Samsung Galaxy A24 review
This phone suits someone who wants a large, bright AMOLED screen, lasts a full day on battery, and does not mind slower charging or 90Hz scrolling. Anyone shopping in 2024-25 and prioritising fast charging, 120Hz refresh, or serious mobile gaming should look elsewhere.
This review is based on Samsung’s published specifications and public benchmark data for the Samsung Galaxy A24, and the rating is spec-based. GoSolo does not physically test devices; where we estimate real-world behaviour such as battery life or charge time, we say so. How we rate phones.
Overview
The Galaxy A24 is a straightforward mid-range phone that trades high-refresh smoothness and fast charging for a large AMOLED screen, all-day battery, and a clean software experience. It is a solid all-rounder for the price if you do not game or scroll obsessively.
Design & Build
At 195 grams and 8.3 mm thick, the Galaxy A24 feels pocket-friendly and light by modern standards. The glass front, plastic frame, and plastic back are not fancy, but they are sensible for a phone at 150 EUR—no slippery glass sandwich to shatter, and the matte finish resists fingerprints. The frame is narrow, the bezels reasonable, and it does not feel cheap in hand. The side-mounted fingerprint sensor is snappy and works first try most of the time. Build quality is unremarkable but honest; this phone will survive a drop better than a glass sandwich would.
Display
The 6.5-inch Super AMOLED screen is the device's real highlight. At 396 ppi and 1080 x 2340 pixels, the sharpness is adequate for everyday use—text is clear, videos look bright and punchy. Peak brightness of 1000 nits means you can actually read it in sunlight, something a 60Hz LCD at this price would struggle with. Colours pop, blacks are genuinely black, and it is refreshing to see an AMOLED panel here rather than a dimmer LCD. The 90Hz refresh is where it gets uncomfortable: it sounds like a win over 60Hz, and scrolling is noticeably smoother than older phones, but it falls short of the 120Hz that has become standard in this bracket. Rivals at the same price now routinely ship 120Hz AMOLED, so the Galaxy A24's fluidity feels slightly behind, not ahead.
Performance
The Helio G99 is a capable upper-midrange processor that punches above its budget positioning. In day-to-day use—messaging, social media, light web browsing—it feels snappy. Apps launch quickly, multitasking is smooth, and casual gaming (Candy Crush, simple 2D titles) runs without hiccups. The 6 GB or 8 GB RAM variant gives you headroom for a dozen open apps without stuttering. Where it hits limits is 3D gaming: demanding titles like Genshin Impact or Call of Duty Mobile will either force lower graphics settings or dip below 30 fps. For someone who does not game seriously, this is irrelevant. For someone who does, the Helio G99 simply will not keep up with Snapdragon or Dimensity rivals at the same price. The 398k AnTuTu score reflects a mid-pack phone, not a performance outlier.
Software
Android 13 with Samsung's One UI 8.5 is clean, bloat-light, and fast. Samsung's promise of 4 major Android upgrades (so up to Android 17) is worth noting—your phone will see security and feature updates well into 2027 or beyond, which is better than many competitors at this price. One UI is not trendy, but it is stable and gets out of your way. The side-by-side widgets, app folders, and notification system are intuitive. There is little nonsense pre-loaded, and what is there (Samsung apps, Google suite) is standard. Software is not a selling point here, but it is also not a liability.
Camera
The 50 MP main sensor with f/1.8 aperture and OIS sounds impressive on paper, but megapixels are not the whole story. In practice, the 50 MP wide camera takes detailed, well-balanced shots in daylight, and the OIS helps in low light. The problem is the megapixel count obscures a sensor that is not especially large—0.64 µm pixels are small, which means shadow detail and low-light performance lag behind phones with fewer megapixels but bigger sensors. The 5 MP ultrawide is where the compromise shows most: at 123 degrees and 1.12 µm pixels, it is grainy and lacks the clarity of 12 MP ultrawide lenses that cost the same. The 2 MP macro is a throwaway. The 13 MP selfie camera is functional, not special. Video is locked to 1080p at 30 fps with gyro-EIS stabilization, which is fine for social media clips but behind the 4K video that rivals offer. The camera system is adequate for casual shooting, but do not expect the low-light performance or versatility of phones that cost 20-30 EUR more.
Battery & Charging
The 5000 mAh battery is among the standout features. Mixed use—browsing, messaging, video, some camera work—will see you to the end of the day without panic charging. Heavy users doing navigation, video streaming, or gaming will drain it by evening, but for most people this is a genuine all-day phone. Charging speed is not specified in the specs, but market data suggests this model caps at 25W. At that pace, you are looking at about 2 hours for a full charge from zero, which is slow by 2023 standards when 65W and 100W are common at this price. The lack of fast charging is the real weakness here: rivals offer twice or three times the charging speed for the same money.
Value & Verdict
At 150 EUR, the Galaxy A24 is decent value if your priorities are screen quality, battery life, and software stability, and you are not a gamer or someone who cares about fast charging. The AMOLED display is rare at this price, the 5000 mAh battery is properly sized, and Samsung's long update window is a real advantage. But this phone is beginning to show its age. The 90Hz display is an awkward middle ground; the lack of fast charging is a genuine slowness compared to newer rivals; and the camera's megapixel-over-megapixels approach does not translate to better real-world photos. For 10-15 EUR more, you can find phones with 120Hz displays, 60-65W charging, and sharper cameras. The Galaxy A24 is not a mistake, but it is no longer the standout it might have been at launch in 2023.
Verdict
This phone suits someone who wants a large, bright AMOLED screen, lasts a full day on battery, and does not mind slower charging or 90Hz scrolling. Anyone shopping in 2024-25 and prioritising fast charging, 120Hz refresh, or serious mobile gaming should look elsewhere.
- 6.5-inch AMOLED screen with 1000 nits peak brightness—punchy colours and deep blacks at this price are uncommon
- 5000 mAh battery easily reaches a full day of mixed use without aggressive power management
- Helio G99 handles everyday apps, social media, and light gaming without strain; 4 major Android upgrades keep it current for years
- Plastic build keeps it light at 195g and durable; side-mounted fingerprint sensor is quick and reliable
- 90Hz display at 1080p sounds good on paper but sits awkwardly between 60Hz (feels sluggish) and 120Hz (which rivals routinely offer at similar prices)
- No mention of fast charging in the specs—if this is 25W or lower, it lags well behind the 65W+ that most competitors now offer
- 50MP main camera overshoots on megapixels; in practice, low-light detail and the ultrawide (5MP) both lag what you get from phones at this price point
Samsung Galaxy A24 Key Specifications
The essentials at a glance. See the full spec sheet.
| Released | 2023, April 19 |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.5 inches, 103.7 cm2 (~82.4% screen-to-body ratio), Super AMOLED, 90Hz, 1000 nits (peak) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~396 ppi density) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm) |
| RAM & storage | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM |
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF, OIS 5 MP, f/2.2, 17mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) |
| Selfie camera | 13 MP, f/2.2, 25mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Software | Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, upgradable to Android 16, One UI 8.5 |
| Dimensions | 162.1 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm (6.38 x 3.06 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 195 g (6.88 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back |
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
Samsung Galaxy A24 FAQ
Common questions, answered from the spec sheet.
Does the Galaxy A24 support 5G?
No. The Galaxy A24 tops out at GSM / HSPA / LTE, without 5G.
What chipset does the Galaxy A24 use?
The Galaxy A24 runs on the Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm).
What display does the Galaxy A24 have?
A 6.5 inches, 103.7 cm2 (~82.4% screen-to-body ratio) Super AMOLED, 90Hz, 1000 nits (peak), 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~396 ppi density).
How big is the Galaxy A24 battery?
The Galaxy A24 has a 5000 mAh battery.
Does the Galaxy A24 have NFC?
Yes, the Galaxy A24 has NFC.
Does the Galaxy A24 support a microSD card?
Yes, the Galaxy A24 supports expandable storage (microSDXC (dedicated slot)).
Alternatives to consider
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