These three Samsung smartphones clearly differ in terms of design. The Galaxy S24 FE 5G and the Galaxy S24 Ultra adopt a refined aesthetic with photo sensors appearing to be “placed” on the rear shell, matching the color of the back. The Galaxy S24 FE is available in graphite, blue, yellow and green, while the Ultra offers more sober colors: black, gray, purple and amber. The Galaxy Z Flip6, for its part, offers a foldable design in clamshell format, with a compact exterior screen accompanied by two photo sensors positioned next to it. It stands out with varied color options including yellow, silver, mint, blue, black, white and peach.
In terms of size, the Galaxy S24 Ultra is the largest with a height of 162.3 mm, while the Galaxy Z Flip6, when folded, is particularly compact at only 85.1 mm in height. In terms of weight, the Galaxy Z Flip6 is also the lightest with 187 g, compared to 213 g for the S24 FE and 232 g for the Galaxy S24 Ultra.
For profiles, the three models display flat edges, but the Galaxy Z Flip6 adds a touch of originality with its folding hinge capable of withstanding 200,000 manipulations. Finally, all benefit from waterproof certification, although that of the Galaxy Z Flip6 (IP48) is less advanced than that of the other models (IP68).
Which is the most powerful and which is the best screen?
On the processor side, the Galaxy S24 Ultra and Galaxy Z Flip6 are equipped with the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, but the Flip model is specifically optimized for Galaxy. The Galaxy S24 FE 5G, meanwhile, features the Exynos 2400e, slightly behind in terms of raw power. The performance ranking therefore places the Galaxy S24 Ultra at the top, followed by the Galaxy Z Flip6, with the Galaxy S24 FE 5G in third position. In RAM, the Galaxy S24 Ultra and the Galaxy Z Flip6 offer 12 GB of RAM, compared to 8 GB for the Galaxy S24 FE, virtually expandable by 8 GB. On the storage side, the first two offer up to 1 TB and 512 GB respectively , while the FE model is limited to 256 GB with no possibility of expansion.
The AMOLED screens of the three models display a refresh rate of 120 Hz for optimal fluidity. The Galaxy S24 Ultra, however, stands out for its exceptional definition of 1440×3120 pixels and a record peak brightness of 2600 cd/m², even surpassing the Galaxy Z Flip6. The latter offers a dual screen: a 3.4-inch exterior and a 6.7-inch interior. The Galaxy S24 FE, with a brightness of 1900 cd/m² and a classic definition of 1080×2340 pixels, remains a solid but less vibrant option. In conclusion, the Galaxy S24 Ultra offers the most impressive display, followed closely by the Galaxy Z Flip6, while the Galaxy S24 FE takes third place.
What configurations for photos and what connectivity?
The Galaxy S24 Ultra stands out with its 200-megapixel main sensor and two telephoto lenses (50-megapixel and 10-megapixel) offering impressive optical zooms (5x and 3x). The Z Flip6, although simpler with two sensors of 50 megapixels and 12 megapixels, shines with its ability to capture creative shots thanks to its foldable format. The S24 FE offers a trio of versatile, but less efficient, sensors. For selfies, the three models remain balanced with 12 megapixel sensors for the S24 and 10 megapixels for the Flip.
All models support 5G, Wi-Fi 6E or 7, and Bluetooth 5.3, but none include a jack or infrared transmitter. The fingerprint readers are located under the screen for the S24 models, while the one on the Flip is integrated into the power button.
What about autonomy and charging capabilities?
Battery capacity varies: 5000 mAh for the Galaxy S24 Ultra, 4700 mAh for the Galaxy S24 FE, and 4000 mAh for the Galaxy Z Flip6. Although autonomy depends on usage, the Galaxy S24 Ultra is best equipped to last. In terms of charging, the Ultra takes the advantage with fast charging at 45 W, compared to 25 W for the other two. Finally, all three support wireless charging, but with a maximum power of 15 W for the Flip and 10 W for the others.
