Is the S24 Ultra worth it over the S23 Ultra?

If you want a flatter screen, titanium frame, the 5x telephoto and a longer update promise, yes. Owners of an S23 Ultra gain less, since camera and battery gains are modest.

How is the battery life?

The 5,000mAh battery generally lasts a full day of heavy use, and most owners charge overnight. Heavy camera or gaming sessions will drain it faster.

Does it come with an S Pen and charger?

The S Pen is built into the phone. A charger and cable are not included in the box, so you need your own USB-C charger.

How does it compare with the Galaxy S24+?

The Ultra adds the S Pen, a 200MP main camera, 5x telephoto and a titanium frame. The S24+ is lighter and easier to handle but has fewer camera options.

How long does Samsung support it?

Samsung promises seven years of OS and security updates, so it should stay current well into the 2030s.

Is the 256GB model enough?

For most people, yes, but 8K video and large game installs fill it quickly. There is no microSD slot, so pick storage with that in mind.

Samsung SM-S928B Galaxy S24 Ultra - 256GB - Black

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Our take on the Samsung SM-S928B Galaxy S24 Ultra - 256GB - Black

The Galaxy S24 Ultra is Samsung's top-tier flagship phone, built around a 6.8-inch flat LTPO AMOLED screen, a titanium frame and a built-in S Pen. It runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy with 12GB of RAM, and its four rear cameras are led by a 200MP main sensor with 5x and 3x optical telephoto reach. It suits people who want the most capable Android phone for photos, note-taking and long days of heavy use. Against the S23 Ultra it adds a flatter screen, titanium sides and a longer software promise; against smaller flagships it is heavier and bulkier, and its charging speed trails rivals from OnePlus and Xiaomi.

Best forPhotographers who want versatile zoom reachNote-takers who use the S Pen dailyHeavy users who want years of updatesAndroid buyers who want the top tier

Pros

200MP main camera with strong 5x and 3x telephoto
Bright, flat 6.8-inch LTPO AMOLED at up to 120Hz
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy with 12GB RAM
Built-in S Pen for notes and sketching
Seven years of OS and security updates
Titanium frame and Gorilla Armor glass

Cons

Large and heavy for one-handed use
Charging is slower than some rivals
Many AI features need a Samsung account and cloud
Higher price tier than most Android flagships
S Pen has no Bluetooth, so no remote shutter

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What reviewers say

Reviewers and owners rate the S24 Ultra as one of the most complete Android phones, praising its camera versatility, bright flat screen and battery life. Common complaints are its size and weight, modest charging speed and the mixed usefulness of its Galaxy AI features.

What people mention

DisplayPraisedOwners call the flat, bright screen excellent outdoors and smooth at 120Hz.
CamerasPraisedReviewers highlight the 200MP main sensor and useful 5x and 3x zoom shots.
BatteryPraisedMost users report it lasting a full day of heavy use.
Size and weightCriticisedMany find it bulky and hard to use one-handed.
ChargingCriticisedReviewers say wired charging is slower than competing flagships.
Galaxy AIMixedSome find the AI tools handy, others call them gimmicks they rarely use.

About the Samsung SM-S928B Galaxy S24 Ultra - 256GB - Black

Samsung SM-S928B Galaxy S24 Ultra - 256GB - Black

Questions and answers

Is the S24 Ultra worth it over the S23 Ultra?: If you want a flatter screen, titanium frame, the 5x telephoto and a longer update promise, yes. Owners of an S23 Ultra gain less, since camera and battery gains are modest.
How is the battery life?: The 5,000mAh battery generally lasts a full day of heavy use, and most owners charge overnight. Heavy camera or gaming sessions will drain it faster.
Does it come with an S Pen and charger?: The S Pen is built into the phone. A charger and cable are not included in the box, so you need your own USB-C charger.
How does it compare with the Galaxy S24+?: The Ultra adds the S Pen, a 200MP main camera, 5x telephoto and a titanium frame. The S24+ is lighter and easier to handle but has fewer camera options.
How long does Samsung support it?: Samsung promises seven years of OS and security updates, so it should stay current well into the 2030s.
Is the 256GB model enough?: For most people, yes, but 8K video and large game installs fill it quickly. There is no microSD slot, so pick storage with that in mind.
Where is the Samsung SM-S928B Galaxy S24 Ultra - 256GB - Black cheapest?: At LUMICOM, for $646.50, as of our latest check.