All about excellent hardware
The OPPO Find X8 brings quality display and camera hardware to a compact flagship form factor. The 6.59-inch screen makes the Find X8 easier to hold, while still being big enough to meet your needs. It’s powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 chipset and includes a capable telephoto lens that can shoot at 3x optical zoom. At under $900, it’s a compelling alternative to the Samsung Galaxy S24.
For
- Large battery capacity with 80W fast wired charging speeds
- AMOLED LTPO display that can reach 120Hz
- Relatively compact and comfortable-to-hold design
- Powerful camera system highlighted by a 50MP main sensor and 3x optical zoom
Against
- MediaTek processor could be viewed as a downgrade compared to the Galaxy S24’s Snapdragon chip
- Doesn’t have the camera button available on the Find X8 Pro
- Hard to get in the US
Still Samsung’s latest and greatest
The Samsung Galaxy S24 didn’t bring any major improvements over the Galaxy S23, outside of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy chipset, One UI 6, and a longer software support guarantee. Those are also the three main reasons you’d want to choose it over the OPPO Find X8. Otherwise, the Galaxy S24 also has a lower price and a more compact form factor going for it.
For
- Excellent battery capacity and battery life
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy chipset
- One UI 6, Galaxy AI, and seven years of guaranteed OS upgrades
- Thin and compact form factor
Against
- Limited improvements over older Galaxy S23 models
- Old camera hardware
- Poor value proposition with limited upgrades, and Galaxy AI available on other (older) phones
OPPO’s Find X series has been a top alternative to Samsung’s Galaxy brand for a while, especially in Europe and Asia. The company’s newest base-model flagship, the OPPO Find X8, is its best yet, shipping with ColorOS 15 and plenty of OPPO AI features. So, how does it compare with Samsung’s current Galaxy S24?
The bottom line is that there are more differences than similarities between these two phones. The Find X8 has a MediaTek processor, while the Galaxy S24 has a Qualcomm processor. The Galaxy S24 is widely available in the US and supports North American cellular bands, while the Find X8 does not, and so on. If you’re lucky enough to be in a region where the OPPO Find X8 is readily available for purchase, it’s a better phone overall than the Galaxy S24 — but remember, the Samsung Galaxy S25 is right around the corner.
In this comparison, we’ll break down the differences between the Galaxy S24 and the Find X8, helping you figure out which is right for you.
OPPO Find X8 vs. Samsung Galaxy S24: Design
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The OPPO Find X8 and the Samsung Galaxy S24 are not massive flagship phones like the Find X8 Pro or the Galaxy S24 Ultra. However, the Find X8 and its 6.59-inch screen are decisively larger than the 6.2-inch Galaxy S24. Measuring 157.4 x 74.3 x 7.9 mm, the Find X8 won’t feel absurdly large in the hand. It’s significantly heavier than the Galaxy S24, which only weighs 168.1 grams and measures just 147.1 x 70.61 x 7.62 mm. By comparison, the 193-gram weight of the Find X8 is significant.
Otherwise, both phones have flat screens and rectangular chassis with curved corners. The OPPO Find X8 is available in Star Grey, Space Black, Shell Pink, and Blue, while the Galaxy S24 can be had in Onyx Black, Marble Grey, Cobalt Violet, or Amber Yellow.
In terms of durability, the Galaxy S24 is IP68 water and dust-resistant, which means it can handle submersion in shallow water for brief periods. The OPPO Find X8 meets the higher IP69 standard, testing against high-temperature and high-pressure water jets. In other words, you probably won’t notice the difference between these phones where durability is concerned.