Samsung Galaxy S24 vs Tecno Camon 30 Pro
The Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S24 and Tecno Camon 30 Pro target different market segments with distinct strengths. The Galaxy S24 features a superior 6.2-inch AMOLED display with 2600 nits peak brightness, better color accuracy, and buttery 120Hz performance thanks to the Exynos 2400 chipset. Its camera system excels with optical zoom capabilities (3x telephoto), 8K video recording, and proven computational photography. Build quality stands out with Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and an aluminum frame, plus IP68 water resistance for deeper submersion. The 25W charging feels dated for this price tier. Tecno Camon 30 Pro impresses budget-conscious buyers with a larger 6.78-inch screen, faster 70W charging, and bigger 5000 mAh battery. Its 50 MP front camera with autofocus crushes the Galaxy's 12 MP selfie lens, and the 12 GB RAM provides breathing room. However, the 1300-nit display dims considerably next to Samsung's offering, the plastic build feels less premium, and IP64 rating offers limited dust/water protection. MediaTek Dimensity 8200 handles daily tasks adequately but trails the Exynos 2400 in sustained performance. For photography enthusiasts and those prioritizing longevity, Galaxy S24 deserves your budget. If battery life and upfront savings matter most, Camon 30 Pro delivers reasonable value.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Samsung Galaxy S24 if…
- →Compact form factor with flagship features
- →Galaxy AI suite including live translate
- →Bright 2600-nit AMOLED display
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 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
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 S24 | Tecno Camon 30 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14, One UI 6.1 | Android 14 (HiOS 14) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 167 g | 190 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Plastic frame, glass back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP64 |
| Dimensions | 147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm | 162.9 x 74.9 x 7.9 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.9, OIS (Sony IMX890) |
| Front camera | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 50 MP, f/2.0, autofocus |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Telephoto | 10 MP 3x optical | — |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 2 MP, f/2.4, depth sensor |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired | 70W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.2 inches | 6.78 inches |
| Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 2436 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2600 | 1300 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Deca-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz + 3x2.6 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x3.0 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Xclipse 940 | Mali-G610 MC6 |
| Chipset | Exynos 2400 | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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