The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the latest flagship device from the South Korean tech giant, boasts a powerful blend of native and cloud-based generative artificial intelligence that seamlessly integrates into the user experience, providing intuitive extensions that enhances daily life.
Under the hood, the Galaxy S25 Ultra retains the Snapdragon 8 Elite ‘for Galaxy’ chip found in the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25+. The AI features remain largely consistent across these devices.
Now, let’s see how the Galaxy S25 Ultra performed during various work and leisure activities. From managing emails and attending meetings to consuming media, the phone delivered exceptional performance.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra retained its predecessor’s blocky design, but its even weight distribution makes it easy to use and manoeuvre. It feels lighter, about 14 grams lighter than the S24 Ultra, and the key and other placements remain the same. However, it wobbles on a flat surface due to the protruding lenses.
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One notable feature is its ability to stay cool even when used as a hotspot while outdoors. It doesn’t get too hot, which is impressive. While the back panel does collect fingerprints, they disappear quickly. A more matte finish would have been better, like the Vivo X200 Pro. The phone provides a solid grip due to its flat edges.
The S25 Ultra boasts a massive 6.9-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED screen, an inch larger than its predecessor, the S24 Ultra. This larger screen offers a more immersive viewing experience. The 120 Hz panel delivers a smooth and responsive display, reaching peak brightness of up to 2,600 nits. While these numbers may seem impressive, the display’s true strength lies in its ability to produce vibrant and captivating visuals. The S25 Ultra’s screen is visible anywhere, even in sun, thanks to its superior contrast and lack of any noticeable distortion. Moreover, there’s no lag whatsoever, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience for both content consumption and gaming.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra is a powerhouse of productivity and multitasking, rivaling the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and iPhone. With Google’s Gemini, I effortlessly recorded conversations and obtained their transcripts. However, the effectiveness of this feature depends on the correlation between dialects and desired outcomes.
The phone offers a range of creative tools, including colour correction, suggested edits, stylized images, and collage creation. It even assists in creating watercolours, 3D cartoons, sketches, oil paintings, illustrations, pop art, and more, all thanks to Gemini. The real-time interpreter remains a valuable asset, providing the freedom to help or be helped in real-time conversations. Additionally, the Circle to search feature has evolved beyond basic circling, delivering more customized results.
Under the hood, the Galaxy S25 Ultra boasts the overclocked Snapdragon 8 Elite, customised specifically for the series. This powerful processor has consistently pushed the boundaries of performance. The smooth user experience and the customized One UI 7.0 skin running on Android 15 further enhance the device’s charm.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra boasts a significant leap in its ultrawide sensor compared to its predecessor, the Galaxy S24 Ultra. It now features a 50 MP lens instead of the 12 MP sensor found in the S24 Ultra. However, the other three lenses—a 200 MP main, a 50 MP telephoto, and a 10 MP telephoto camera—have remained unchanged.
Galaxy S25 Ultra camera sample | Photo Credit: Haider Ali Khan
I had no qualms with the main sensor. It consistently produced excellent images, regardless of the time of day. I frequently used it during testing and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The color retention in the images was remarkable, with minimal shimmering effects.
Galaxy S25 Ultra camera sample | Photo Credit: Haider Ali Khan
The improved ultrawide camera captured a wealth of information that could easily be shared or distinguished. The edges were prominent, and there was no blurriness observed.
Galaxy S25 Ultra camera sample | Photo Credit: Haider Ali Khan
The larger unit telephoto lens brought out essential details and remained a versatile tool up to 10x zoom. The 3x and 5x zoom options preserved more clarity and color temperature in the images. I relied heavily on this lens for urban photography, and it effectively conveyed my intended message.
Galaxy S25 Ultra camera sample | Photo Credit: Haider Ali Khan
The lesser-known telephoto camera was equally important and, when combined with the 50 MP main sensor, produced stunning images.
Galaxy S25 Ultra camera sample | Photo Credit: Haider Ali Khan
Low light photography on Galaxy S25 Ultra has been impressive to say the least. The phone restricts noise and gives out well-maintained images that you would like to share instantly.
Galaxy S25 Ultra camera sample | Photo Credit: Haider Ali Khan
Portraits were also great, with clear distinction between the subject and the background. The edges were usually well-defined. Deep AI integration allowed users to enhance these images as per their preferences.
Galaxy S25 Ultra camera sample | Photo Credit: Haider Ali Khan
Selfies with the 12 MP camera were enjoyable, although it was time for a change since Samsung had been using the same front camera for some time. Nevertheless, the Galaxy S25 Ultra front camera delivered good-quality images and portraits.
As the flagship device powered by GenAI, the Galaxy S25 Ultra simplifies image manipulation for users. It captures high-quality photos and provides a horizon expansion feature that could be particularly useful for editors.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra boasts a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 45 W wired charging and 15 W wireless charging. This battery easily lasts a day with normal usage, including all the activities that any working professional engages in. However, considering its 6.9-inch display, Samsung had the opportunity to surpass the previous battery capacity, as Android players have already touched the 6,000 mAh mark.
Unfortunately, the charger is not included in the box, so users must rely on other 45 W chargers. Charging the phone takes over an hour, and if the battery has more than 20% charge overnight, the charging time reduces to 45-50 minutes to reach 80%.
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is an AI powerhouse that simplifies your tasks. It offers a canvas that surpasses a regular phone, encouraging you to explore its capabilities as it feels so intuitive. A massive, immersive display, a top-notch processor, and a long-lasting battery life make the Galaxy S25 Ultra an excellent choice. The optical power has been enhanced, significantly improving the results.
Overall, the device revolves around the seamless integration of artificial intelligence, which is now more inclusive, refined, and personalised. If you’re upgrading from the Galaxy S24 Ultra, there are no significant changes, but if you own an older Galaxy phone, the Galaxy S25 Ultra will undoubtedly impress you. While Apple users eagerly await the full realisation of Intelligence in their devices, Samsung leads the way in providing a comprehensive AI experience, while Google continues to build its reputation with its newer Pixel smartphones.
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra starts at ₹1,29,999 for the 12 GB/256 GB variant in India.
Published - February 27, 2025 08:00 am IST
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