The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a cheetah wrapped in titanium, housing the mighty Snapdragon 8 Elite powerhouse and pro quad camera. The sheer processing speed it brings to the table makes every other task feel like slow motion. Hold tight, this is pure power.
Design
Physical Dimensions & Feel
First off, holding the S25 Ultra is a premium experience. They went with a Simple. Impactful. aesthetic that feels cohesive across the S series, and I love the subtle, rounded design. The whole structure is pure class, featuring a sleek and ultra-strong titanium frame. It measures 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm and weighs 218g. It’s not as light and thin as the S25 Edge, but It feels substantial, not flimsy. And S Pen is right there when you need it.
7 Titanium Colors
You can get the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra in seven colors: Titanium Jadegreen, Titanium Pinkgold, Titanium Grey, Titanium Jetblack, Titanium Black, Titanium Silverblue, and Titanium Whitesilver.
Processor
Snapdragon 8 Elite Chip (3 nm)
Let’s talk about the heart of this titanium cheetah. S25 Ultra runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, which is built on a 3 nm process. You can feel the speed; this Octa-core CPU is blisteringly fast, reaching speeds up to 4.47GHz (and 3.5GHz), and the Adreno 830 GPU handles graphics without even breathing hard.
Memory Configuration and Data Speed
The memory options are generous. You can choose from 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM, and a massive 1TB 16GB RAM. Everything runs on high-speed UFS 4.0 storage and LPDDR5X RAM, so load times are non-existent. The only minor bummer is that there’s no SD card slot for expansion, so pick your storage wisely!
Display
Big, Bright, and Buttery Smooth
The display is absolutely jaw-dropping. This 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen just takes over the front of the phone. It’s very sharp with a Quad HD+ (3120 x 1440) resolution, the Max Refresh Rate is buttery smooth at 120 Hz, and the peak brightness hits 2600 nits. Even under direct sunlight, everything looks vibrant and clear.
Camera
Quad Camera: 200 MP + 50 MP + 50 MP + 10 MP
If you care about photos, this is where the Galaxy S25 Ultra flexes. The camera system is powered by the Most Advanced AI ProVisual Engine, which promises clear, bright footage even when it’s pitch evening outside. The Quad Camera setup is insane: a huge 200MP wide sensor (f/1.7, 24mm, OIS, and multi-directional PDAF) paired with a great 50MP ultrawide lens.
Telephoto and Video Capabilities
The zoom capabilities are finally what they should be. We get a standard 10MP sensor for the reliable 3x optical zoom and a huge 50MP periscope sensor for a pure, lossless 5x optical zoom. Both telephotos have OIS, which is essential for zooming. For video, you can shoot up to 8K at 30fps, plus the standard excellent 4K at 60fps and 1080p at 30fps.
12MP Front Camera
Let’s not forget the front-facing camera, because who doesn’t take selfies or video call these days? Up front, we get a solid 12MP sensor with a bright F2.2 aperture and auto focus. This means your video calls are going to be sharp and clear, and your selfies will pop with detail and won’t look soft or blurry, even in tricky lighting. Critically, it records video up to 4K at 60fps, so if you’re serious about vlogging or creating high-quality video content directly from the front camera, this thing can absolutely handle it. For just keeping in touch, it’s reliable and produces excellent results without fail.
AI Media Tools
The new Galaxy AI tools are brilliant for media. The Audio Eraser is a game-changer; they call it “A Sound Studio at Your Fingertips.” It lets you filter out annoying background noise like voices, music, or wind from your videos. Also, the Personalized Filters feature is surprisingly cool. It analyzes your favorite photos to generate a unique filter that captures that vibe, which you can then instantly tweak for color temperature, saturation, and grain.
Battery
Capacity and Endurance
The 5000mAh battery is non-removable and, impressively, the Samsung claims it can sustain up to 31 hours of video playback. So far, it’s easily getting me through a full day of heavy use, which is a massive win for me.
Charging
When it comes to recharging, the 45W wired charging (with PD3.0) is very fast, getting you 65% charge in just 30 minutes. You also have 15W wireless charging (Qi2 Ready) and 4.5W reverse wireless charging for topping up accessories.
Connectivity and Ports
For connections, we have the latest USB Type-C (version 3.2), snappy Bluetooth 5.4, and NFC. I appreciate the dual-SIM support (Nano-SIMs or eSIMs). Predictably, the S25 Ultra still does not include a 3.5mm headphone jack, but honestly, who’s still using one?
Software and Features
Operating System and Longevity
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra runs flawlessly on Android 16 with One UI 8. The most reassuring part, though, is their promise: up to 7 major Android upgrades and security updates valid until January 31, 2032. That’s a decade of use right there, making this an incredible long-term investment.
AI Core: Google Gemini Integration
The AI integration with Google Gemini is the real heart of the S25 Ultra experience, enabling super-smooth, cross-app actions. The signature feature is Press, Talk, Done. You just long-press the side button and can ask Gemini, using regular talk, to handle complex stuff, like listing places from a video and saving them to a Note, or adding game schedules to the calendar, all without ever leaving the app you are in.
Gemini Live is awesome for brainstorming. I can attach images, like a photo of DNA mutations (if I was studying that), and get real-time, adaptive feedback. Circle to Search with Google is back and even better with faster AI Overviews. I just circle or tap anything on screen with my finger or the S Pen for instant results, or even search for a song I hear right then and there. Plus, it can translate an entire screen, like that confusing foreign menu at a new restaurant.
What’s in the Box
I have to say, looking at the box contents, it’s pretty much the usual suspects these days: The box contains the S25 Ultra itself, USB data cable, and SIM ejector tool. The main drawback here, consistent with many modern flagships, is the absence of a wall adapter.
Conclusion: My first look at the Galaxy S25 Ultra
While the titanium shell certainly gives the S25 Ultra a premium feel, I believe the true leap forward lies in the synergy between the pro camera sensors and the Elite processor. You aren’t just taking traditional photos with this device; this is computational imaging operating in real-time at an unprecedented scale. The results, especially in tricky low-light situations, consistently surpass what I thought a smartphone “should” be able to do, making the S25 Ultra a truly indispensable device for any serious content creator.
