Samsung has introduced its Galaxy S24 series into the Certified Re-Newed program in the U.S., featuring repairs with genuine parts, a new battery, and a one-year warranty. The S24 supports seven major updates, including Android 15 and One UI 7. Pricing starts at $1,020 for the S24 Ultra, with trade-in options available. For refurbished models, the Galaxy S24 begins at $620. In comparison with the Galaxy S25, the S24 offers cost savings despite fewer features like RAM and design thickness. Meanwhile, the new Pixel 9a faces competition from its higher-end counterpart, the Pixel 9, which sees fluctuating prices.
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This week, Samsung revealed that the Galaxy S24 series is now part of the Certified Re-Newed program in the US. These devices have been refurbished by Samsung technicians using 100% authentic components, come with a brand new battery, and include a one-year manufacturer warranty.
It’s also notable that the S24 series is set to receive 7 major updates – Android 15/One UI 7 is currently being rolled out (after a brief delay), leaving six more years of updates. The real question is whether the additional cost of the new models justifies the upgrade.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra starts at $1,020, while the 512GB edition is priced at $1,140. On Samsung.com, there’s a promotion for a complimentary storage upgrade, allowing the 512GB model to be purchased at the 256GB price of $1,300. Additionally, you can receive up to $630 in trade-in credit if you have an old device to exchange. However, Amazon offers a more attractive no-trade-in price of $1,220 for the 512GB version – just $80 more than the refurbished S24 Ultra.
We also feature an in-depth comparison article and video between the Galaxy S24 Ultra and S25 Ultra, which can help you determine the better choice. Often, the newer model isn’t always superior – just compare the S Pen features. The new version has a marginally larger and flatter display (6.9” versus 6.8”) and a 50MP ultra-wide camera, but the significant upgrade lies in the chipset (Snapdragon 8 Elite versus 8 Gen 3).
The refurbished Samsung Galaxy S24 begins at $620 for the 128GB variant, with the 256GB option available for an additional $50. Samsung.com also has a similar free storage upgrade offer for the Galaxy S25, meaning that the renewed S24 is $130 less expensive than a brand new S25 when comparing the 256GB models.
For a thorough comparison, check out our head-to-head article and video on the Galaxy S24 vs. S25. In summary, the new chipset includes more RAM (12GB versus 8GB) and features a sleeker design (7.2mm compared to 7.6mm), along with slightly improved battery life.
Currently, there are no renewed Galaxy S24+ models available, so let’s briefly consider the Galaxy S25+. Both Samsung.com and Amazon list the 256GB version, with Samsung providing up to $630 in trade-in credit.
Lastly, let’s take a glance at Google’s new mid-range offering. The Pixel 9a is still too fresh for significant discounts, but Best Buy is bundling a $100 gift card, which is quite close.
However, deals on the higher-end Pixel 9 have become scarce – just last week, the 128/256GB versions were available for $650/$700, but now the base model is at $800. While it’s $150 pricier than the “a” model, it’s a decision worth considering; wait for a few weeks if you can for better Pixel 9 deals to come back.
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