Motorola Signature vs Samsung Galaxy S24+

Our Verdict: Samsung Galaxy S24+ and Motorola Signature suit different priorities. The Motorola is stronger for display quality, helped by its LTPO AMOLED panel, a higher-resolution 50MP front camera, and its IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.2m for 30 min rating, while the Samsung is better suited to a sharper 509 PPI display and its Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel. Choose the Motorola for display quality; choose the Samsung if simplicity matters more.

Over a full contract, the Motorola Signature works out around £825 all-in, about £73 less than the Samsung Galaxy S24+.

Expert Rating
4.1
10 reviews
4.2
12 reviews
Screen
6.8" 6.7"
Display
LTPO AMOLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1264 x 2780 1440 x 3088
Pixels Per Inch
449 509
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8845 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery
5,200 mAh 4,900 mAh
Storage
512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android 16 Android
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/6/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
162.1 x 76.4 x 7 mm 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm
Weight
186 grams 196 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.2m for 30 min Not rated
Contracts
£19.99/mo (£319.00 upfront) £71.50/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£847.00 £349.00
Motorola Signature Motorola Signature Samsung Galaxy S24+ Samsung Galaxy S24+
Expert Rating 4.1
10 reviews
4.2
12 reviews
Screen 6.8" 6.7"
Display LTPO AMOLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1264 x 2780 1440 x 3088
Pixels Per Inch 449 509
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8845 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery 5,200 mAh 4,900 mAh
Storage 512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android 16 Android
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/6/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 162.1 x 76.4 x 7 mm 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm
Weight 186 grams 196 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.2m for 30 min Not rated
Contracts £19.99/mo
£319.00 upfront
£71.50/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £847.00 £349.00
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Motorola Signature
Motorola Signature

24 Months

512GB

Carbon Black

200GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£19.99 per month, £319 upfront.

Use code: SAVING10 (£10 off)

Samsung Galaxy S24+
Samsung Galaxy S24+

12 Months

256GB

Onyx Black

Refurbished

5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£71.50 per month, £30 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Signature or Samsung Galaxy S24+ cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Signature is cheaper on contract at £824.76 over the life of the deal from £19.99 per month with £319.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Signature or Samsung Galaxy S24+?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the Samsung Galaxy S24+ has the sharper display at 509 pixels per inch versus 449, and the Motorola Signature uses a LTPO AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Signature or Samsung Galaxy S24+?

The Motorola Signature features a 50 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 Motorola Signature or Samsung Galaxy S24+?

The Samsung Galaxy S24+ is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £349.00.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Signature and Samsung Galaxy S24+?

The Motorola Signature is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Motorola Signature and Samsung Galaxy S24+ use?

The Motorola Signature is powered by the Qualcomm SM8845 Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (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 Motorola Signature or Samsung Galaxy S24+?

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Signature is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy S24+ is more compact. It's 10g lighter at 186 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy S24+ is actually the more compact phone at 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm, the Motorola Signature is slimmer at 7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Signature or Samsung Galaxy S24+?

The Motorola Signature is rated IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.2m for 30 min, while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Motorola Signature and Samsung Galaxy S24+ run?

The Motorola Signature runs Android 16 and the Samsung Galaxy S24+ runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.