Apple iPhone Air vs Samsung Galaxy S24
The S24 is the cheaper one to own: around £511 over a typical contract, £370 less than the iPhone Air.
12 reviews 4.2
10 reviews
Prices updated 10 July 2026
Apple iPhone Air
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Samsung Galaxy S24
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| Expert Rating | 3.9 12 reviews |
4.2 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.2" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2622 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 444 | 416 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 18 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,149 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 14 |
| SIM Type | e- SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm | 147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 165 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 |
£29.99/mo
£139.00 upfront |
£19.00/mo
£10.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £589.99 | £259.95 |
| Prices updated 10 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone Air or Samsung Galaxy S24 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S24 is cheaper on contract at £511.00 over the life of the deal from £19.00 per month with £10.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone Air or Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Apple iPhone Air has the bigger screen at 6.5" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S24's 6.2", the Apple iPhone Air has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 416, and the Apple iPhone Air uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone Air or Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Apple iPhone Air 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 Air or Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £259.95.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone Air and Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Apple iPhone Air is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone Air and Samsung Galaxy S24 use?
The Apple iPhone Air is powered by the Apple A19 Pro (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 Air or Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (165 grams vs 167 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm, the Apple iPhone Air is slimmer at 5.6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone Air or Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Apple iPhone Air 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 Air and Samsung Galaxy S24 run?
The Apple iPhone Air 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.