Apple iPhone 16e vs Samsung Galaxy S24

Our Verdict: For Samsung Galaxy S24 versus Apple iPhone 16e, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The iPhone is ahead for display quality, with a sharper 457 PPI display, its Super Retina XDR OLED panel, and 128GB to 512GB storage; the Samsung is the better match for its Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel and a 4.2/5 expert-review average from 10 reviews. Software may decide it too: the Samsung is the Android choice, while the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem. The iPhone is the better fit for display quality, while the Samsung is the one to consider for simplicity.

On price there's almost nothing between them: both work out around £624 over a full contract.

Expert Rating
3.7
12 reviews
4.2
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.2"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1170 x 2532 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
457 416
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery
4,005 mAh 4,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Apple iOS Android 14
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano 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, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm 147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm
Weight
167 grams 167 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
£24.79/mo (£29.00 upfront) £22.99/mo (£49.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£387.00 £269.99
Apple iPhone 16e Apple iPhone 16e Samsung Galaxy S24 Samsung Galaxy S24
Expert Rating 3.7
12 reviews
4.2
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.2"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1170 x 2532 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 457 416
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A18 (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery 4,005 mAh 4,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Apple iOS Android 14
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano 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, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm 147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm
Weight 167 grams 167 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 £24.79/mo
£29.00 upfront
£22.99/mo
£49.00 upfront
SIM-free £387.00 £269.99
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Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 16e
Apple iPhone 16e

24 Months

128GB

Black

Refurbished

10GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£24.79 a month, £29 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy S24
Samsung Galaxy S24

24 Months

128GB

Onyx Black

Refurbished

200GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£22.99 a month, £49 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 16e or Samsung Galaxy S24 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 16e is cheaper on contract at £623.96 over the life of the deal from £24.79 per month with £29.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16e or Samsung Galaxy S24?

The Samsung Galaxy S24 has the bigger screen at 6.2" compared to the Apple iPhone 16e's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 16e has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 416, and the Apple iPhone 16e uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16e or Samsung Galaxy S24?

The Apple iPhone 16e features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 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 16e or Samsung Galaxy S24?

The Samsung Galaxy S24 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £269.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16e and Samsung Galaxy S24?

The Apple iPhone 16e is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 16e and Samsung Galaxy S24 use?

The Apple iPhone 16e is powered by the Apple A18 (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S24 uses the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16e or Samsung Galaxy S24?

The Samsung Galaxy S24 is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (167 grams vs 167 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16e or Samsung Galaxy S24?

The Apple iPhone 16e is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy S24 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 16e and Samsung Galaxy S24 run?

The Apple iPhone 16e runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy S24 runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.