Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE leads on camera hardware with a 50MP main sensor to the Apple iPhone 14 Plus's 12MP, and the iPhone 14 Plus 5G goes up to 512GB of storage, where the S24 FE tops out at 256GB. The iPhone 14 Plus 5G has the sharper display at 457 PPI to 385, and the iPhone 14 Plus 5G is the lighter phone at 203g against 213g. The iPhone 14 Plus 5G is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the S24 FE is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.
On price there's almost nothing between them: both work out around £698 over a full contract.
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 10 reviews |
3.9 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1284 x 2778 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm) | Exynos 2400e (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,325 mAh | 4,700 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.8 mm | 162 x 77.3 x 8 mm |
| Weight | 203 grams | 213 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£54.83/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£54.83/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £275.00 | £249.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is cheaper on contract at £697.96 over the life of the deal from £54.83 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Apple iPhone 14 Plus has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Apple iPhone 14 Plus uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £249.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 14 Plus and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 Plus and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE use?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE uses the Exynos 2400e (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 14 Plus is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is more compact. It's 10g lighter at 203 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is actually the more compact phone at 162 x 77.3 x 8 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 14 Plus and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE run?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.