Samsung Galaxy A24 vs Tecno Camon 30 Pro
The Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A24 delivers solid everyday performance with a vibrant 90Hz Super AMOLED display and reliable 50MP main camera, making it an excellent budget choice at $249. Tecno Camon 30 Pro significantly elevates the experience with a faster MediaTek Dimensity 8200 processor, 120Hz 1300-nit AMOLED screen, superior 50MP front camera with autofocus, 4K video recording, 5G connectivity, IP64 dust and water resistance, and blazingly fast 70W charging. The Camon 30 Pro also offers double the RAM (12GB) and substantially more storage (up to 512GB). While the Galaxy A24 excels in value for basic users, Tecno Camon 30 Pro justifies its $100 premium with meaningful upgrades across display, performance, camera versatility, and durability. For users prioritizing longevity and modern features, Camon 30 Pro is the superior choice.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Samsung Galaxy A24 if…
- →Super AMOLED display is rare at this price — vivid colors and deep blacks
- →OIS on main camera improves low-light and video stability
- →5000 mAh battery lasts well over a day
Buy the Tecno Camon 30 Pro if…
- →Sony IMX890 main sensor punches above its weight for the price
- →50MP front camera is excellent for selfie enthusiasts
- →70W fast charging is generous in the budget segment
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy A24
Pros
- Super AMOLED display is rare at this price — vivid colors and deep blacks
- OIS on main camera improves low-light and video stability
- 5000 mAh battery lasts well over a day
- 90Hz refresh rate for smoother scrolling
- 25W charging is reasonable for the price class
Cons
- No 5G support — 4G LTE only
- Helio G99 struggles with demanding games
- No water resistance or IP rating
- Video recording limited to 1080p at 30fps
- Ultrawide camera at 8 MP is low resolution
Tecno Camon 30 Pro
Pros
- Sony IMX890 main sensor punches above its weight for the price
- 50MP front camera is excellent for selfie enthusiasts
- 70W fast charging is generous in the budget segment
- Thin and lightweight design at 7.9 mm and 190 g
- 12 GB RAM handles multitasking smoothly
Cons
- No real ultrawide camera — the 2MP depth sensor is useless
- HiOS software is heavily skinned with bloatware
- IP64 splash resistance is minimal protection
- Limited brand presence means fewer accessories and service centers
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A24 | Tecno Camon 30 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (One UI 5.1) | Android 14 (HiOS 14) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 195 g | 190 g |
| Material | Plastic frame, glass front | Plastic frame, glass back |
| IP rating | None | IP64 |
| Dimensions | 159 x 75 x 8.3 mm | 162.9 x 74.9 x 7.9 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.9, OIS (Sony IMX890) |
| Front camera | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 50 MP, f/2.0, autofocus |
| Macro | 2 MP, f/2.4 | — |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 2 MP, f/2.4, depth sensor |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB / 6 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired | 70W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.5 inches | 6.78 inches |
| Type | Super AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 2436 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | 1300 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x2.0 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x3.0 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G610 MC6 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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