After using all three phones, I think the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE might be worth $150 more than the Google Pixel 8a and OnePlus 12R

The chip may once again be the sole differentiator for the Galaxy S25 Ultra because rumors hint it will likely stick with the same 5,000 mAh battery, so the Snapdragon 8 Elite will need to prove it’s better here if the S25 Ultra intends to overtake the iPhone 16 Pro Max.

Let's briefly review the hardware differences between the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE and the Google Pixel 8a. The Galaxy S24 FE has a 50MP, f/1.8 main camera that joins a 12MP, f/2.2 ultra-wide and a 3x telephoto lens. Meanwhile, the Pixel 8a comes with a 64MP, f/1.89 main shooter and a 13MP f/2.2 wide lens.

Commentary: Samsung's cheapest Galaxy S phone doesn't skimp on its cameras. This is how the phone handled all of the challenging photography situations I threw its way.

The data also shows some promising results for the Galaxy S24, which launched in January this year. In the six months since its release, the Galaxy S24 range has depreciated by 50.4%, whereas the Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S22 lost 54.1% and 54.4% in value in the same period.

The Galaxy S24 FE feels more like a flagship than the Pixel 8a. Its design mirrors Samsung's more expensive phones, while the Pixel 8a feels like a mid-range device. That isn't a knock on the Pixel 8a. However, if you're looking for something more like a Galaxy S24+ without paying that kind of money, the Galaxy S24 FE has you covered.

Compare Samsung Galaxy S24 vs. S24+ vs. S24 Ultra. Learn key differences in design, performance, and features to find your perfect Galaxy model.

Free accessories are another way to reduce the phone's price - and in the case of the S24 FE, there's a regular discount too.