How does Samsung’s Galaxy S24 line stack up against Apple’s iPhone 15 family? We break it down for you, phone by phone.
Samsung’s Galaxy S24 lineup showcases an impressive array of hardware and AI features, but it isn’t the only line of flagship phones worth talking about. If you aren’t committed to Android, you’re likely considering the formidable iPhone 15 series, which recently helped Apple overtake Samsung for global smartphone shipments in 2023.
So far, we’ve reviewed the Galaxy S24+ and the S24 Ultra; the latter comes out slightly ahead thanks to a refined design, tons of power, a built-in stylus, helpful AI tools, and seven years of promised updates. But if you’re wavering between Samsung’s newest flagships and Apple’s iPhone 15, we can break down the specs to show you how they stack up on paper. Galaxy S24 vs. iPhone 15: Price
Samsung sells three Galaxy S24 devices, while Apple offers four iPhone 15 models. All of them command high prices.
The Galaxy S24 starts at $799.99, the S24+ retails for $999.99, and the S24 Ultra begins at $1,299.99. These base prices increase as you add more storage, but deals are often available that drive the prices down.
Apple’s iPhone 15 starts at $799, the iPhone 15 Plus lists for $899, the iPhone 15 Pro costs $999, and the iPhone 15 Pro Max goes for $1,199. As with the S24 family, storage upgrades add to the cost but deals are often available from US carriers.
Although the base models cost the same, Apple has an advantage in a couple of spots. For example, the iPhone 15 Plus comes in $100 under the S24+, which has the same size screen. Similarly, Apple’s top-of-the-line iPhone 15 Pro Max costs $100 less than the Galaxy S24 Ultra.Galaxy S24 vs. iPhone 15: Design
The Galaxy S24 and S24+ resemble each other (and the iPhone 15 to a degree). All are rounded rectangular slabs with flat screens and sides. Meanwhile, the S24 Ultra has a much more squared-off look and houses a slot for the included S-Pen stylus. The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max stand apart slightly for their customizable Action buttons.
Apple builds its rear cameras into a raised squarish section on the back of each phone, but Samsung simply lets the lenses protrude directly from the rear panel for a more minimalist look. If you don’t like camera bumps, you won’t like the design of any iPhone 15 model. All the phones opt for a front camera that’s part of the display.
As for dimensions, the Galaxy S24 comes in at 5.79 by 2.78 by 0.30 inches (HWD) and weighs 5.93 ounces. It’s smaller and lighter in every way than the iPhone 15 (5.81 by 2.82 by 0.31 inches, 6.02 ounces). The S24 is also thinner and lighter than the iPhone 15 Pro (5.77 by 2.78 by 0.32 inches, 6.60 ounces), though a bit taller.
Samsung’s Galaxy S24+ measures 6.2 by 3.0 by 0.30 inches and weighs 6.95 ounces, making it smaller and lighter than the iPhone 15 Plus (6.33 by 3.06 by 0.31 inches, 7.09 ounces) and the iPhone 15 Pro Max (6.29 by 3.02 by 0.32 inches, 7.81 ounces).
Finally, the S24 Ultra is 6.40 by 3.11 by 0.34 inches and 8.22 ounces. It’s quite a bit larger and heavier than even the iPhone 15 Pro Max, and the sharp corners make it less comfortable in your pocket.
The Galaxy S24 Ultra, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max all feature titanium frames, while the rest of the models have aluminum. The S24 Ultra has Corning Armor glass on the front and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 glass on the back while the S24 and S24+ use Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and back, and all of Apple’s phones use proprietary Ceramic Shield panels. All of the phones have an IP68 rating, meaning they are fully dustproof and waterproof.
In addition, every phone has a USB-C port now that Apple has ditched the Lightning connector. The iPhone 15 and 15 Plus have a slower USB 2.
