Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Review: Will It Finally Beat the iPhone?

When discussing the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, it can be said that it serves as an excellent flagship smartphone for those who know exactly what they want and are willing to pay a premium price to get it. For such individuals, the investment will certainly pay off.

The Samsung S24 Ultra boasts a superb display, delivers best-in-class performance—outperforming even models better google Pixel 9 pro XL —and features a formidable multi-camera system. However, it also suffers from a few peculiar shortcomings. Beyond the usual issues associated with Samsung’s bundled software, there are other factors to consider; read on to find out more.

Galaxy S24 Ultra:- Pros and Cons.

Pros:

Excellent useful S pen
Good cameras And Display
Strong performance battery life
Excellent Long-term software

Cons:

Heavy and Big
AI features are often useless
Expensive

Galaxy S24 Ultra:- Full Specification.

• Model name:- Galaxy S24 Ultra.

• Processor:- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.

• OS :- Android 14, One UI 6.1.

• Graphics :- Graphics Adreno 750 (1 GHz).

• Display:- 6.8 inches (17.27 cm); Dynamic AMOLED 2x 1440×3120 px (QHD+).

• Refresh rate:- 120 Hz.

• Peak Brightness :- 2600 nits.

• Ram :- LPDDR5X 12GB RAM.

• Storage :- 256/512/1TB storage.

• Audio :- Dolby Atmos stereo speakers tuned by AKG.

• Selfie camera :- 12 MP (wide angel) camera.

• Primary camera :- 200 MP (upto 10x Digital Zoom) Wide Angle

• Ultra-wide camera:- 12 MP Ultra-Wide Angle Camera.

• Telephoto camera:- 10 MP Telephoto (upto 100x Digital Zoom, upto 3x Optical Zoom) Camera

• Optical zoom :- 50 MP (upto 5x Optical Zoom) Camera.

• Rear recording camera:- 8k @30 fps Video Recording.

• Front recording camera:- 4k @30 fps Video Recording.

• Battery:- Li-Ion 5000 mAh battery.

• Charging:- 45W Fast Charging; USB Type-C port.

• Biometrics:- Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor.

• Connectivity:- Wi-Fi , BlueTooth 5.3, A2DP, LE.

• Price:- $1125.12.

Galaxy S24 Ultra:- Premium Design.

In terms of design, the Galaxy S24 Ultra serves as the spiritual successor to the Galaxy Note series, continuing the fundamental design language of its predecessors. This includes features such as buttons positioned on the right side of the device, as well as an S Pen stylus securely tucked away within a dedicated slot. At 6.39 x 3.11 x 0.34 inches and weighing 8.18 ounces, the device is undeniably large and quite heavy.

However—and despite its substantial size—you shouldn’t encounter any issues handling it; the device’s edges are slightly sharp, providing a secure grip in the hand. Moving on—and taking the iPhone 16 Pro Max as a point of comparison—the Galaxy S24 Ultra also incorporates titanium in its external frame. In both appearance and tactile feel, it feels just as premium as the anodized aluminum design it replaces.

That said, the frame is now significantly less curved; we suspect this design choice was made to accommodate the new flat display. Furthermore, the finish is remarkably smooth—and while it lacks the subtle brushed texture found on the iPhone, it arguably looks even better.

Our advice is not to get too hung up on the titanium aspect: as always, the S24 Ultra is predominantly constructed from glass. Specifically, the back panel of the phone is made of Gorilla Glass Victus 2, which enhances its durability. However, this material is also quite slippery—a factor that may pose a challenge for users who prefer to use their phones without a protective case.

Galaxy S24 Ultra:- gaming Display.

Now, let’s talk about the Galaxy S24‘s screen—or rather, its display. We feel that the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra’s anti-glare display is truly a standout feature; however, it was somewhat downplayed—primarily because the company had already disclosed details about it beforehand.

Compared to other flagship phones in the same price range, the S24 Ultra’s display significantly reduces external reflections and glare—which is undoubtedly a positive attribute. This becomes even more apparent when compared to other smartphones, such as the iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Pixel 8 Pro. Furthermore, the Galaxy S24 Ultra easily outperforms all its competitors in direct sunlight; you can take photos and watch YouTube videos without having to shade the screen with your hand.

In a similar vein, according to the company, the Gorilla Armor coating is superior to previous Gorilla Glass displays—meaning it offers significantly better protection against scratches. After extensively using the S24 Ultra, it became even clearer just how impressive this feature is; even after heavy usage, there isn’t a single scratch on the screen. If we compare it to the S22 Ultra, the S22 Ultra simply pales in comparison to the standard set by the S24 Ultra.

I found it somewhat peculiar that Samsung released specific details regarding the screen’s composition months after the device had launched. Perhaps the reason for this delay lay in the display-related issues that some users encountered just a few weeks after the launch. Samsung subsequently resolved those issues through a software update.

Upgrading from the S22 Ultra’s curved display to this new display offered another unexpected benefit: a flat screen. I feel that this design is better suited for quickly jotting down notes with the S Pen—especially when the display is off—as it allows me to write right up to the very edges of the screen whenever necessary.

Galaxy S24 Ultra:- long-time battery.

Now, turning our attention to the Galaxy S24 Ultra’s battery, it is safe to say that—compared to other phones in this range—the Galaxy S24 is, in a sense, the “Battery King.” Furthermore, extensive testing has revealed that it leaves the Pixel 8 Pro far behind. We subjected it to heavy usage—spending considerable time gaming, scrolling through Instagram Reels, and watching YouTube videos. We took notes using the S Pen and utilized various other features extensively; yet, the battery still held up remarkably well. Indeed, its performance has been quite impressive.

Moving on, it is worth noting that every individual’s phone usage patterns—and the resulting impact on battery life—will vary, as everyone utilizes their device differently. For instance, many people use their smartphones primarily on Wi-Fi—such as those of us working in offices or at home. Using a smartphone exclusively on Wi-Fi places significantly less strain on the battery compared to usage scenarios where Wi-Fi is not available.

The battery life is quite solid; is this attributable to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor and Qualcomm’s optimization efforts? Or is Android 14 playing a role in this? Whatever the underlying reason may be, we are confident that this level of performance will persist, and that future software updates will not introduce any issues regarding battery life.

We have high expectations from Samsung regarding charging capabilities—specifically concerning charging speeds. It is stated that this phone supports 45W wired charging, which is quite fast; achieving a 65% charge in around 30 minutes is certainly adequate. However, looking at the broader market, other smartphone manufacturers have already pushed charging speeds well beyond the 100W mark. It has been suggested that Samsung opted for this “slower” speed to prevent premature battery degradation.

Galaxy S24 Ultra:- “Camera”.

When discussing cameras, the Galaxy S23 Ultra—the previous model—was excellent; now, turning our attention to the Galaxy S24’s camera system, let’s begin with the Ultra’s 5x zoom lens. Samsung has done a superb job with this model—one might even say they have taken a significant step forward. The Galaxy S24 Ultra features arguably the best zoom camera currently available on any smartphone. To put it in perspective, it is far superior to the 10x zoom found on the Galaxy S23 Ultra, and it also outperforms the 5x zoom on the iPhone 15 Pro Max—particularly in scenarios where you are truly pushing the zoom capabilities to their limits.

Furthermore, when zooming in to 10x or even 100x, the Galaxy S24 Ultra produces images with better color reproduction and significantly superior dynamic range compared to the Galaxy S23 Ultra. While images captured with the S23 Ultra’s full zoom often appear flat, the Galaxy S24 Ultra renders them with greater depth and richer shadows. What you won’t see, however, is an excessive amount of minute detail; Samsung has opted to sacrifice some of the finer details in favor of achieving higher overall image quality.

Moving on, while 10x and 100x zoom images taken with the S23 Ultra aren’t entirely unusable, they do tend to look somewhat compromised—often plagued by noise and blur. In contrast, with the Galaxy S24 Ultra, although you may not perceive quite as much granular detail, you will be far more satisfied with the resulting images—primarily because they look like genuine photographs rather than distorted digital artifacts.

When making a direct comparison between the Galaxy S24 Ultra and the iPhone 15 Pro Max at the 5x zoom level, the iPhone captures slightly superior images. However, once you begin utilizing digital zoom beyond that point, the Galaxy truly shines. At 25x zoom, for instance, the Galaxy demonstrates significantly greater detail and better color accuracy compared to the iPhone. However, the iPhone was unable to zoom in any further than this.

Initially, images captured with Samsung devices faced criticism for having unnatural-looking colors; clearly, the company took this feedback seriously and has made improvements—the colors now appear much more natural. The S24 Ultra captures excellent pictures, but that does not mean the camera is entirely without flaws. Low-light performance remains an issue, and other phones handle various night-time scenarios more effectively.

When it comes to photo editing, Samsung offers a few solutions; however, you would be better off using third-party software rather than relying on Samsung’s built-in apps, which can be somewhat limited in functionality. Within the Galaxy S24 Ultra’s Gallery app, you can now utilize “Generative Edit” features to resize and reposition objects within your images, or even completely replace the background based on the context of the shot.

Galaxy S24 Ultra:- Graph description:

“Graph Analysis: Why the S24 Ultra is the Productivity King” “From the Radar Chart shown above, it is evident that the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is an ‘all-rounder’ flagship. It has been awarded a 10/10 rating for both Display Quality and Camera Versatility, as its 2600-nit brightness and 200MP setup are simply unmatched.

Productivity (10/10) stands out as its greatest asset—a factor that distinguishes it from its competitors, thanks to the S-Pen and Galaxy AI. However, its weight and substantial size (8.18 ounces) cause it to lag slightly behind in terms of Portability (6/10). If you are looking for the world’s most powerful and feature-rich smartphone, this graph serves as definitive proof of its superiority.”

Galaxy S24 Ultra:- “Software & S Pen”.

Turning to the software, the device runs on Android 14 with One UI 6.1, featuring numerous pre-installed AI tools from Microsoft, Google, and Samsung right out of the box. While you could label some of this as “bloatware”—and there is indeed some redundancy in apps like the browser and gallery—you do have the option to uninstall the specific applications you don’t need. Samsung’s ecosystem of apps and services is present in all its glory; I consider this one of the key benefits—albeit a subtle one—that only a Samsung flagship can truly deliver.

Everything—from Samsung Notes to Samsung Cloud—is seamlessly linked to your Samsung account, enabling features such as online backup and restore, device tracking, the Secure Folder, Samsung Pass, Samsung Wallet, and much more; these capabilities are absolutely essential. As for DeX, it is a feature that allows you to connect your phone to a larger display—either wirelessly or via HDMI—providing a highly functional, desktop-like environment for serious productivity tasks.

Next up is the S Pen—that slender accessory that resides within its own compact slot inside the phone, ready to pop out whenever you need it. Inherited from Samsung’s renowned Note series, the S Pen is a unique tool designed to boost your productivity and creativity, provided, of course, that you utilize it effectively. This time around, Samsung hasn’t placed a major focus on the S Pen, suggesting that its features likely remain largely unchanged from previous iterations. Nevertheless, there is no doubt that the S Pen serves as a massive differentiator for the S24 Ultra, setting it apart from other premium flagship smartphones.

Galaxy S24 Ultra:- Conclusion

For those of you who use Samsung phones, this is *exactly* the phone you have always wanted. There is no longer any need for further debate on this matter. It can be stated without any hesitation that this is an outstanding Samsung model—truly a magnificent device. And now that it is guaranteed to receive software support well into the 2030s, there is little left to say; nevertheless, to highlight its merits: the Ultra’s camera system is phenomenal, it boasts the finest display available, and its battery life is simply incredible.

Simply put: please, do not waste your time—if you can afford it, go ahead and buy it without a second thought. Finally, let’s address those who are generally not in a rush to buy every new Samsung phone the moment it is released. We believe that this phone might just compel even such individuals to reconsider their stance.

This isn’t because of its AI features—which can often be utilized on other phones as well—but rather because its camera, display, and smooth performance will, without a doubt, make most other phones pale in comparison. We wouldn’t go so far as to say that you *must* buy it, but anyone who decides to purchase it is guaranteed to have a fantastic experience.
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