Wide-angle camera upgraded to 50MP and includes macro function, Integrated S Pen stylus like nothing else out there, Iconic design looks even more refined, Oodles of power and solid battery life

The S24 Ultra is similar – and price-slashed to point of distraction, Macro camera function is poorly integrated at this stage, The AI upsell just isn't as comprehensive as could be

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is an exercise in refinement, showcasing the best-of-best Android has to offer in 2025. The now iconic design has been upgraded with more screen thanks to less bezel, the new rounded corners bring enhanced comfort, while...

Unified design that doesn't skimp on Ultra appeal ; Biggest screen of the lineup ; Powerful AI ; Excellent battery life

Generative AI doesn't always deliver ; Samsung still shies away from total photo-reality

The Samsung S25 Ultra deftly manages to meld the consistent Galaxy S series aesthetic with all that made previous Ultras notable, including the S Pen. But this phone is also distinctly different to all previous Ultras, thanks to deep and richly...

Large, punchy and responsive display ; New ProScaler feature has major AV potential ; Refined design looks and feels great

Needs further testing

While it requires further testing to assess its true capabilities, the S25 Ultra makes a strong first impression with its big, bold and responsive screen; and it even has a new AV feature to get excited about.

Simply outstanding performance ; Largely unchanged cameras still among the best in class ; Refined design and tougher build ; Galaxy AI finally starting to feel like a cohesive whole

Beaten on battery by cheaper rivals using newer tech ; Few meaningful hardware changes from the last-gen phone ; S Pen a downgrade on last year

An underwhelming year-on-year upgrade that makes software the star. The Galaxy S25 Ultra is still compelling, and a class leader in several areas, but doesn’t excite like previous generations.

Squared design feels more premium ; It has a luscious display ; Comprehensive camera offering

Samsung’s focus on AI is misplaced ; Screen peak brightness could be better ; It’s expensive

Amazing One UI 7 fluidity ; Stronger suite of photo-editing Galaxy AI features ; Excellent camera set ; Great battery

Nerfed S Pen, losing good features alongside Air Actions ; Minimal changes beyond its one camera and design ; Agentic Gemini AI is slightly more helpful than Skynet in Terminator movies

TL;DR version: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is one of the best lessons in understanding the right balance of privilege and responsibility of commanding a premium price tag. It’s still a powerful phone, so you’ll enjoy having it. Buy it at the Samsung...