Should you buy Samsung Galaxy S24 in 2026?
Probably not: the newer Samsung Galaxy A57 costs only ₹7,000 more and is better (rated 7.6/10 vs 7.2/10).
Compare Samsung Galaxy S24 with Samsung Galaxy A57 →- 5 years of promised software updates left.
- Price unchanged since we started tracking it.
₹55,999 today, checked 26 October 2026. Our verdict combines 2 published reviews and tests (listed under Sources) with our daily price checks. We haven't tested this phone in hand yet.
What Samsung Galaxy S24 owners report
- Many owners say the battery drains much faster after the One UI 9 update, mostly while the phone is idle. Samsung has not confirmed a fix yet. androidauthority.com
Points raised by several owners on forums and Reddit, in our words. They come from owners, not our own testing. Last read 25 October 2026.
Price unchanged since we started tracking it.
Older but still a smart buy: launched 2024, with about 5 years of updates left.
Buy it if
- You play heavy games or keep many apps open
- You keep a phone for years (7 years of updates)
- You want a phone that's easy to use one-handed
Skip it if
- You're a heavy user: the battery may not last a full day
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Better for some buyers
- Google Pixel 10a (₹55,999): A tough, compact Pixel with a flat back, a bright screen, strong battery and seven years of updates.Compare
- OnePlus 15R (₹54,999): A fast, tough phone with one of the longest-lasting batteries you can buy.Compare
- OnePlus 13s (₹54,999): A small flagship with a big battery and a top Snapdragon chip, made for India.Compare
Common questions
- Is Samsung Galaxy S24 worth buying in 2026?
- Probably not: the newer Samsung Galaxy A57 costs only ₹7,000 more and is better (rated 7.6/10 vs 7.2/10). 5 years of promised software updates left. Price unchanged since we started tracking it.
- Who should not buy Samsung Galaxy S24?
- You're a heavy user: the battery may not last a full day
- Who is Samsung Galaxy S24 best for?
- You play heavy games or keep many apps open. You keep a phone for years (7 years of updates). You want a phone that's easy to use one-handed.
- What should I buy instead of Samsung Galaxy S24?
- Google Pixel 10a at ₹55,999 is the closest rival. A tough, compact Pixel with a flat back, a bright screen, strong battery and seven years of updates.
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