Samsung Galaxy S22 vs Samsung Galaxy S24+

Our Verdict: Samsung Galaxy S24+ is the more convincing choice if you care most about a larger 4900mAh battery, while remembering capacity is not a full battery-life test. Samsung Galaxy S22 keeps the decision close with a lighter 167g body. In practical terms, Samsung Galaxy S24+ is the better fit for battery capacity, while Samsung Galaxy S22 is easier to recommend for portability.

Over a full contract, the S22 5G works out around £433 all-in, about £462 less than the S24+.

Expert Rating
4.3
10 reviews
4.2
12 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.7"
Display
Dynamic AMOLED 2X Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1440 x 3088
Pixels Per Inch
422 509
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
10 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 2200 Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery
3,700 mAh 4,900 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Triple 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/7
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
46 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm
Weight
167 grams 196 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes Not rated
Contracts
£12.99/mo (£99.00 upfront) £71.50/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£164.97 £329.99

Prices updated 13 July 2026

Samsung Galaxy S22 Samsung Galaxy S22 Samsung Galaxy S24+ Samsung Galaxy S24+
Expert Rating 4.3
10 reviews
4.2
12 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.7"
Display Dynamic AMOLED 2X Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1440 x 3088
Pixels Per Inch 422 509
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 10 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 2200 Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery 3,700 mAh 4,900 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Triple 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/7
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 46 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm
Weight 167 grams 196 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes Not rated
Contracts £12.99/mo
£99.00 upfront
£71.50/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £164.97 £329.99
Prices updated 13 July 2026
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Samsung Galaxy S22
Samsung Galaxy S22

24 Months

128GB

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Refurbished

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£12.99 per month, £99 upfront.

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Samsung Galaxy S24+
Samsung Galaxy S24+

12 Months

256GB

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5GB

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£71.50 per month, £30 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung Galaxy S22 or Samsung Galaxy S24+ cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S22 is cheaper on contract at £433.16 over the life of the deal from £12.99 per month with £99.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S22 or Samsung Galaxy S24+?

The Samsung Galaxy S24+ has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S22's 6.1", the Samsung Galaxy S24+ has the sharper display at 509 pixels per inch versus 422, and the Samsung Galaxy S22 uses a Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S22 or Samsung Galaxy S24+?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 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 Samsung Galaxy S22 or Samsung Galaxy S24+?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £164.97.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S22 and Samsung Galaxy S24+?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S22 and Samsung Galaxy S24+ use?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 is powered by the Exynos 2200, while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ uses the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S22 or Samsung Galaxy S24+?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 is the more portable of the two: it's 29g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 46 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S22 or Samsung Galaxy S24+?

The Samsung Galaxy S22 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy S22 and Samsung Galaxy S24+ run?

Both phones run Android.