Samsung Galaxy S24

If you want a compact, everyday Android flagship that performs like a larger phone, the Galaxy S24 is built for you — it solves the common problem of flagship power in a pocket-friendly size while keeping battery life and camera quality competitive. Popular search queries like “best compact Android phone” and “Galaxy S24 review” will quickly show this phone’s appeal to commuters, minimalists and anyone who dislikes oversized devices. ## What makes it worth it The S24 pairs Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (for Galaxy) chipset with Samsung’s Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120Hz display, so apps and games feel slick and animations stay smooth without the bulk of an Ultra. Photography is solid thanks to a 50MP main sensor with optical stabilisation and reliable colour processing, and Samsung’s optimisations mean the 4,000mAh battery delivers a full day for most users despite the modest capacity. Samsung’s commitment to seven years of Android and security updates is unusually generous and makes the S24 a safer long-term buy than most Android rivals. ## Where it falls short Charging remains modest — wired charging tops out at around 25W, which is slower than many Android competitors offering much faster charging speeds — and the S24 is an incremental update over the S23 rather than a radical redesign. Buy if you want a compact, high-performance Android phone with long-term software support; skip it if you prioritise ultra-fast charging or the largest possible screen.

£399