Okay, friend… if you’re still on the S24 Ultra and telling yourself, “This is still fine, I don’t need a new one,”
that’s true. But the Galaxy S25 Ultra is the kind of upgrade that makes you whisper:
“Wait… it feels so comfy to hold.”
“Wait… the ultra-wide is so clear.”
“Wait… why does it feel so chill even when I’m using it heavily?” 😭
These are the upgrades you’ll actually feel (compared to the S24 Ultra).
1) Design glow-up: more rounded, thinner, more “premium without hurting your palm”
The S25 Ultra has sleek rounded edges and it’s thinner than the S24 Ultra—small change, but a big deal for everyday handling.
Plus, it still has the titanium frame + built-in S Pen, so the “Ultra” vibe is still very real (work + notes + quick edits).
Bonus: the screen is a 6.9-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X (bigger than the S24 Ultra’s 6.8″).
2) Display: 2600 nits + adaptive 1–120Hz (the “scroll feels amazing” + “visible under blazing sun” combo)
S25 Ultra brings Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1–120Hz adaptive refresh, plus Vision Booster for better outdoor visibility.
If you’re into YouTube, maps, and outdoor errands—this is the kind of low-key upgrade you’ll appreciate every day.
3) Performance + cooling: Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy + bigger vapor chamber (aka “it doesn’t cry from heat”)
This is the “power + stability” upgrade.
The S25 series uses a 3nm processor customized for Galaxy (Snapdragon® 8 Elite for Galaxy).
It also has ray tracing + Vulkan optimization for smoother gaming.
And importantly: a larger vapor chamber + new thermal interface material (TIM) so it stays cooler even under heavy use.
So if you’re a gamer, content creator, or hardcore multitasker… expect less “lag + heat” drama.
4) A very obvious camera upgrade: 50MP Ultra-Wide (from the S24 Ultra’s 12MP)
This is the part where you go: “Ah okay… so that’s why it looks more detailed.”
S25 Ultra camera setup (official specs):
- 200MP Wide
- 50MP Ultra-Wide
- 50MP 5x telephoto
- 10MP 3x telephoto
- 12MP front
On the S24 Ultra, the ultra-wide is 12MP (so details are more limited, especially for ultra-wide + macro vibes).
And yes, Samsung is pushing the next-gen ProVisual Engine + upgraded 50MP Ultra-Wide for “more detail in every frame.”
If you love:
- travel shots (wide landscapes)
- indoor group pics
- food/café content
- macro with “crunchy details”
…S25 Ultra is a real upgrade over S24 Ultra.
5) Battery: same 5000mAh vibe, but longer video playback
S25 Ultra is still 5000mAh, and Samsung claims up to 31 hours of video playback.
S24 Ultra is rated up to 30 hours of video playback (also 5000mAh typical).
So yes—small number, but in real life, that “extra breathing room” matters.
Charging: S25 Ultra supports 45W wired charging and can hit up to ~65% in around 30 minutes (with a 45W adapter).
6) Galaxy AI: it’s more of an “assistant” now, not just a “feature”
S25 Ultra leans harder into Galaxy AI, like:
- Seamless Actions Across Apps (one ask, multiple apps do the work)
- Now Brief
- Built around Google Gemini integration (as shown in Samsung demos)
It’s that “my phone has a personal assistant” vibe—especially if you’re busy and don’t want to tap through 25 steps.
So… should you upgrade?
Upgrade makes sense if:
- You’re tired of the S24 Ultra’s 12MP ultra-wide and want more detailed wide + macro shots
- You’re a heavy user (gaming/content/multitask) and want cooler + smoother performance
- You want a bigger screen and a more comfy rounded feel
You can wait if:
- Your S24 Ultra is still “happy,” and you’re mostly basic use + occasional photos—because the S24 Ultra is still very strong.
If you want, I can also turn this into a more “WordPress-ready” version: stronger intro hook, tighter bullet highlights, and a closing CTA (“Which one are you—S Pen warrior or camera girly?”) 😌