Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra review: Iteration done right

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Jan 29, 2025 - 23:23
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra review: Iteration done right

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra with S Pen on a piece of wood

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

Rating: 4.5 Stars

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra may be an iterative update over the S24 Ultra, but it iterates in pretty much every way.

Pros

  • Refined design
  • Excellent camera
  • Top-tier performance
  • Stunning display
  • Great battery life

Cons

  • Expensive
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The "Ultra" device in the Galaxy lineup has long served as the best of the best for Android-lovers who aren't ready to go for a foldable, and want those top-tier specs above all else. But over the past few years, a pattern has emerged. The world of smartphones is slowing down, and the year-over-year innovation that we saw in the 2010s has given way to year-over-year iteration. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra perfectly embodies this.

Now, to be clear, the Galaxy S25 Ultra is certainly a great phone -- maybe the best. And, in every single section below, you'll see me sing its praises. But, you might also see something else -- the noting of the fact that the Galaxy S25 Ultra is more like last year's phone than ever before.