samsung galaxy s25 ultra

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Review: The Good, The Bad, and The Cost

Ever since I switched to the Samsung galaxy S25 Ultra, my biggest headache hasn’t been the tech, but the sharp corners.

After a few hours of scrolling, I actually feel the edges digging into my palm.

It’s a massive, powerful beast, but sometimes it feels like holding a glass-covered brick.

The Basics — Complete Specs

FeatureSpecification
ProcessorSnapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
Screen6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X (120Hz)
Rear Camera200MP + 50MP + 50MP + 10MP
Battery5,000 mAh
Charging45W Wired, 15W Wireless
RAM/Storage12GB RAM / Up to 1TB Storage
DurabilityTitanium Frame, Gorilla Armor 2
Price (India)₹1,09,999 (Base Variant)

Benefits: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

  1. The screen is a cheat code.
    It has this anti-reflective coating that makes the display look great even under the afternoon sun.
  2. It’s incredibly fast.
    Apps open instantly and games run without a single hiccup, thanks to the new Snapdragon chip.
  3. The S-Pen is still king.
    If you like signing PDFs or doodling during boring meetings, no other phone comes close.
  4. Camera zoom is magic.
    You can take a clear photo of a bird across a park or a menu from the back of a cafe.
  5. Battery lasts almost a day.
    Even with heavy use, I rarely look for a charger before I go to bed at night.

The Real Problems: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

  1. Sharp Edges: The boxy design makes it uncomfortable to hold without a bulky case.
  2. Battery Drain: Some users report background apps eating battery too fast unless you manually “deep sleep” them.
  3. Lousy Fingerprint Sensor: If your skin is dry or you use a thick screen protector, the scanner often fails.
  4. Camera Processing: Moving subjects (like kids or pets) still come out a bit blurry in low light.
    Slow Charging: For a phone this expensive, 45W charging feels old compared to rivals that charge in half the time.
  5. Some users find the UI visually cluttered and not easy to change fonts.
  6. Low-light selfie performance can be weak.
  7. Heating and fast battery drain reported during light use.
  8. Charging speed is slower than many cheaper phones.
  9. Camera processing sometimes over-smooths or changes colors.
  10. Mixed feelings on design — some say it feels less premium.

The Review – Daily Usage Experience:

  1. Living with this phone is mostly a luxury experience, but it has its quirks.
  2. The screen is 6.9 inches of pure vibrance, which is great for Netflix but makes one-handed use impossible.
  3. I’ve noticed that while the performance is top-tier, the phone can get quite warm during long gaming sessions.
  4. The software, One UI 8, is much cleaner now, and the “Now Bar” for live notifications is actually helpful.
  5. The camera is great, but don’t expect a DSLR; it still struggles with natural skin tones sometimes.

How It Compares with other models

Vs iPhone 16 Pro Max: The iPhone feels better in the hand and takes better video, but Samsung’s screen is way more vivid.
Vs Pixel 9 Pro XL: The Pixel takes more “natural” photos, but Samsung destroys it in raw speed and gaming.

The Verdict:

Buy it if…
You want the best screen on the market and you actually use the S-Pen for work or creativity.

Skip it if…
You have small hands, hate boxy designs, or want a phone that charges to 100% in 20 minutes.

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