Samsung Galaxy S24 FE 5G AI

It scores about 1.6 million on AnTuTu, which is comfortably above what most phones at this price manage. Daily use feels fast, and demanding games have plenty of headroom.

You get optical stabilisation on the 50 MP main camera, a 12 MP ultrawide, and a proper 3x telephoto lens. That gives it more shooting flexibility than most rivals in this range.

Samsung promises 7 years of Android and security updates. That makes it a much safer buy for people planning to keep the phone for several years.

IP68 water resistance, wireless charging, reverse wireless charging, NFC, stereo speakers and Wi-Fi 6E round out the package. These are the kind of extras buyers usually have to hunt for.

The 25W charging is well behind the faster systems common at this price. It is convenient for overnight top-ups, but not ideal if you often need a quick refill.

The 4700 mAh battery is smaller than many rivals now offer in this range. It should last a day for most people, but it is not a standout endurance phone.

The 1080x2340 screen is smooth and bright, but many competitors now offer sharper 1.5K panels. That makes this display feel a little less special for the money.