Samsung Galaxy A24 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Verdict
Samsung Galaxy A24 delivers exceptional value at $249, featuring a bright 1000-nit AMOLED display, solid 50MP main camera with OIS, and respectable 90Hz refresh rate. Its 5000mAh battery with 25W charging handles daily use adequately. However, MediaTek Helio G99 performance and lack of 5G limit longevity. Xiaomi 15 Ultra ($999) operates in an entirely different tier: Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, 3200-nit display with LTPO technology, exceptional camera system with 1-inch sensor and 200MP telephoto, 90W fast charging plus 50W wireless, and IP68 durability. Build quality favors titanium over plastic. At four times the price, 15 Ultra justifies cost through flagship performance, superior imaging, and future-proof connectivity. Budget-conscious buyers should choose A24; enthusiasts demanding premium features require the 15 Ultra.
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 Xiaomi 15 Ultra if…
- →200MP periscope telephoto with 5x optical zoom rivals Galaxy S25 Ultra
- →1-inch main sensor with Leica optics produces stunning photos
- →Titanium frame gives a premium, durable build
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
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Pros
- 200MP periscope telephoto with 5x optical zoom rivals Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 1-inch main sensor with Leica optics produces stunning photos
- Titanium frame gives a premium, durable build
- 4K@120fps video recording is industry-leading
- 90W fast charging and 50W wireless on a huge 5810 mAh battery
Cons
- Heavy at 229 g and thick at 9.17 mm
- Very expensive at $999 with limited global availability
- HyperOS software experience lags behind iOS and One UI
- Camera bump is extremely large
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy A24 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (One UI 5.1) | Android 15 (HyperOS 2) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 195 g | 229 g |
| Material | Plastic frame, glass front | Titanium frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | None | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 159 x 75 x 8.3 mm | 161.1 x 75.2 x 9.17 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.63, OIS (1-inch sensor) |
| Front camera | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 32 MP, f/2.0 |
| Macro | 2 MP, f/2.4 | — |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@120fps |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 50 MP, f/2.0, 128-degree |
| Telephoto | — | 200 MP, f/2.6, 5x periscope optical zoom, OIS |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB / 6 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5810 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired | 90W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | 50W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.5 inches | 6.73 inches |
| Type | Super AMOLED | LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 3200 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 1-120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | 3200 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x2.0 GHz) | Octa-core (2x4.32 GHz + 6x3.53 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Adreno 830 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
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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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