Here’s a comprehensive comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra:
Table of Contents:
- Size Comparison
- Display Comparison
- Battery Life
- Charging Speed
- Speaker Test
- Performance
- Benchmark Performance
- Camera Comparison
- Video Quality
- Overall Verdict
Size Comparison
Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra |
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Dimensions (mm) | 158 x 74 x 7.8 | 163 x 78 x 8.9 |
Weight (grams) | 195 | 234 |
Build Material | Glass front, aluminum frame | Armor Aluminum frame, Ceramic back |
Water Resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
Display Bezel Width | Narrow bezels with minimal chin | Extremely narrow bezels |
Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
Ergonomics | Comfortable grip for most users | Larger size may feel bulky for some |
Portability | Easier to handle in one hand | Requires two hands for comfortable use |
Display Comparison
Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra |
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Screen Size (inches) | 6.6 | 6.8 |
Resolution | 2340 x 1080 pixels (FHD+) | 3088 x 1440 pixels (QHD+) |
Pixel Density (PPI) | ~393 | ~500 |
Panel Type | AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
Adaptive Refresh Rate | Yes (10Hz to 120Hz) | Yes (1Hz to 120Hz) |
Brightness (nits) | 1750 (peak) | 2000 (peak) |
HDR Support | HDR10+ | HDR10+ |
Color Gamut | DCI-P3 | DCI-P3 |
Gorilla Glass Version | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
Always-On Display | Yes | Yes |
Curved Edges | Slight Curve | Minimal Curve |
Battery Life
Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra |
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Battery Capacity (mAh) | 4500 | 5000 |
Video Playback (hours) | 22 | 26 |
Standby Time (hours) | 200 | 220 |
Talk Time (hours) | 28 | 32 |
Web Browsing (hours) | 14 | 16 |
Gaming (hours) | 7 | 9 |
Fast Charging Support | 45W | 45W |
Wireless Charging | 15W | 15W |
Reverse Wireless Charging | 4.5W | 4.5W |
Battery Efficiency | Optimized for mid-tier usage | Optimized for heavy usage |
Charging Speed
Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra |
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Wired Charging (W) | 45W | 45W |
Wireless Charging (W) | 15W | 15W |
Reverse Wireless Charging (W) | 4.5W | 4.5W |
Battery Capacity (mAh) | 4500 | 5000 |
Time to 50% Charge | ~30 minutes | ~35 minutes |
Time to Full Charge | ~60 minutes | ~70 minutes |
Fast Charging Technology | Super Fast Charging 2.0 | Super Fast Charging 2.0 |
Adaptive Charging | Yes (AI-based optimization) | Yes (AI-based optimization) |
Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
Speaker Test
Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra |
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Speaker Configuration | Stereo speakers | Stereo speakers |
Bass Quality | Good | Excellent |
Loudness (dB) | 85 dB | 88 dB |
Audio Clarity | Very Clear | Outstanding |
Dolby Atmos Support | Yes | Yes |
Spatial Audio | Supported | Enhanced Spatial Audio |
Sound Balance | Balanced (mid-range focus) | Rich (enhanced bass and treble) |
Gaming Sound Experience | Immersive, but lacks depth | Highly immersive with deeper bass |
Call Quality (Speaker Mode) | Clear voice reproduction | Crystal-clear voice reproduction |
Performance
Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra |
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Processor | Exynos 2500 / Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Exynos 2400 / Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
CPU Architecture | Octa-core (1x Cortex-X4 @ 3.3GHz, 3x Cortex-A720 @ 3.0GHz, 4x Cortex-A520 @ 2.0GHz) | Octa-core (1x Cortex-X4 @ 3.2GHz, 3x Cortex-A720 @ 2.9GHz, 4x Cortex-A520 @ 2.0GHz) |
GPU | Adreno 750 / Mali-G720 MC16 | Adreno 750 / Mali-G720 MC16 |
RAM Options | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB |
Storage Options | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
Operating System | Android 14 (One UI 6.0) | Android 14 (One UI 6.0) |
AI Capabilities | Enhanced AI for photography and multitasking | Advanced AI with real-time object tracking and enhanced multitasking |
Thermal Management | Vapor Chamber Cooling | Advanced Vapor Chamber Cooling + Graphene Layer |
Gaming Performance | Excellent for most AAA titles at high settings | Superior gaming performance with sustained high frame rates |
Multitasking | Smooth multitasking with up to 4 apps | Enhanced multitasking with up to 5 apps |
Benchmark Performance
Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra |
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Processor | Exynos 2500 / Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Exynos 2400 / Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
RAM Options | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB |
Storage Options | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
GeekBench 6
Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra |
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Single-Core Score | 1800 | 2000 |
Multi-Core Score | 5200 | 6000 |
Antutu 10
Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra |
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Total Score | 1,200,000 | 1,300,000 |
CPU Score | 350,000 | 400,000 |
GPU Score | 450,000 | 500,000 |
Memory (RAM) Score | 150,000 | 170,000 |
UX (User Experience) Score | 250,000 | 280,000 |
3DMark
Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra |
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Graphics Test (Wild Life Extreme) | 3500 | 4000 |
Stability Score | 95% | 97% |
Average Frame Rate (fps) | 21 | 24 |
Camera Comparison
Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra |
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Rear Camera Setup | Triple Camera System | Quad Camera System |
Main Sensor | 50MP (f/1.8, OIS) | 200MP (f/1.7, OIS) |
Ultra-Wide Sensor | 12MP (f/2.2, 120° FOV) | 12MP (f/2.2, 120° FOV) |
Telephoto Sensor(s) | 10MP (3x Optical Zoom, f/2.4, OIS) | 10MP (3x Optical Zoom, f/2.4, OIS) + 10MP (10x Periscope Zoom, f/4.9, OIS) |
Front Camera | 12MP (f/2.2) | 12MP (f/2.2) |
Optical Zoom | 3x | 10x |
Digital Zoom | Up to 30x | Up to 100x (Space Zoom) |
Night Mode | Standard Night Mode | Enhanced Nightography |
Video Recording | 8K @ 30fps | 8K @ 30fps |
Slow Motion Video | 960fps @ 720p | 960fps @ 720p |
HDR Support | HDR10+ | HDR10+ |
Stabilization | EIS + OIS | EIS + OIS (Expert RAW Video) |
Pro Mode Features | Manual Controls (ISO, Shutter Speed, etc.) | Expert RAW, Astrophotography Mode |
Additional Features | Portrait Mode, Super Steady Video | 100x Space Zoom, AI Enhancements, Pro-grade Video |
Video Quality
Feature | Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra |
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Max Video Resolution | 8K @ 30fps | 8K @ 30fps |
Slow Motion Video | 960fps @ 720p | 960fps @ 720p |
HDR Support | HDR10+ | HDR10+ |
Stabilization | Super Steady Video (EIS + OIS) | Expert RAW Video Stabilization (EIS + OIS) |
Low-Light Video | Night Mode Video | Enhanced Nightography |
Front Camera Video Quality | 4K @ 60fps | 4K @ 60fps |
Time-Lapse Video | Yes (with stabilization) | Yes (with stabilization and night mode support) |
Cinematic Mode | Available (software-based) | Available (hardware-accelerated, supports 8K) |
ProRes Video Recording | Not Available | Available (up to 4K @ 30fps) |
Audio Zoom | Yes | Yes |
Stereo Audio Recording | Yes | Yes |
🏆Overall Verdict
📌Pros:
- ✅ Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus:
- Slightly more compact and lighter design.
- Latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 processor.
- ✅ Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra:
- Larger battery capacity.
- More advanced camera system with higher megapixel count and additional telephoto lens.
📌Cons:
- ❌ Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus:
- Smaller battery capacity compared to S24 Ultra.
- Less advanced camera system.
- ❌ Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra:
- Bulkier and heavier design.
- Older processor compared to S25 Plus.