The Galaxy S25 Ultra is a strong contender for the title of the best premium smartphone this year. It’s not just competing against other top Chinese phones but also the iPhone 16 Pro Max. Here are six ways the Galaxy S25 Ultra outperforms its Apple counterpart.
Better Camera System
The Galaxy S25 Ultra boasts a more adaptable camera setup. Its 200MP main camera captures finer details, and the 10MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom excels at taking clear photos and videos at medium zoom distances. Plus, it can record 8K videos at 30fps across its wide-angle, ultrawide, and telephoto lenses.
Built-in S Pen
The S Pen is a big plus for the Galaxy S25 Ultra, providing precision for drawing, note-taking, and even signing documents with tilt and pressure sensitivity. It’s tucked safely inside the phone, so you won’t lose it on the go. Unlike iPhones, you don’t need to buy an extra stylus.
Lighter Build with Better Screen Visibility
Both phones have a titanium frame and a 6.9-inch display, but the Galaxy S25 Ultra is lighter by about 9 grams. It also sports Gorilla Glass Armor 2, which cuts down on screen glare, making it easier to see in bright sunlight or reflective environments.
Superior AI Features
Samsung pioneered AI in mobile phones, and the Galaxy S25 Ultra with One UI 7.0 offers more advanced AI tools. Functions like Generative Edit for photo editing and Audio Eraser for video noise removal are more effective here than on the iPhone.
Quicker Charging
While not the fastest charger out there, the Galaxy S25 Ultra charges much quicker than the iPhone 16 Pro Max, hitting 70% in 30 minutes with 45W peak charging. A full charge takes about an hour, compared to two hours for the iPhone.
Longer Software Support
Samsung has upped its game with software support, promising seven years of major Android updates and security patches for the Galaxy S25 Ultra. This is more than what Apple typically provides, where iPhones get around five major iOS updates, often lacking in new features compared to Samsung’s updates.
In these ways, the Galaxy S25 Ultra stands out, offering more to users looking for advanced features and longevity in their smartphone choice.
