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10 reasons to stick with Galaxy S24 Ultra and skip the S25 Ultra
Samsung is gearing up to launch the next Galaxy S25 series smartphone, including the Galaxy S25 Ultra, while the Galaxy S24 Ultra is still the best flagship in the market in terms of new technology, design, and features, inspiring us to share 10 reasons to stick with Galaxy S24 Ultra and skip the S25 Ultra.
Let’s dive into this:
10 reasons to choose the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and not the S25 Ultra
Here the some reasons why buyers should consider buying the Galaxy S24 Ultra over the S25 Ultra.
Design
Galaxy S24 is the first Samsung phone to feature a Titanium frame, which represents a refinement of the S23 Ultra’s design. The Titanium frame also improves the feel of the hand and the phone’s look. While the Galaxy S25 Ultra is stated for a design change, however, there may be sharp corners and a slightly curved frame.
Display
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra features a 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display that boasts a 120Hz and maximum brightness level of 2600 nits, which is a significant upgrade from the Galaxy S23 Ultra’s 1750 nits. Report that the Galaxy S25 Ultra may sport a similar display tech with a slightly bigger screen.
Processor
The Galaxy S24 Ultra is equipped with an octa-core Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 with an Adreno 750 chip that is cooled by a 1.9x larger vapor channel compared to the Galaxy S23 Ultra. Whereas the Galaxy S25 Ultra may be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite, which is more efficient. In terms of performance, there may not be much difference.
Camera
S24 Ultra features a quad-cam setup on the rear side with a 200MP primary shooter with OIS and an f/1.7 aperture, a 10MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom, OIS, f/2.4, and a 36-degree FOV, an upgraded 50MP telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom, OIS, f/3.4, and 22-degree FOV, and a 12MP ultra-wide camera with a 120 degrees field of view and an f/2.2 aperture. However, the upcoming model may use an upgraded ultrawide sensor. therefore, there may not be much difference in the photography experience.
Battery
With a massive 5,000mAh (typical) battery, 45W super-fast charging, and an advanced cooling system, this phone can handle even the toughest multiplayer gaming marathons with ease. The Galaxy S25 Ultra has a slight improvement in the section with a new chipset.
Software updates
With the launch of the Galaxy S24 series, Samsung announced the commitment to providing seven tears of software support for Galaxy S24 Ultra, including Android OS upgrades, security patches, and One UI. That means your Galaxy S24 will be compatible with Android 12 and One UI 13. However, the S25 Ultra will be eligible for extra Android OS updates, since it will be the new generation.
Galaxy AI
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra comes with Galaxy AI features, which means you will get the following features:
- Note Assist
- Generative Edit
- Chat Assist
- Live Translate
- AI HDR Preview
- AI Portrait Studio
- Live Effect
- AI Zoom
Future-ready features:
Galaxy Ultra model has future-ready connectivity features such as 5G support, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.3. Moreover, with a powerful chipset like the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, the smartphone is already future-ready for up to six years.
Affordability
Since the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra will be a year old, buyers can purchase it at a discounted price from the e-commerce platform, making it affordable compared to the Galaxy S25 Ultra, which may come at a much higher price without any discount. Hence, buyers can save a lot of money by buying the S24 Ultra.
Easy availability of accessories:
Every old phone accessory like a screen protector, phone case, and other accessories is easily available in the market at affordable prices. However, if you are buying a new-generation phone, you may have to wait quite a long time to get all the accessories.
Conclusion
There you have it, there are 10 reasons that will help you buy Galaxy S24 Ultra over Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Samsung is reportedly planning major upgrades for its future Galaxy S27 series. Even though these flagship phones are still far from launch, new leaks have revealed that Samsung is working on the Galaxy S27 Pro alongside the Galaxy S27, Galaxy S27 Plus, and Galaxy S27 Ultra models.
Galaxy S27 Pro leaks
As per the GSMA database Documents, Samsung has three unannounced devices in the pipeline. The database has three model numbers: SM-S956U, SM-S957B/DS, and SM-S958U. According to this, the SM-S956U model number identifies it as the Galaxy S27+, while those for the SM-S957B/DS identify it as the Galaxy S27 Pro, and the SM-S958U lists it as the Galaxy S27 Ultra.
Additionally, the Pro variant phone is expected to resemble the Galaxy S27 Ultra in terms of specifications closely.
In terms of specifications, the Galaxy S27 Pro is expected to feature a more compact design, sporting a 6.5-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x display. There is also talk that it will not include an S Pen.
As for the cameras, this phone could feature a 200MP primary rear camera, a 50MP ultra-wide camera with autofocus, and a 50MP telephoto camera with 3.5x optical zoom. Additionally, it includes a 12MP front camera for better selfies.
The Galaxy S27 Pro is expected to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro for Galaxy processor. Additionally, it may come with 12GB or more of RAM and 256GB or more of UFS 5.0 storage. The phone could house a 5,000mAh battery with 45W or faster charging.
Based on previous launch timelines, the Galaxy S27 series is expected to launch in the first quarter of 2027. Stay tuned for more facts.
Samsung has reportedly commenced Android 17-based One UI 9 testing for the Galaxy S26 series. The first-ever Android 17 build has surfaced on Samsung’s firmware server, suggesting an early debut of the next One UI version.
An alleged Android 17 firmware has been listed on CheckFirm (via TarunVats) for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. That said, Samsung kicked off its work on the One UI 9 system for the latest flagship nearly two months earlier than usual.
Based on available information, Samsung is currently testing the BZC5 build on the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Samsung will take its time to refine this new operating system for Galaxy devices and will not rush the release of the firmware.
Although testing for One UI 9 has commenced early, this does not imply that it will become available to customers any sooner. Samsung will take the necessary time to optimize this new operating system for Galaxy devices and will not rush the firmware release.
On February 25, Samsung launched the Galaxy S26 series, and these phones will be available starting March 11. A day later, the company began rolling out Beta 6 for the Galaxy S25 series, but it seems this may not be the last beta before the stable version is released. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S25 series is still receiving updates through the One UI 8.5 beta program.
Samsung One UI 8.5 beta 7
A reliable tipster, @TarunVats, spotted a new One UI 8.5 beta build for the Galaxy S25 series on testing systems. The build ending in ZZC3 indicates that Samsung is preparing the seventh beta update for the S25 phones. It’s worth noting that this build began rolling out in March, but the patch level is still February 2026.
The new build suggests that the beta program is still active even after the Galaxy S26 series launched with One UI 8.5 features and improvements. Galaxy S25 Users may have to wait a little longer for the final stable update.
The latest One UI 8.5 Beta 6 update fixed many problems and improved the phone’s performance, including Bixby, Gallery, Now Bar, Now Brief, Display settings, Modes, and Routines.
At this time, Samsung hasn’t officially confirmed how many more beta updates will arrive or when the stable One UI 8.5 version will be released for the Galaxy S25 series and older phones. However, the new beta build is a strong indication that at least one more beta update is on the way. Galaxy S25 users who are part of the beta program should keep an eye out for new updates.
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