The "1-Minute" Review
Verdict
A sturdy, feature-rich phone with advanced AI tools and great design.What's good
- Impressive AI features
- Durable titanium body
- Bright AMOLED display
- High camera quality
- Seven years of updates
What's bad
- Gets hot easily
- Expensive
- Curved display removed
- AI features not exclusive
- Mild software lag
Design
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra features a flat 6.8-inch screen instead of the previous curved one, making it less prone to damage, noted DANAMIC.
The build includes a titanium frame and Gorilla Glass Armor for added durability, ensuring resistance to scratches and everyday use, as reviewers highlighted.
The design is more squared, giving it a sleek, modern look while making it easier to hold, as shared by multiple sources.
Display(s)
The 6.8-inch display offers a vivid and smooth viewing experience. The brightness reaches up to 2,600 nits, making the screen easy to see outside.
Colors on the AMOLED display pop vibrantly, and blacks appear deep and rich. You'll enjoy watching videos and viewing photos on this large and bright screen.
One reviewer from DANAMIC noted, 'In an environment with as much sunshine as Singapore, this has been a game-changer in allowing me to see what is on display.'
Performance
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra boasts exceptional performance powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor. It ensures that apps, even when multitasking, run smoothly without lag. The 6.8-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate adds to this smoothness, providing a vibrant viewing experience.
Games run impeccably, and you'll find gaming on this device especially enjoyable due to its advanced vapor chamber keeping the thermals in check.
There is, however, a tendency for the device to become hot, particularly during intensive tasks like gaming or using the camera, as noted by DANAMIC's review.
Software & Storage
The software on this phone is intuitive and packed with features. AI assists in day-to-day tasks like translating languages and summarizing notes.
Experts have commented that the “AI tools on this device are both fun and functional” (The DANAMIC Review). These features bring real value to your daily smartphone use.
You'll also benefit from seven years of updates, ensuring your phone stays current and secure for a long time.
Cameras
The Galaxy S24 Ultra elevates mobile photography with its 200MP main camera, allowing for incredible detail and vibrant, natural colors in every shot.
The upgraded 50MP periscope telephoto lens offers a powerful 5x zoom, maintaining impressive image quality even when you zoom in close.
The AI enhancements add useful tools like object removal and background changes, making post-processing a breeze.
Reviewers appreciate its ability to handle low light well, although some note that high-zoom photos might still show some quality loss.
Battery
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra includes a 5,000mAh battery. This can easily last up to two days with moderate use, which saves you from the constant worry of charging.
When you do need to charge, rapid charging is available. The phone supports 45W wired and 25W wireless fast charging. This means less time waiting and more time using your phone, whether for work or play.
One reviewer pointed out, 'I managed two full days of use without managing my use too closely,' highlighting the efficiency of the phone's power management.
Audio
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra's stereo speakers provide clean and immersive audio for movies and games. You'll notice a richer and more balanced sound, making your entertainment sessions more enjoyable.
Multiple reviews highlight the clarity in both high and low frequencies, ensuring you don’t miss a beat.
For calls, the microphone captures clear voices, reducing background noise so that each conversation sounds natural and precise. As noted by experts, the voice quality during calls is excellent, even in noisy environments.
The Bottom Line
This phone offers a sleek, durable build with a flat screen and new titanium frame. It's designed to handle everyday use with ease.
The advanced AI features, like live translation and photo editing, make many tasks simpler.
Strong camera performance coupled with long software support ensures longevity.
It may get warm under heavy use, but overall, it's a powerful, future-proof device.
What the Critics Are Saying...


- John Velasco, Tom's GuideEven with a price increase, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra proves its worth as one of the best phones, setting new records for a flagship phone in key areas such as battery life, screen brightness and processing performance. Add to that the slew of helpful Galaxy AI features packaged with the phone, a...


- Ernest Doku, uSwitchThe Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is a remarkable device that sets a new standard for what a flagship smartphone can be. It's a gadget that not only meets the high expectations of tech enthusiasts but also pushes the boundaries of what's possible in mobile technology and photography.


- Russell Matthew Loh, DanamicThe Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is a powerhouse device that continues Samsung’s legacy of combining a premium build with powerful hardware.


- K. Azwan, OhsemPerformance wise, the Galaxy S24 Ultra is simply wonderful. No matter if you’re an avid gamer or a professional who multitasks all the time, the Galaxy S24 Ultra will do everything to throw at it with ease. It is the phone of the year for most of us tech geeks. Nothing beats the features and functio...


- Marcus Gopolang Moloko, GearburnThe Galaxy S24 features a titanium frame, AI innovation, higher resolution in zoomed images, and corning Gorilla armor. It makes a solid statement considering the brand focused more on Samsungs solid direction into AI. Galaxy AI makes sense, and the latest One UI 6.1 update would make the S24 series...
Prices (Where to Buy)
Common Questions
The Galaxy S24 Ultra price will vary depending on retailer, age, special offers and whether or not it's purchased with a service plan. If purchased with a 2 year service contract for example, you would likely pay much less for the phone itself up front. You can compare Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra prices from around the web here on The Informr.
We've got you covered! Download a free PDF copy of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra user manual here.
Samsung backs up the Galaxy S24 Ultra with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.
If your Galaxy S24 Ultra has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Samsung support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Samsung's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.
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