Samsung Galaxy S24 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S24 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 62/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 2,292,685); the Samsung Galaxy S24 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S24
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24 better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1299
- Better portability (82/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 2292685
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 6826
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 81/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S24 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 18 points higher (80/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S24 — 38/100, 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 81/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100). 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (56/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (82/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S24 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2400 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2292685 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2115 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6826 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 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 | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.0 | 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 | 167 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $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
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- 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
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 26.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Samsung Galaxy S24 was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 81/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100).
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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (56/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (82/100 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 18 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 62/100, 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 81/100).
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.