Galaxy S25 Ultra vs …
Every smartphones worth comparing against the Galaxy S25 Ultra — side-by-side specs, benchmarks, and the full Specdex verdict on each pairing.
Step-up options (higher score)
Close matchups (within 3 points)
Cheaper alternatives
Cross-brand rivals (Samsung vs the field)
The closest non-Samsung matchups by Specdex score — the ecosystem-crossing comparisons spec sites usually skip.
Frequently asked
What's better than the Galaxy S25 Ultra? +
Higher-scoring smartphones include iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 16 Pro Max 128GB (Unlocked), iPhone 16 Pro Max 128GB (US Carrier). Each scores above the Galaxy S25 Ultra's 93/100 on the Specdex weighted rubric.
What's a cheaper alternative to the Galaxy S25 Ultra? +
Cheaper alternatives in the same category include iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 16 Pro Max 128GB (Unlocked), iPhone 16 Pro Max 128GB (US Carrier) — ranked by Specdex score among options priced below the Galaxy S25 Ultra's $1,299 MSRP.
What's the closest competitor to the Galaxy S25 Ultra? +
The closest matchups (within 3 Specdex points) are iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 16 Pro Max 128GB (Unlocked), iPhone 16 Pro Max 128GB (US Carrier). These are the head-to-head rivals where sub-score differences matter most.
What are the non-Samsung alternatives to the Galaxy S25 Ultra? +
The closest non-Samsung rivals by Specdex score are iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB (Unlocked), iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB (US Carrier), iPhone 16 Pro Max 256GB (European). Cross-brand pairings compare on the same weighted rubric, so ecosystem differences show up in the sub-scores rather than hiding behind marketing tiers.