Samsung launched the Galaxy S24 in India in January 2024 at Rs 79,999 with 8 GB RAM and 256 GB storage as the starting point, a welcome doubling of base storage over the S23. Indian units moved back to Exynos, using the 10-core Exynos 2400. The marketing focus was Galaxy AI: Live Translate on calls, Circle to Search, Note Assist and generative photo edits.
The body grows slightly to fit a 6.2-inch panel, now with a variable 1-120Hz refresh rate and much higher peak brightness. Bezels are thinner and more uniform, and the phone still weighs only 167 g. The Exynos 2400 proved competitive in benchmarks, though it runs a little warmer and less efficiently than the Snapdragon version sold in the US.
Cameras are essentially carried over: 50 MP main, 12 MP ultrawide and 10 MP 3x telephoto. The 4000 mAh battery is a modest bump, and charging stays at 25W. Samsung's promise of seven years of OS and security updates matched Google's Pixel 8, and against the iPhone 15 the S24 offered a 120Hz screen and optical zoom at the same starting price.
Key specifications
| Launch price (India) | Rs 79,999 (base variant) |
|---|---|
| India launch | January 2024 |
| Segment | Flagship |
| Display | 6.2-inch, Dynamic AMOLED 2X, LTPO, 120Hz, 1080 x 2340 |
| Processor | Exynos 2400 |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB / 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | No |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP main + 12 MP ultrawide + 10 MP 3x telephoto |
| Front camera | 12 MP |
| Battery | 4000 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired, wireless |
| Software at launch | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| 5G | Yes |
| Water/dust rating | IP68 |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Weight | 167 g |
| Colours | Onyx Black, Marble Grey, Cobalt Violet, Amber Yellow |
What we like
- Seven years of OS and security updates
- Compact and light
- 256 GB base storage
- Bright adaptive refresh display
What could be better
- Exynos 2400 less efficient than the Snapdragon version
- 25W charging
- Camera hardware unchanged from S23
Who should buy it
People who want a small, long-supported Android flagship with Samsung's AI features.
Specifications and price are as at the India launch (January 2024). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.