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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs. Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max, Google Pixel 8 Pro, OnePlus 12: High-End Flagships Compared

How Samsung’s Galaxy S24 Ultra compares with the most expensive, non-folding phones offered by Apple, Google and OnePlus.

Samsung’s $1,300 (£1,249, AU$2,199) Galaxy S24 Ultra is the highest-end and priciest phone in the company’s lineup. Its highlights include new AI features and tweaks to its cameras.

It’s also by far the most expensive non-folding flagship phone currently available, coming in at $100 more expensive than last year’s base $1,200 Galaxy S23 Ultra and the also-$1,200 iPhone 15 Pro Max from Apple. 

You get a lot for your money, though, including the beefiest phone specs and a camera that’s likely to specialize in detailed zoom photos. The S24 Ultra has the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor and a large 6.8-inch AMOLED display. Its 200-megapixel main camera is now accompanied by a 50-megapixel telephoto camera.

While we’ll have to wait for CNET’s Galaxy S24 Ultra review to see how those specs work on a daily basis, we can compare those specs against the most expensive phones offered by other flagship phone makers. 

In the below chart, we’ve outlined what’s inside the S24 Ultra and pit it against Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro Max, Google’s Pixel 8 Pro and the OnePlus 12.

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs. Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs. Google Pixel 8 Pro vs. OnePlus 12

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra iPhone 15 Pro Max Google Pixel 8 Pro OnePlus 12
Display size, resolution 6.8-inch AMOLED; 3,120×1,440 pixels; 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate 6.7-inch OLED; 2,796×1,290 pixels; 120Hz adaptive 6.7-inch OLED; 3,120×1,440 pixels; 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate 6.82-inch OLED; 3,168×1,440 pixels; 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate
Pixel density 501 ppi 460 ppi 489 ppi 510 ppi
Dimensions (inches) 6.40 x 3.11 x 0.34 in 3.02 x 6.29 x 0.32 in 6.4 x 3.0 x 0.3 in 6.5 x 3 x 0.36 in
Dimensions (millimeters) 163 x 79 x 8.6 mm 76.7 x 159.9 x 8.25 mm 162.6 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm 164.3 x 76 x 9.2 mm
Weight (ounces, grams) 233 g (8.22 oz) 221 g (7.81 oz) 213 g (7.5 oz) 220 g (7.8 oz)
Mobile software Android 14 iOS 17 Android 14 Android 14
Camera 200-megapixel (wide), 12-megapixel (ultrawide), 10-megapixel (3x telephoto), 50-megapixel (5x telephoto) 48-megapixel (wide), 12-megapixel (ultrawide), 12-megapixel telephoto (5x optical) 50-megapixel (wide), 48-megapixel (ultrawide), 48-megapixel (telephoto) 50-megapixel (wide), 48-megapixel (ultrawide), 64-megapixel (telephoto)
Front-facing camera 12-megapixel 12-megapixel 10.5-megapixel 32-megapixel
Video capture 8K 4K 4K 8K
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 A17 Pro Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
RAM/Storage 12GB RAM + 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 12GB RAM + 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 12GB RAM + 256GB; 16GB RAM + 512GB
Expandable storage None None None None
Battery/Charger 5,000 mAh Undisclosed; Apple claims up to 29 hours of video playback (25 hours streamed) 5,050 mAh 5,400 mAh (dual-2,700 mAh)
Fingerprint sensor Under display None (Face ID) Under display Under display
Connector USB-C USB-C (USB 3.0) USB-C USB-C
Headphone jack None None None None
Special features Titanium frame, 2,600-nit peak brightness; 7 years of OS and security updates; 5G (mmWave); IP68 water resistance; wireless PowerShare to charge other devices; integrated S Pen; UWB for finding other devices; 45W wired charging (charger not included); Galaxy AI; Wi-Fi 7; Gorilla Glass Armor cover glass 5G (mmw/Sub6), Action Button, Always-On display, IP68 rating, MagSafe, Dynamic Island, 5x optical zoom (120mm equivalent),satellite connectivity, eSIM, Thread networking technology 5G (Sub 6 and mmWave); VPN by Google One; 7 years of OS, security and Feature Drop updates; front-facing camera has autofocus; 13W Qi wireless charging; 30W wired charging; USB-3.2 speeds via USB-C; IP68 dust and water resistance; Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on front and back 4,500-nit peak brightness; 80W wired charging (100W wired charging outside US); 50W wireless charging with fan dock; Wi-Fi 7; Gorilla Glass Victus 2 cover glass
Price off-contract (USD) $1,300 (256GB) $1,199 (256GB), $1,399 (512GB), $1,599 (1TB) $999 (128GB) $800 (256GB)
Price (GBP) £1,249 (256GB) £1,199 (256GB), £1,399 (512GB), £1,599 (1TB) £999 (128GB) TBD
Price (AUD) AU$2,199 (256GB) AU$2,199 (256GB), AU$2,549 (512GB), AU$2,899 (1TB) AU$1,699 (128GB) TBD

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Why Travelers Are Switching to Verum E-SIM This Summer

Why Travelers Are Switching to Verum E-SIM This Summer

Summer Travel, Freedom, and Seamless Connectivity: Why Verum E-SIM Is Becoming the New Standard for Travelers

Summer is the peak season for vacations, long-distance trips, and new experiences. Millions of people travel abroad, explore new countries, plan adventures, and try to stay connected with family, work, and social media. And in the middle of all this comes a familiar question: how do you stay online without expensive roaming or the hassle of buying local SIM cards?

The answer is already here — eSIM.

Why eSIM Is So Convenient

eSIM (embedded SIM) is a built-in digital SIM card that lets you activate mobile internet without a physical card. All you need is an app — choose a plan and connect in just a couple of minutes.

No more:

* searching for local SIM cards at airports
* paying expensive roaming fees
* swapping physical SIMs every time you travel

Now your internet travels with you.

Internet in 150+ Countries

Modern eSIM solutions provide coverage in 150+ countries worldwide, helping tourists, freelancers, and business travelers stay connected almost anywhere on the planet.

Among the services offering these capabilities:

Verum E-SIM — https://esim.verum.im
World E-SIM — https://worldesim.me
USA E-SIM — https://usa.esim.verum.im
Euro E-SIM — https://euro.esim.verum.im
Canada E-SIM — https://canada.esim.verum.im
Balkan E-SIM — https://balkan.esim.verum.im
Ukraine E-SIM — https://ukraine.esim.verum.im
London E-SIM — https://london.esim.verum.im
E-SIM Africa — https://africa.esim.verum.im

All of these services work on the same principle — fast, borderless internet without roaming stress.

Why It Matters Most in Summer

During the holiday season, roaming networks get overloaded, and prices for mobile data abroad often become an unpleasant surprise for travelers.

eSIM solves this problem:

* transparent, fixed pricing
* activation in 1–2 minutes
* stable internet while traveling
* no physical SIM cards required

Final Thoughts

Travel should be about freedom — not hunting for Wi-Fi or worrying about phone bills.

eSIM is quickly becoming the new global standard for mobile connectivity: simple, fast, and borderless.

Verum E-SIM and its partner services are part of this shift, making global connectivity accessible to everyone, everywhere.

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Episode 2 of the VERUM Mini-Series is Now Out

Episode 2 of the VERUM Mini-Series is Now Out

The story continues. Verum Messenger has released the second episode of its AI mini-series, which follows the conflict between the powerful Omega corporation, aiming to control digital communications, and a team of heroes who have chosen a different path and free communication.

The mini-series not only develops an engaging storyline but also introduces viewers to the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, showcasing technologies and tools that may redefine the future of modern communication.

The project consists of 7 episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 2 is now available. Stay tuned and don’t miss what comes next.

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Verum Messenger Launches an AI Mini-Series

Verum Messenger Launches an AI Mini-Series

Verum Messenger has unveiled a new project — a mini-series created using Verum AI. The story consists of 7 episodes and will be released on the messenger’s social media channels. 

The plot revolves around a global corporation seeking to take control of digital communications and a group of heroes who use Verum Messenger as a tool of resistance. Beyond the story itself, the series highlights the app’s key features, technologies, and advantages.

Combining entertainment with a showcase of the Verum ecosystem, the project presents a dynamic digital series designed for the modern era.

The first episode premieres today, with the remaining episodes to be released over time.

Stay tuned for more.

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