Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
SD8 Gen 3 · 200MP · Galaxy AI debut
Galaxy S25 Ultra
Snapdragon 8 Elite · 6.9″ · 200 MP
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra lands at 93 and Galaxy S25 Ultra at 93. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra if…
- ✓Galaxy AI Gen 1 features still useful
- ✓Titanium frame
- ✓Flat display vs curved predecessors
Pick Galaxy S25 Ultra if…
- ✓Huge anti-reflective 6.9″ display
- ✓200 MP sensor with 5× tele
- ✓S-Pen productivity
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPhotography
TieStills and video quality across lenses
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Battery life
TieScreen-on time and charging
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Performance
Galaxy S25 UltraChipset speed for gaming and heavy apps
Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on gpu (97 vs 92).
Display
TiePanel quality, brightness, refresh rate
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra | Galaxy S25 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.8″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 2600 nits | ▲ 6.9″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 3120×1440 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy | Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy |
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage | 256 / 512 GB / 1 TB | 256 / 512 GB / 1 TB |
| Rear camera | 200 MP main + 12 MP UW + 50 MP 5× + 10 MP 3× | 200 MP + 50 MP 5× + 10 MP 3× + 50 MP UW |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired, 15W wireless | 45W wired, 15W wireless |
| OS | One UI 6.1 | Android 15, One UI 7 |
| Weight | 233 g | ▲ 218 g |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Front camera | — | 12 MP |
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
- +Galaxy AI Gen 1 features still useful
- +Titanium frame
- +Flat display vs curved predecessors
- −Massive at 233g
- −Tele zoom regressed from S23 Ultra
- −Premium pricing
Galaxy S25 Ultra
- +Huge anti-reflective 6.9″ display
- +200 MP sensor with 5× tele
- +S-Pen productivity
- −Pricey storage tiers
- −AI features still maturing
- −Heavier in hand
FAQ: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Galaxy S25 Ultra
Which is better, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or Galaxy S25 Ultra? +
Both score 93 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra worth the price? +
At $1,299, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in camera.
Is Galaxy S25 Ultra worth the price? +
At $1,299, Galaxy S25 Ultra delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in gpu.
Does Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or Galaxy S25 Ultra last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for performance, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or Galaxy S25 Ultra? +
Galaxy S25 Ultra — leads on gpu (97 vs 92). Chipset speed for gaming and heavy apps.