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Samsung Galaxy A54 vs Samsung Galaxy S24

Samsung's flagship S24 ($799.99) decisively outperforms the budget-friendly A54 ($449.99) across nearly every dimension. Display quality shows the starkest difference—the S24's Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO panel reaches 2600 nits versus the A54's 1000 nits, delivering superior outdoor visibility and color accuracy. Processing power favors the S24's Exynos 2400 with its deca-core architecture and Xclipse 940 GPU, enabling smoother gaming and multitasking compared to the A54's Exynos 1380. Camera capabilities separate meaningfully: the S24 offers 8K video recording, a proper 3x optical telephoto, and superior computational photography. Battery capacity ironically favors the A54 (5000 mAh vs 4000 mAh), though the S24's efficiency likely provides similar real-world endurance while adding wireless charging. Build quality matters too—the S24 features lighter aluminum construction (167g vs 202g), improved Gorilla Glass Victus 2, and IP68 dust/water resistance. For photography enthusiasts, mobile gamers, or professionals, the S24 justifies its $350 premium. Budget-conscious users will find the A54 genuinely capable for everyday tasks, offering excellent value despite its performance handicap.

Samsung Galaxy A54
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy A54
$450
7.8/10
VS
Samsung Galaxy S24
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S24
$800
8.9/10
Winner

Full Specifications

SpecSamsung Galaxy A54Samsung Galaxy S24
SoftwareAndroid 13, One UI 5.1Android 14, One UI 6.1
Body
Weight202 g167 g
MaterialAluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 5Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2
IP ratingIP67IP68
Dimensions158.2 x 76.7 x 8.2 mm147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm
Camera
Main camera50 MP, f/1.8, OIS50 MP, f/1.8, OIS
Front camera32 MP, f/2.212 MP, f/2.2
Video4K@30fps8K@30fps, 4K@60fps
Telephoto5 MP macro10 MP 3x optical
Ultrawide12 MP, f/2.212 MP, f/2.2
Memory
RAM8 GB8 GB
Storage options128 GB, 256 GB128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh4000 mAh
Charging25W wired25W wired
Wireless charging15W
Display
Size6.4 inches6.2 inches
TypeSuper AMOLEDDynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO
Resolution2340 x 10802340 x 1080
Refresh rate120Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)10002600
Processor
CPUOcta-core (4x2.4 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz)Deca-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz + 3x2.6 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz)
GPUMali-G68 MP5Xclipse 940
ChipsetExynos 1380Exynos 2400
Connectivity
5G
NFC
USBUSB-C 2.0USB-C 3.2
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.35.3

Category Scores

Samsung Galaxy A54
Samsung Galaxy S24
Value
8.8
7.8
Camera
8.0
9.0
Battery
8.5
7.9
Display
7.5
9.3
Performance
7.2
9.1

Pros & Cons

Samsung Galaxy A54

Pros

  • IP67 dust and water resistance at mid-range price
  • Bright 120Hz Super AMOLED display
  • Large 5000 mAh battery for multi-day use
  • Four years of OS and five years of security updates
  • OIS on the main camera improves low-light shots

Cons

  • Exynos 1380 trails Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 rivals
  • No telephoto camera, only a macro lens
  • No wireless charging
  • 25W charging is slow compared to Chinese competitors

Samsung Galaxy S24

Pros

  • Compact form factor with flagship features
  • Galaxy AI suite including live translate
  • Bright 2600-nit AMOLED display
  • Seven years of software updates
  • IP68 dust and water resistance

Cons

  • Only 8 GB RAM
  • Slow 25W charging
  • Wi-Fi 6E instead of Wi-Fi 7
  • Smaller battery than rivals

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