Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (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 $1299 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 74/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 2,341,394); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the stronger camera (151 vs 144).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra better?
- Overall rating 74/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 2341394
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2250
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 7200
- Lighter: 218g vs 232g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 76/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 6 points higher (80/100 vs 74/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra — 58/100, 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 83/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 88/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 56/100. In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (46/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2341394 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2250 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7200 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.8" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3088x1440 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 144 | 151 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 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 | 162.3×79.0×8.6 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
- 6.8" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3088x1440
- 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 Ultra
- 5000 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 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra by 25.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 88/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 76/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 56/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (46/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 76/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 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.