Motorola Moto G35 vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a massively higher-resolution main camera, 200MP against the Motorola Moto G35's 50MP, and the S24 Ultra goes up to 1TB of storage, where the Moto G 35 tops out at 128GB. The S24 Ultra has the sharper display at 501 PPI to 392, and the S24 Ultra uses an OLED panel, which gives it richer contrast than the Moto G 35's LCD. Get the S24 Ultra if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the Moto G 35 covers the basics for less.
The Moto G 35 is the cheaper one to own: around £689 over a typical contract, £215 less than the S24 Ultra.
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Prices updated 10 July 2026
Motorola Moto G35
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
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| Expert Rating | 3.5 8 reviews |
4.6 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.72" | 6.8" |
| Display | IPS LCD | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1440 x 3088 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 392 | 501 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 16 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Unisoc T760 (6 nm) | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Android | Android 14 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 166.3 x 76 x 7.8 mm | 162.3 x 79 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight | 188 grams | 232 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP - Water-repellent coating | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£14.47/mo
£65.00 upfront |
£35.00/mo
£19.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | - | £399.99 |
| Prices updated 10 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Moto G35 or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Moto G35 is cheaper on contract at £689.42 over the life of the deal from £14.47 per month with £65.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Motorola Moto G35 or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has the sharper display at 501 pixels per inch versus 392, and the Motorola Moto G35 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Moto G35 or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Motorola Moto G35 features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a 200 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
What storage options are available for the Motorola Moto G35 and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Motorola Moto G35 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Motorola Moto G35 and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra use?
The Motorola Moto G35 is powered by the Unisoc T760 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Moto G35 or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Motorola Moto G35 is the more portable of the two: it's 44g lighter at 188 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 166.3 x 76 x 7.8 mm, and is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Moto G35 or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Motorola Moto G35 is rated IP - Water-repellent coating, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Motorola Moto G35 and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra run?
The Motorola Moto G35 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 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.