Samsung launched its Galaxy S24 vary of flagship telephones again in January. However should you thought that the lineup was full, you’d be unsuitable.
Greater than eight months later, Samsung added a brand new, extra reasonably priced mannequin to the lineup. The Galaxy S24 FE has arrived, aiming to supply all of the core options of the S24, S24+ and S24 Extremely at a extra reasonably priced value.
Right here’s every thing you might want to know in regards to the so-called ‘Fan Version’ mannequin, together with key specs, pricing and if you’ll have the ability to get your palms on one.
When will the Galaxy S24 FE be launched?
Samsung formally launched the Galaxy S24 FE alongside the Galaxy Tab S10 tablets on 26 September 2024.
The cellphone is out there to pre-order now, forward of launch on 4 October 2024.
You may pre-order one from Samsung UK and Samsung US, with different retailers additionally prone to inventory the cellphone as soon as it goes on sale.
It means the S24 FE arrives virtually precisely a yr after its predecessor. Right here’s when earlier generations had been launched – Samsung skipped the S22 FE:
How a lot does the Galaxy S24 FE price?
Right here’s how a lot the Galaxy S24 FE will price at launch:
- 128GB storage – £649/$649.99
- 256GB storage – £699/$709.99
That UK beginning value makes it costlier than the Galaxy S23 FE, however cheaper than its two predecessors.
- Galaxy S20 FE 4G: £599/€649 (Not launched within the US)
- Galaxy S20 FE 5G: £699/$699
- Galaxy S21 FE: £699/$699
- Galaxy S23 FE: £599/$579
For additional context, the common Galaxy S24 begins at £799/$799, whereas the Galaxy S24+ begins at £999/$999.
What specs and options will the Galaxy S24 FE have?
The Galaxy FE sequence telephones are designed to supply the preferred options from the most recent flagship line at a extra reasonably priced value, albeit with a number of notable downgrades in comparison with the high-end telephones.
That’s no totally different on the S24 FE, although there’s a lot to speak about.
Design & show
The Galaxy S24 FE has a really related design to the opposite S24 telephones, with a premium mix of aluminium and glass.
Similar to these fashions, a matt end provides some grip and avoids the build-up of fingerprint smudges. Sturdiness can be a precedence, with a flagship-level IP68 water and dirt resistance ranking.
Nonetheless, there are further colors to select from: Blue, Graphite, Gray, Mint and Yellow. At 213g, the S24 FE is heavier than each the S24 (167g) and S24+ (196g).
With a 6.7-inch OLED show, the cellphone has an analogous display to the S24+. Nonetheless, it drops all the way down to a barely decrease FHD+ decision, whereas no LTPO means the refresh charge can solely alter between 60- and 120Hz.
Efficiency
Beneath the hood, the Galaxy S24 FE is powered by Samsung’s personal Exynos 2400e within the UK. It is a new 4nm chipset, however it’s virtually sure to be a step down from the common Exynos 2400 discovered on UK variations of the S24 and S24+.
Nonetheless, leaker Connor Bhai prompt again in February that the S24 FE will observe these telephones in being powered by a Snapdragon chipset in North America. It’s not but clear if it will really be the principle Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, although.
There are two configuration choices, although you’re restricted to 8GB of RAM on each. It’s a straight alternative between 128- and 256GB of inside storage, and with no assist for expandable storage, you’ll must be sure to get sufficient.
Cameras
On paper, the S24 FE’s cameras are akin to the S24 and S24+. It encompasses a triple rear setup, consisting of 50Mp, f/1.8 primary, 12Mp, f/2.2 ultrawide and 8Mp, f/2.4 telephoto with 3x optical zoom.
Dropping from 12Mp to 10Mp on the telephoto is the one important distinction on the cheaper cellphone, so it’s best to nonetheless count on robust pictures.
There’s a equally small downgrade on the entrance, the place the 12Mp selfie digital camera has been changed with a 10Mp one. Nevertheless it ought to nonetheless be a stable performer for selfies and video calls.
Battery & charging
The Galaxy S24 FE encompasses a 4700mAh battery. That’s greater than the 4000mAh cell within the Galaxy S24, however smaller than the S24+’s 4900mAh capability.
Samsung says the FE’s battery “permits for lengthy, worry-free gaming classes”, however doesn’t make any particular claims as to how lengthy it’ll final. Fortuitously, battery life was a key energy of the S24+, so it ought to nonetheless be stable right here.
Charging continues to be on the gradual facet, with speeds as much as simply 25W supplied and no chargers within the field. With a suitable adapter, Samsung says you may count on “as much as 50% cost in round 30 minutes”.
The common S24 additionally solely reaches 25W speeds, however the S24+ can hit 45W.
Qi wi-fi charging and reverse wi-fi charging are additionally included, although their speeds haven’t been specified.
Connectivity
The Galaxy S24 FE isn’t fairly on the slicing fringe of cellphone connectivity, however it’s not far off. Alongside assist for Wi-Fi 6E and 5G, you additionally get Bluetooth 5.3 and NFC for contactless funds.
Whereas Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 can be good, they’re certainly not needed for most individuals.
Software program
At launch, the cellphone is operating Samsung’s One UI 6.1 pores and skin over Android 14.
This consists of loads of adjustments to the expertise on the Pixel 9, for instance, however will now be acquainted to many individuals.
A key promoting level of the cellphone is Galaxy AI, which made its debut on the opposite Galaxy S24 telephones however can be coming to the FE. These embrace picture instruments akin to generative AI edits, portrait studio for reimagining selfies, edit options and an immediate slow-mo by simply urgent and holding on the display.
Elsewhere, the next are all accessible on the cellphone: Circle to Search, Interpreter mode, Reside Translate, Chat Help, Observe Help, Transcript Help and Searching Help.
And identical to the flagship S24 telephones, the Galaxy S24 FE will obtain seven years of OS and safety updates – that’s the joint-best of any cellphone.
We’ll replace this text if extra is revealed in regards to the Galaxy S24 FE. Within the meantime, see our guides to the very best mid-range telephones or the very best Samsung telephones you should purchase proper now.
