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Samsung
Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
- 218 g
- 5000 mAh
- From $1,300
Available colors
Selected: Titanium Silver Blue
Physical specifications
6.9"
Display size
218 g
Weight
162.8 mm
Height
77.6 mm
Width
8.2 mm
Thickness
19:9
Aspect ratio
Release and pricing
- Announced
- January 22, 2025
- Released
- February 7, 2025
- Starting price
- $1,300
- Market
- US
- Configuration
- 256 GB
Display
- Display size
- 6.9"
- Display technology
- Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Refresh rate
- 120 Hz
- Protection
- Corning Gorilla Armor 2
Performance
- Chipset
- Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
- RAM
- 12 GB
- Storage
- 256 GB, 512 GB, 1024 GB
- Expandable storage
- No
Battery & charging
- Typical capacity
- 5000 mAh
- Rated capacity
- 4855 mAh
- Wired charging
- 45 W
- Charging standard
- Fast Wireless Charging 2.0, Wireless PowerShare
Cameras
- Rear cameras
- Wide · 200 MP · ƒ/1.7 · OIS; Ultra Wide · 50 MP · ƒ/1.9; Telephoto · 10 MP · ƒ/2.4 · 3x Optical Zoom · OIS; Telephoto · 50 MP · ƒ/3.4 · 5x Optical Zoom · OIS
- Front cameras
- Front · 12 MP · ƒ/2.2
Build & durability
- Frame
- Titanium
- Front
- Corning Gorilla Armor 2
- Ingress protection
- IP68
Connectivity
- Cellular
- 5G, LTE
- Wi‑Fi
- Wi‑Fi 7
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.4
- USB
- USB‑C
- NFC
- Yes
- eSIM
- Yes
Sizometry Analysis
Overall Score
8.5
out of 10
A remarkably complete Samsung flagship with a standout anti-reflective display, versatile cameras, and S Pen differentiation, held back in daily friction by size, weight, charging pace, and occasional fingerprint inconsistency.
Category scores
Camera
8.5
Versatile quad system with strong 5x reach and flexible 200MP main, though not always the IQ winner in enthusiast comparisons.
Battery and charging
8.0
5000mAh delivers dependable all-day endurance for most routines with good standby, but 45W charging trails faster rivals.
Performance
8.5
Fast routine use and gaming with improved sustained behavior versus some prior Ultras, occasional warmth under load.
Handling and portability
6.5
Large 77.6 mm width and 218 g weight make comfortable handling and portability difficult for most owners.
Build quality
9.0
Titanium chassis and Gorilla Armor earn excellent long-term durability praise; fingerprint sensor remains the main friction point.
Value
8.5
Competitive feature set and positioning for the price tier.
Strengths
- Gorilla Armor anti-reflective display for outdoor clarity
- Versatile cameras with 5x periscope and 200MP main
- S Pen productivity and titanium durability
- Strong One UI polish and first-year flagship staying power
Weaknesses
- Heavy, wide chassis limits one-handed and pocket comfort
- 45W charging not class-leading
- Fingerprint sensor occasionally inconsistent
- Boxy edges fatigue some users during long sessions
Best for
- Power users wanting S Pen, max display, and long zoom
- Outdoor users who value anti-reflective screen clarity
- Upgraders from S22 Ultra, S23 Ultra, or Note-era devices
- Owners prioritizing Samsung's most complete feature set
Less suitable for
- Buyers prioritizing compact handling and light pocket carry
- Users expecting fastest wired charging in the category
- Recent S24 Ultra owners seeking dramatic upgrades
- Shoppers frustrated by under-display fingerprint variability
Upgrade recommendation
Current device: Galaxy S22 Ultra or older
Recommendation: Strongly recommendedNotes: Display clarity, camera flexibility, efficiency, and durability gains address multi-generation pain points.
Current device: Galaxy S23 Ultra generation
Recommendation: Worth consideringNotes: Meaningful refinements in display, software, and endurance, strongest for outdoor and zoom-heavy users.
Current device: Galaxy S24 Ultra
Recommendation: Probably unnecessaryNotes: Anti-reflective panel and polish are nice upgrades but rarely described as must-change improvements.
Current device: Galaxy S25 or S25+
Recommendation: Depends on prioritiesNotes: Worth it for S Pen and 5x reach; a significant size and weight trade for ergonomics-focused owners.
Current device: iPhone Pro Max or other large flagships
Recommendation: Worth consideringNotes: Compelling for buyers wanting Android customization, stylus support, and stronger zoom versatility.
Everyday usability
Estimated from device dimensions and weight.
One-handed use
AverageOne-handed use is possible, though two hands will often feel easier.
Pocket friendliness
GoodGenerally pocket-friendly for everyday carry.
Carry comfort
HeavyHeavier in the hand; longer sessions may feel more tiring.
Reading and media
More comfortable for reading and media than compact phones.
Gaming
High-endIts processor and graphics hardware are suited to demanding games and higher visual settings.
Bottom line
The Galaxy S25 Ultra earns its reputation through a rare combination of display clarity, camera reach, S Pen utility, and titanium longevity rather than through a single headline spec. Its strongest appeal is all-day flagship capability for users who already accept Ultra-scale dimensions. The dominant trade-offs in community discourse remain width, weight, charging pace, and ergonomic edge sharpness — alongside image-quality debates that rarely diminish casual satisfaction. Shoppers upgrading from S22 or S23 Ultra gain the clearest benefits; S24 Ultra owners should weigh anti-reflective display value carefully before switching.
Models and configurations
- Storage
- 256 GB512 GB1 TB
- Connectivity
- 5GLTE
- Colors
- Titanium Silver BlueTitanium JetblackTitanium GrayTitanium White Silver
- RAM
- 12 GB
- SIM configuration
- eSIM
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