We asked, you told us: Here?s what you really think about the Pixel Watch

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If you?ve been following tech news lately, you?d likely know that Google is getting ready to launch its first smartwatch. The Pixel Watch, as it?s being called right now, is not a complete stranger, thanks to multiple leaks and rumors. We?ve even seen the device?s prototype in the wild, photographed extensively by someone who happened to find it in a restaurant.



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The OnePlus 12 is finally here. After waiting a few months, the global audience can access the company?s latest flagship. However, it?s not the only big-name handset to debut this month. Samsung launched the Galaxy S24 series, hoping to entice users with its fancy AI cheer. How do these high-end phones size up against each other? Find out in this Galaxy S24 vs OnePlus 12 comparison.







Samsung Galaxy S24 vs OnePlus 12: Specs

Samsung Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 PlusOnePlus 12 DisplayGalaxy S24: 6.2-inch AMOLED, FHD+ resolution (2,340 x 1,080)
Galaxy S24 Plus: 6.7-inch AMOLED, QHD+ resolution (3,120 x 1,440)

120Hz display refresh rate (1Hz-120Hz)
HDR10+6.82-inch AMOLED LTPO
QHD+ resolution (3,168 x 1,440)
120Hz display refresh rate (1Hz-120Hz)
HDR10+ ProcessorUSA: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy
Rest of the world: Samsung Exynos 2400Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 RAMGalaxy S24: 8GB LPDDR5X
Galaxy S24 Plus: 12GB LPDDR5X12GB, 16GB, or 24GB LPDDR5X StorageGalaxy S24: 128GB, or 256GB
Galaxy S24 Plus: 256GB, or 512GB256GB, 512GB, 1TB UFS 4.0 Battery and chargingGalaxy S24:
4,000mAh
25W wired charging
Galaxy S24 Plus:
4,900mAh
45W wired charging

15W wireless charging
5W reverse wireless charging
No charger in box5,400mAh battery
100W wired charging
50W wireless charging
10W reverse wireless charging
Charger in the box CamerasRear:
- 50MP main
f/1.8, OIS

- 12MP ultrawide
1.4 ?m, f/2.2, 120-degree FoV
1/2.55-inch sensor

- 10MP telephoto
3x optical zoom
1.12 ?m, f/2.4, 36-degree FoV
1/3.52-inch sensor
OIS

Front:
- 12MP
f/2.2, 80-degree FoV, AFRear:
- 50MP main
f/1.6, OIS

- 48MP ultrawide
f/2.2, AF, 120-degree FoV

- 64MP periscope
3x optical zoom
f/2.6, OIS

Selfie:
- 32MP
f/2.4 VideoRear:
8K at 24/30fps (main lens only)
4K at 30/60fps

Front:
4K at 30/60fpsRear:
8K at 24fps (main lens only)
4K at 30/60fps

Front:
4K at 30fps AudioStereo speakers
Triple mics
No 3.5mm portStereo speakers
Triple mics
No 3.5mm port Connectivity5G (mmWave + Sub6)
Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth 5.3
NFC support
USB 3.2 Gen 1
UWB (Galaxy S24 Plus only)5G (Sub6)
Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth 5.4
NFC support
USB 3.2 Gen 1 SecurityUltrasonic under-display fingerprint sensor
7 years of security updatesOptical in-display fingerprint sensor
5 years of security updates IP ratingIP68IP65 SoftwareAndroid 14
One UI 6.1Android 14
Color OS 14 MaterialsGorilla Glass Victus 2 on the front and back
Aluminum frameGorilla Glass Victus 2 on the front
Aluminum frame Dimensions and weightGalaxy S24: 147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6mm
168g

Galaxy S24 Plus: 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7mm
197g164.3 x 75.8 x 9.2mm
220g ColorsOnyx Black, Marble Gray, Cobalt Violet, Amber Yellow

Samsung.com exclusive: Jade Green, Sapphire Blue, Sandstone OrangeBlack, Green, Silver



Samsung Galaxy S24 vs OnePlus 12: Design, size comparison, and colors



The Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus take the signature S-series design and make subtle changes to it. The mid-frame is now flat, and the edges end sharper than before. But beyond that, these phones look largely like their predecessor. The phones do have a flat display, as they have in years prior.

The OnePlus 12 is in a similar position, where it closely resembles the OnePlus 11, but with a larger rear camera module and other smaller changes. The OnePlus 12 keeps its curved display.



The Galaxy S24 measures 147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6mm and weighs 167g, while the Galaxy S24 Plus measures 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7mm and weighs 197g. On the other hand, the OnePlus 12 measures 164.3 x 75.8 x 9.2mm and weighs 220g, making it larger and heavier than both the Samsung phones. The Galaxy S24 is thus suited for users who prefer smaller phones, while the OnePlus 12 is definitely only for those who like bigger phones.

The Galaxy S24 makes a lot of sense for users who want a smaller, compact phone.

As for colors, the Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus come in Onyx Black, Marble Gray, Cobalt Violet, and Amber Yellow as standard colors, and the Samsung.com exclusive Jade Green, Sapphire Blue, and Sandstone Orange colors. The OnePlus 12 comes in Black, Green, and Silver colors, though there?s a chance that the Silver color remains exclusive to China.



Samsung Galaxy S24 vs OnePlus 12: Features



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Starting with the display, the Galaxy S24 has the smallest and lowest resolution display in this comparison at Full HD+, though its smaller size lets it coast by with the lower resolution. The Galaxy S24 Plus and the OnePlus 12 are closer in specifications. All three phones come with a 120Hz variable refresh rate, so you get an excellent display no matter which phone you choose.

On the inside, you get the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy on the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus in the US. This is a slightly different Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 than what you see on the OnePlus 12, with Samsung phones getting higher clock speeds on the prime core but lower clock speeds on the other three core clusters. In regions outside of the USA, Samsung is equipping the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus with the Exynos 2400, which offers a bit less overall than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.



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The OnePlus 12 has a leg up when it comes to memory. The phone can be had with a maximum of 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. The Galaxy S24 Plus doesn?t lag too far behind, with a top offering of 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. The standard Galaxy S24 settles for a maximum of 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.

Where the OnePlus 12 has an uncontested win is in the battery life and charging department. The OnePlus 12 has a substantially larger 5,400mAh battery compared to the Galaxy S24 Plus?s 4,900mAh battery and the Galaxy S24?s even smaller 4,000mAh battery. While all phones last through the day, and the Galaxy S24 Plus would last a quarter of a day more than the Galaxy S24, you?d get a few more hours out of the OnePlus 12 in a charging cycle.



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Similarly, Samsung has stuck to slow 25W charging on the Galaxy S24 and 45W on the Galaxy S24 Plus. On the other hand, the OnePlus 12 comes with 80W wired fast charging in global markets, and 100W charging in China. There is also a compatible fast charger present in the box.

The OnePlus 12 is an all-round champion when it comes to battery and charging.

The lead extends for wireless charging too, as the OnePlus 12 has 50W wireless charging through its proprietary wireless charger, while the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus can achieve 15W wireless charging through Samsung?s proprietary solution. The OnePlus 12 even bumps up reverse wireless charging to 10W compared to 5W on the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus.

Another significant point of difference between the two phones is the camera setup. While all three phones have a 50MP sensor, the OnePlus 12 has a wider aperture that can perform better in low light, at least on paper. The gap widens with the ultrawide camera, which is a 48MP shooter on the OnePlus 12 that can capture in more details than the Galaxy S24?s 12MP sensor.

The OnePlus 12 has a significantly better camera system than the Galaxy S24.

The OnePlus 12 also has a 64MP periscope zoom lens that does 3x optical zoom, whereas the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus have a 10MP telephoto zoom. The higher MP periscope zoom lens allows for in-sensor zooming beyond the optical zoom range by cropping into a full 64MP shot, so the OnePlus 12 has the lead here again. OnePlus also equips the OnePlus 12 with a 32MP front camera, compared to the 12MP on the Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus.



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If you care about 5G in the US, and more specifically, on Verizon, then the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus?s mmWave support on Verizon models will keep you happy. The OnePlus 12 misses out on mmWave 5G, but you can still use sub-6GHz 5G in the US. OnePlus regains some of its lead with future-proof Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 support.

Another big point of difference is their IP rating. Samsung leads the way with an impressive IP68 rating on the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus, while the OnePlus 12 has an IP65 rating, which doesn?t protect against strong jets of water or sustained immersion in it.

The Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus run on One UI 6.1 based on Android 14, while the OnePlus 12 runs on Oxygen OS 14 based on Android 14.

Samsung has another lead with its software update promise. The Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus are promised seven years of platform and security updates. OnePlus hasn?t made any specific promises for the OnePlus 12 yet, but the OnePlus 11 was promised four years of platform updates and five years of security updates.



Samsung Galaxy S24 vs OnePlus 12: Price and availability



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Samsung Galaxy S24:

• 8GB + 128GB: $799.99
• 8GB + 256GB: $859.99

Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus:

• 12GB + 256GB: $999.99
• 12GB + 512GB: $1,119.99

OnePlus 12:

• 12GB + 256GB: $799.99
• 16GB + 512GB: $899.99

Samsung launched the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus on January 17, 2024. They are available to pre-order, with store availability starting January 31. Pre-order offers include a free storage upgrade, a $100 Samsung credit (if purchased through Samsung.com), and 20% off on Samsung Care Plus with Theft and Loss plan.

The OnePlus 12 was launched in China in December 2023 and globally on January 23, 2024. The phone will be offered in two configurations. The 12GB/256GB model starts at $799.99, growing by $100 for the 16GB/512GB model. Pre-orders open on January 23, 2024, with general availability from OnePlus.com, Amazon, and Best Buy starting on February 7. OnePlus offers a trade-in deal, allowing any phone in any condition for an additional $100 off the device.



Samsung Galaxy S24 vs OnePlus 12: Which should you buy?



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The Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and OnePlus 12 are all flagship phones, but there?s a clear winner when you add up the leads.

The OnePlus 12 makes a lot of sense for users who want a proper flagship that comes with comfortably overkill specifications. It offers faster charging and better battery life, among other things.

The OnePlus 12 is the better flagship, though the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus have their own draw.

Samsung reserved most of its killer specifications for the Galaxy S24 Ultra, and it becomes apparent in this comparison. Even though it can easily compete with the Galaxy S24 Plus, the OnePlus 12 is priced on par with the base Galaxy S24. For these reasons, we recommend the OnePlus 12 to users who want the best flagship.



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Where the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus lead is with their promise of software updates and better IP ratings. For Verizon users, there is also mmWave 5G support. Samsung?s ecosystem is also better laid out; it offers a lengthy software support period, and the company also has more retail presence in stores and carriers across the country. The company has become synonymous with reliability, and the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus are smartphones you buy if you want something to last a while without any trouble.

FAQs

Do the Samsung Galaxy S24 and OnePlus 12 have wireless charging?

Yes, the Samsung Galaxy S24 and OnePlus 12 have wireless charging. The Galaxy S24 supports 15W wireless charging through Samsung?s proprietary charger, while the OnePlus 12 supports 50W wireless charging through OnePlus?s wireless charger. Both support Qi charging but at lower speeds.





Are the Samsung Galaxy S24 and OnePlus 12 dual-SIM and eSIM?

Yes, the Galaxy S24 and OnePlus 12 support dual-SIM through physical SIM plus eSIM or dual eSIMs.





Do the Samsung Galaxy S24 and OnePlus 12 have a curved display?

The Samsung Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus do not have a curved display, and have flat displays instead. The OnePlus 12 has a curved display.





Do the Samsung Galaxy S24 and OnePlus 12 have a headphone jack?

No. Neither the Samsung Galaxy S24 nor the OnePlus 12 has a headphone jack.





Do the Samsung Galaxy S24 and OnePlus 12 have an SD card slot?

No. Neither the Samsung Galaxy S24 nor the OnePlus 12 has an SD card slot.










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