Samsung Galaxy A52 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Our Verdict: The Galaxy A52 5G and Galaxy S24 Ultra are both from the same brand, but the A52 5G is a mid-range phone and the S24 Ultra a flagship. The S24 Ultra has the better camera on paper, 200MP versus 64MP, and the S24 Ultra has the bigger battery of the two, 5000mAh against 4500mAh, which usually means longer between charges. The S24 Ultra has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.5" and sharper at 501 PPI, and storage goes higher on the S24 Ultra, up to 1TB against 128GB. Only pay up for the S24 Ultra if you'll use what it offers; if not, the A52 5G makes more sense.
Prices updated 26 July 2026
Samsung Galaxy A52 5G
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
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| Screen | 6.5" | 6.8" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1440 x 3088 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 405 | 501 |
| Rear Camera | 64 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Android 11 | 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 | 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm | 162.3 x 79 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight | 187 grams | 232 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP67 - Dust and water resistant | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
£16.75/mo
£10.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | - | £429.99 |
| Prices updated 26 July 2026 | ||
| Deals | Deals | |
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
£16.75 per month, £10 upfront.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has the sharper display at 501 pixels per inch versus 405, and the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G features a 64 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 Samsung Galaxy A52 5G and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra use?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750 5G, 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 Samsung Galaxy A52 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 45g lighter at 187 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant, 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 Samsung Galaxy A52 5G and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra run?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G runs Android 11 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.