Samsung Galaxy S24+ vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S24+ (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 66/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 2,271,270); the Samsung Galaxy S24+ is noticeably lighter (196g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S24+
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24+ better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1299
- Better display (89/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 2271270
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S24+ vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 14 points higher (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S24+ — 42/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24+ and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24+ (81/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S24+ are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (65/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S24+ | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2271270 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / One UI 6.1 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.5×75.9×7.7 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S24+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S24+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S24+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S24+ and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S24+ by 27.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Samsung Galaxy S24+ was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24+ and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24+ (81/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S24+ are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24+ notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (65/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S24+ or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S24+ — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S24+ and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S24+ has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S24+ or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S24+ or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S24+ over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S24+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.