Galaxy S24+ 256GB
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 · One UI · 256GB
iPhone 16
A18 · 6.1″ OLED · Camera Control
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Galaxy S24+ 256GB lands at 89 and iPhone 16 at 89. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Galaxy S24+ 256GB if…
- ✓Large AMOLED display
- ✓S-Pen or DeX productivity (on Ultra/Note)
- ✓Many storage tiers
Pick iPhone 16 if…
- ✓Great value flagship
- ✓Apple Intelligence ready
- ✓Best small-phone experience
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPhotography
Galaxy S24+ 256GBStills and video quality across lenses
Galaxy S24+ 256GB leads on camera (91 vs 88).
Battery life
TieScreen-on time and charging
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Performance
iPhone 16Chipset speed for gaming and heavy apps
iPhone 16 leads on cpu (94 vs 89).
Display
Galaxy S24+ 256GBPanel quality, brightness, refresh rate
Galaxy S24+ 256GB leads on display (91 vs 82).
Value for money
iPhone 16Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
iPhone 16 more score per dollar ($799 vs $1,099).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Galaxy S24+ 256GB | iPhone 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Apple A18 |
| Storage | ▲ 256GB | 128/256/512 GB |
| OS | Android 14 | iOS 18 |
| Release year | 2024 | — |
| Display | — | 6.1″ OLED 60Hz |
| RAM | — | 8 GB |
| Battery | — | 3561 mAh |
| Charging | — | 20W + MagSafe |
| Weight | — | 170 g |
Galaxy S24+ 256GB
- +Large AMOLED display
- +S-Pen or DeX productivity (on Ultra/Note)
- +Many storage tiers
- −One UI can be heavy
- −Pricey top trims
- −Update speed trails Pixel
iPhone 16
- +Great value flagship
- +Apple Intelligence ready
- +Best small-phone experience
- −60Hz display still
- −8 GB RAM minimum for AI
- −No ProMotion
FAQ: Galaxy S24+ 256GB vs iPhone 16
Which is better, Galaxy S24+ 256GB or iPhone 16? +
Both score 89 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Galaxy S24+ 256GB worth the price? +
At $1,099, Galaxy S24+ 256GB delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in camera.
Is iPhone 16 worth the price? +
At $799, iPhone 16 delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in cpu.
Does Galaxy S24+ 256GB or iPhone 16 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for photography, Galaxy S24+ 256GB or iPhone 16? +
Galaxy S24+ 256GB — leads on camera (91 vs 88). Stills and video quality across lenses.
Which is better for performance, Galaxy S24+ 256GB or iPhone 16? +
iPhone 16 — leads on cpu (94 vs 89). Chipset speed for gaming and heavy apps.