Recommending the Galaxy S24 FE or not is a bit tough at this point. You see, it’s a good phone until you see the price. We’re seeing plenty of great phones at the same price or cheaper that offer better camera and software performance, like the OnePlus 12R .

There are also new Galaxy tablets and an LTE Watch FE.

The Galaxy S24 FE has a long list of small compromises that shave a lot off the price compared to the Galaxy S24+. But it doesn’t sacrifice any of the Galaxy AI features, which might be the most important thing for you.

Samsung notes that “FE” stands for “Fan Edition” which is a curious admission that fans prefer to pay less for its phones. But we feel the S24 FE’s initialism is probably something more cluey about what it offers: it’s flagship and economical, making it a win for budget conscious Android buyers.

Galaxy S24 FE features a vivid 6.7-inch AMOLED display for streaming. It offers an all-day battery life that exceeds that of the Galaxy S24. Users get a robust camera array, though the Exynos 2400e chipset is a drawback.

If the standard Galaxy S24 is aimed at those with little hands, the Galaxy S24 FE is one for those with thrifty budgets.