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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: Should You Upgrade?

Samsung’s Ultra series has long set the standard for premium smartphones, and with the arrival of the Galaxy S25 Ultra, tech enthusiasts are eager to see how it compares to its predecessor, the Galaxy S24 Ultra.

Is the S25 Ultra a game-changer, or is it simply an incremental upgrade? Let’s dive into the key differences and whether it’s worth making the switch.

Design and Display: Sleeker and Slightly Bigger

At first glance, the S25 Ultra looks nearly identical to the S24 Ultra, but Samsung has refined the design:

✔️ Slimmer & Lighter: The S25 Ultra measures 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2mm and weighs 218g, making it slightly sleeker than the S24 Ultra (162.3 x 79 x 8.6mm, 233g).

✔️ Larger Screen: The S25 Ultra now boasts a 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, up from 6.8 inches on the S24 Ultra, with the same 2,600-nit peak brightness and 120Hz refresh rate.

While the display size increase is subtle, those who love large screens for multimedia and gaming may appreciate the added real estate.

Performance and Power: The Next-Gen Beast

Samsung has introduced a significant performance boost with its latest chipset:

🔹 Processor: The S25 Ultra features the all-new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, built on a 3nm process, which promises improved speed and efficiency over the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy (4nm) in the S24 Ultra.

🔹 RAM & Storage: Both models come with 12GB RAM and storage options of 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB.

The Snapdragon 8 Elite ensures smoother multitasking, better gaming performance, and improved battery efficiency, making the S25 Ultra feel even snappier.

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Camera Upgrades: A Sharper Ultra-Wide Lens

Samsung’s Ultra lineup is known for its top-tier cameras, and the S25 Ultra brings an important tweak:

FeatureGalaxy S24 UltraGalaxy S25 Ultra
Main Camera200MP200MP
Ultra-Wide12MP50MP (Upgraded)
Telephoto (3x Zoom)10MP10MP
Periscope (5x Zoom)50MP50MP
Front Camera12MP12MP

The biggest upgrade? The ultra-wide camera jumps from 12MP to 50MP, delivering sharper, more detailed wide-angle shots—great for landscapes and group photos.

However, the main sensor and zoom lenses remain unchanged, so unless you use ultra-wide photography frequently, you may not see a dramatic improvement.

Battery & Charging: No Major Changes

Battery Life: Both phones feature a 5,000mAh battery, ensuring all-day performance.

Charging: The 45W wired charging remains, along with 15W Qi2 wireless charging. However, Qi2 now requires a magnetic case for full functionality.

Samsung hasn’t made significant changes to battery or charging speeds, meaning performance remains largely the same in this area.

S Pen & Software: A Controversial Change

One of the more unexpected downgrades in the S25 Ultra is the removal of Bluetooth from the S Pen. This means:

No air gestures
No remote camera shutter

For those who use the S Pen for remote controls, this could be disappointing. However, Samsung promises 7 years of software updates, making the S25 Ultra a long-term investment.

Should You Upgrade?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra brings subtle but meaningful refinements, including:

✅ A larger display
✅ A more powerful processor
✅ A higher-resolution ultra-wide camera

However, it removes Bluetooth from the S Pen and keeps the same zoom cameras and charging speeds, making it a less compelling upgrade for existing S24 Ultra users.

If you own an older Galaxy model like the S22 Ultra or earlier, the S25 Ultra is a powerhouse worth considering. But if you already have an S24 Ultra, the improvements might not be enough to justify the switch.

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