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Motorola Moto G Power (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy S24+

Samsung's Galaxy S24+ commands a significant price premium that translates into meaningful advantages across several categories. Both phones share a 6.7-inch display and 50MP main camera, but the S24+ delivers a vastly superior AMOLED panel (2600 nits vs 400 nits, QHD vs FHD resolution) with LTPO technology for smoother scrolling. Performance differs substantially—Exynos 2400 significantly outpaces MediaTek Dimensity 7020, offering faster app loading and gaming capabilities. Photography improves with telephoto lens inclusion, 8K video recording, and superior computational photography. Build quality favors Samsung with premium aluminum frame and IP68 rating versus plastic construction and IP52. Battery capacity slightly edges Moto G Power (5000mAh vs 4900mAh), though faster 45W charging offsets this. For demanding users prioritizing display quality, photography, and long-term performance, Samsung justifies its $700 price difference. Budget-conscious consumers accepting compromises will find the Moto G Power delivers respectable performance and satisfying 120Hz display at one-third the cost.

VS
Samsung Galaxy S24+
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S24+
$1,000
8.9/10
Winner

Full Specifications

SpecMotorola Moto G Power (2024)Samsung Galaxy S24+
SoftwareAndroid 14Android 14, One UI 6.1
Body
Weight183 g196 g
MaterialPlastic frame, vegan leather backAluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2
IP ratingIP52IP68
Dimensions167.2 x 76.5 x 8.5 mm158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm
Camera
Main camera50 MP, f/1.8, OIS50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Front camera16 MP, f/2.412 MP, f/2.2
Video1080p@30fps8K@30fps, 4K@60fps
Ultrawide8 MP, f/2.2, 118-degree12 MP, f/2.2
Telephoto10 MP 3x optical
Memory
RAM8 GB12 GB
Storage options128 GB, 256 GB256 GB, 512 GB
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh4900 mAh
Charging30W wired45W wired
Wireless charging15W wireless15W
Display
Size6.7 inches6.7 inches
TypeLCD IPSDynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO
Resolution2400 x 10803120 x 1440
Refresh rate120Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)4002600
Processor
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 + 6x2.0 GHz A55)Deca-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz + 3x2.6 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz)
GPUMali-G57 MC2Xclipse 940
ChipsetMediaTek Dimensity 7020Exynos 2400
Connectivity
5G
NFC
USBUSB-C 2.0USB-C 3.2
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth5.35.3

Category Scores

Motorola Moto G Power (2024)
Samsung Galaxy S24+
Value
8.4
7.2
Camera
7.5
8.8
Battery
7.6
7.8
Display
6.5
9.5
Performance
6.8
9.2

Pros & Cons

Motorola Moto G Power (2024)

Pros

  • All-day 5000 mAh battery
  • Wireless charging at a budget price
  • Premium-feeling vegan leather back
  • 120Hz display refresh rate
  • Clean near-stock Android experience

Cons

  • LCD panel is dim at 400 nits
  • Modest Dimensity 7020 performance
  • Only 1080p video recording
  • IP52 splash resistance only

Samsung Galaxy S24+

Pros

  • Upgraded QHD+ display with 2600-nit peak brightness
  • Galaxy AI features like Circle to Search
  • 12 GB RAM standard
  • Strong battery life from 4900 mAh cell
  • Seven years of software updates

Cons

  • Exynos 2400 runs hotter than Snapdragon variants
  • No telephoto improvement over S23+
  • Heavier than the Pixel 8 Pro alternatives
  • 45W charging unchanged

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