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Is Galaxy S24 Plus (256GB) worth it?

The Galaxy S24 Plus (256GB) (2024) — a Samsung phone in the flagship tier with editorial scoring for camera, battery, performance, display, and value.

$999–$1,299Samsung · 2024 · US
Base score 85/100 (vs our catalog)· Overview

Your verdict

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Your verdict

Depends on your priorities
69/100

The Galaxy S24 Plus (256GB) may work for you, but there could be better options. It fits well within your budget for typical MSRP tiers. Casual + “value first”: we expect at least 7/10 for value for money on our rubric. This phone is below that for this combo, so we don’t show “Worth it” from other strengths alone—consider a device that scores higher on value for money.

Overview

85

vs other phones we list

Top quartile

✓ Pros

  • Balanced mix of performance and battery
  • Very capable camera system for most users
  • Good value compared with pricier flagships

✗ Cons

  • Some premium materials, telephoto, or advanced features may be reserved for top-tier models

Best for

  • Power users
  • Photography
  • Everyday flagship buyers

Camera

9

/10

Battery

9

/10

Performance

9

/10

Display

9

/10

Value

6

/10

Quick take

Solid pick overall — especially for power users.

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Price & sources

$999–$1,299 · US MSRP band · Updated 2026-03-20

Editorial 1–10 rubric (WorthScanner /methodology). Official sources anchor lineup existence and some current pricing; many older or broader entries are editorial estimates for MVP coverage.