Galaxy S25 Ultra with lighter design, brighter screen and superior AI performance, is it worth the upgrade?
When it comes to flagship Android phones, Samsung 's Galaxy S series is often the first name that comes to mind. The Galaxy S25 Ultra is considered the most advanced version, i
ntegrating many advanced features and a luxurious design. With the launch of the Galaxy S25 Ultra, many users
are wondering whether it is really superior to its predecessors, the S24 Ultra and S23 Ultra. Let's analyze the highlights of this product.
How is the Galaxy S25 Ultra different from its predecessors?
How is the Galaxy S25 Ultra different from its predecessors?
New lighter design
One of the most noticeable changes to the Galaxy S25 Ultra is its completely flat design, which makes
it look more like the standard Galaxy S models. The four corners of the device have prominent curves, making it more comfortable to hold.
Notably, the S25 Ultra is the thinnest and lightest Ultra model ever, 16g lighter than the S23 Ultra and 15g lighter
than the S24 Ultra. It also uses a titanium frame and Gorilla Glass Victus 2, promising 29% higher crack resistance.
In terms of colors, the S25 Ultra comes in Titanium Black, Titanium Gray, Titanium Silverblue, and Tita
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nium Whitesilver options, while the previous versions came in a wider variety of colors.
Bigger and brighter screen
The Galaxy S25 Ultra has a 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, which is 0.1 inches larger than the
S24 Ultra and S23 Ultra thanks to reduced bezels. The display's maximum brightness remains at 2,600 n
its, much higher than the S23 Ultra's 1,750 nits. A new feature is ProScaler, which improves detail for lower-resolution content.
The S25 Ultra has a 0.1-inch larger display than the S24 Ultra and S23 Ultra.
The S25 Ultra has a 0.1-inch larger display than the S24 Ultra and S23 Ultra.
Performance and artificial intelligence (AI)
The S25 Ultra is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, which offers better performance and power efficiency than its predecessors. The highlight is the AI Agents fe
ature, which allows the AI assistant to perform tasks between apps. Samsung also improved the Circle to Search feature and introduced Now Brief, which makes it easier for users
to keep track of schedules and notifications.
Camera Upgrade
While the camera system hasn't changed much, the ultra-wide sensor has been upgraded from 12M
P to 50MP, improving macro and low-light photography. The 200MP main sensor and telephoto lenses remain
the same. Video recording has also been improved with new noise reduction and spatial-temporal filtering.
Support software
The S25 Ultra will come with Android 15 and One UI 7 out of the box, with a promise of seven years of OS updates and security patches. This is a big advantage for those who keep their phones for a long time.
The 200MP main sensor and telephoto lenses remain the same.
The 200MP main sensor and telephoto lenses remain the same.
S Pen: Surprising Change
One notable point is that the S Pen no longer supports Bluetooth, making some features like Air Actions unavailable. Samsung says that less than 1% of users use these features.
Battery life and charging
The S25 Ultra retains the same 5,000 mAh battery capacity and 45W wired charging speeds, 15W wireless. While there are no new improvements, the performance from the Snapdragon 8 Elite should help extend battery life.
Should I upgrade?
If you’re using the S23 Ultra, the S25 Ultra offers a number of worthwhile improvements. However, if you’re using the S24 Ultra, the difference may not be enough to justify the upgrade. For first-time Ultra buyers, the S25 Ultra is the best option with its modern features and long update cycle. Meanwhile, the S23 Ultra remains a solid option at a reasonable price.
