Head to head
Galaxy S24 vs Galaxy S24 Ultra
Full specs side by side — plus the one table nobody else shows you: what each phone actually costs to repair.
At a glance
- Galaxy S24 Ultra has the larger display (6.8" vs 6.2").
- Galaxy S24 Ultra carries the bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh).
- Galaxy S24 is lighter (167 g vs 232 g).
- Galaxy S24 is cheaper to fix — screen replacement runs $249 vs $349 at our counter.
Specifications
Spec for spec.
| Galaxy S24 | Galaxy S24 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | 2024-01-31 | 2024-01-31 |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 3120 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Chip | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (US) / Exynos 2400 (intl) | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (for Galaxy) |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB |
| Storage options | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB |
| Rear cameras | 50MP wide + 12MP ultrawide + 10MP 3x tele | 200MP wide + 12MP ultrawide + 10MP 3x tele + 50MP 5x periscope |
| Front camera | 12MP | 12MP |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | USB-C, 25W wired, 15W wireless | USB-C, 45W wired, 15W wireless |
| Dimensions (mm) | 147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 | 162.3 x 79.0 x 8.6 |
| Weight | 167 g | 232 g |
| Colors at launch | Onyx Black, Marble Gray, Cobalt Violet, Amber Yellow, Jade Green (online), Sapphire Blue (online), Sandstone Orange (online) | Titanium Black, Titanium Gray, Titanium Violet, Titanium Yellow, Titanium Blue (online), Titanium Green (online), Titanium Orange (online) |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, UWB |
| OS at launch | Android 14 (One UI 6.1) | Android 14 (One UI 6.1) |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
Specs reflect the US models as published by the manufacturer.
What buyers pick
The configurations people actually choose.
Based on current used-market sales data, updated August 2026.
| Galaxy S24 | Galaxy S24 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Most-chosen color | Black | Black |
| Most-chosen storage | 128GB | 256GB |
Repair pricing
What each costs to fix.
Real walk-in prices at BK Wireless — every repair backed by a 60-day parts and labor warranty.
| Repair | Galaxy S24 | Galaxy S24 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Screen replacement | $249 | $349 |
| Battery replacement | $99 | $109 |
FAQ
Galaxy S24 vs Galaxy S24 Ultra, answered.
Which is newer, the Galaxy S24 or the Galaxy S24 Ultra?
Both launched in 2024.
Which has the bigger battery?
The Galaxy S24 Ultra: 5,000 mAh vs 4,000 mAh.
Which is cheaper to repair?
Screen replacement is $249 for the Galaxy S24 and $349 for the Galaxy S24 Ultra at BK Wireless — both with a 60-day parts and labor warranty.
Does BK Wireless repair the Galaxy S24 and the Galaxy S24 Ultra?
Yes — both. Walk into 1054 Beach 20th Street in Far Rockaway for same-day screen, battery, and charging port repairs on either phone, backed by a 60-day warranty. No appointment needed.
Can I trade in my old phone toward either one?
Yes. Bring your current phone and a photo ID — we test it in front of you and pay cash on the spot, working or broken.
Upgrading to either one?
Get cash for your current phone at 1054 Beach 20th Street — tested in front of you, paid on the spot.
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