungThickness7.3 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
SamsungDisplay size6.7 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightness2,600 nitsManufacturer claim · medium confidence
Manufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
Samsung Business UKClaimed video playback31 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
SamsungPublished total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
SamsungWireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Named wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
SamsungReverse wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
SamsungHeadphone jackNoCalculated from sources · medium confidence
Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
SamsungExpandable storageNoManufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
Samsung UKIP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
SamsungPixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
SamsungSamsungNative telephoto reach3×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
SamsungSamsungClaimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
SamsungSamsungRear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
Samsung8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
SamsungManufacturer list price£1,099.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung Newsroom UK
All sources6
- Galaxy S26+ 256GB — SpecificationsSamsung Business UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone YetSamsung Newsroom UK · accessed 21 Sept 2026
- Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 SeriesSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Galaxy S26+ Cobalt Violet 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S947BZVDEUBSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
Samsung Galaxy S24+
256 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight196 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Width75.9 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Thickness7.7 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Display size6.7 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle nominal diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightnessNot verified
Not published
Claimed video playback31 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless); manufacturer up-to claim. Protocols differ across brands.
SamsungClaimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
IP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung laboratory claim: submersion in up to 1.5 metres of fresh water for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use; resistance is not permanent and may diminish with wear.
SamsungSamsungRAM12 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Pixel densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Native telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidenceSamsung
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources5
- Samsung UK Galaxy S24+ technical specifications — SM-S926BZVDEUBSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK Galaxy S24+ product pageSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK current phone configurations and part numbersSamsung · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK Galaxy S24 | S24+ buy pageSamsung · accessed 23 Sept 2026
- Samsung UK Galaxy S24 Ultra buy page (with S24 series comparison)Samsung · accessed 23 Sept 2026
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