A photograph of a floor plan is more useful when you can circle the doorway and write its width before sending it. The Galaxy S25 Ultra puts the pen and a large, high-resolution screen in the same pocket as a flexible set of cameras. Decide how often you would use those tools before choosing a phone this large.
In depth
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra review
Published
Best forPhotographers who want two telephoto lengths and a built-in pen for marking up their work.
At a glance
- Screen size
- 6.9 inches
- Refresh rate
- Up to 120 Hz
- Processor
- Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
- Storage / RAM
- 256GB / 512GB / 1TB12GB RAM
- Rear cameras
- 200 MP main50 MP ultrawide10 MP 3× telephoto50 MP 5× telephoto
- Battery capacity
- 5,000 mAh (typical)
Pros
- Separate 3× and 5× cameras provide useful framing choices from the same seat.
- The S Pen fits inside the phone and is ready for handwritten notes.
Cons
- The S Pen loses the Bluetooth shutter control of the S24 Ultra.
- Magnetic charger alignment requires an appropriate case.
Display & Design
- 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- QHD+
- up to 120 Hz
There is space to zoom into a diagram, mark a change and still see enough of the surrounding page to orient yourself. That same expanse means a thumb has farther to travel to the top corner. If most of your writing happens standing up, try reaching the keyboard with one hand.
Cameras
- 200 MP main
- 50 MP ultrawide
- 3× and 5× telephoto
At a recital, 3× can frame two performers and 5× lets you isolate one without interrupting the row ahead. The higher-resolution ultrawide is a different benefit, useful for fitting a large group into a cramped room. Digital zoom beyond the optical views gives the processor progressively less scene detail to work with.
Software & Features
- Built-in S Pen
- 12 GB RAM
A stored pen makes sense for marking a route on a screenshot, sketching the outline of a room or adding measurements to a photo. S24 Ultra owners should know what went away. Tom’s Guide confirmed that the S25 Ultra pen has no Bluetooth air gestures or remote camera shutter. 1 If you often prop the phone up and trigger the camera from across the room, that is a real loss.
Battery & Storage
- 5,000 mAh typical
- 256 GB, 512 GB or 1 TB
Pick storage according to the video you intend to keep between backups. All three US capacities have 12 GB of memory. The wired charging ceiling is 45 W with suitable equipment. If a magnetic desk stand is part of the plan, factor in a compatible case for alignment. 1
Alternatives
The standard S25 keeps a dedicated 3× lens in a 6.2-inch body. Choose it for portraits and one-handed use if you rarely need to reach farther. Keep an S24 Ultra if the remote pen shutter matters more to you than the revised ultrawide.
Verdict
The S25 Ultra earns its size when the pen and both telephotos get regular use. Someone who wants a capable everyday camera but mostly taps out messages can get a more manageable phone in the same family.
About this review
This is a research-based review. The Fasit has not physically tested this product.
Sources & Research
1 reference
Independent sources cited in this article.
- Tom’s GuideGalaxy S25 Ultra review and test findings (opens in a new tab)https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/samsung-phones/samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra-review
S Pen loss of remote shutter and air gestures; optional case needed for magnetic charging alignment.