What you should know
What makes it different
Released in 2024, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra occupies the flagship phones category for a specific reason. The S24 Ultra combines a flat anti-reflective display, titanium frame, integrated S Pen and a revised zoom arrangement. Samsung also gave this generation a seven-year operating-system and security-support commitment.
Display, speed and day-to-day use
Its Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy platform and 6.8-inch 120Hz AMOLED display define the day-to-day experience. TechRadar commended its cameras and endurance, while criticizing over-complicated One UI menus and mixed utility from AI features. The change to a 5x periscope zoom is more important to practical composition than comparing headline digital zoom multipliers.
Cameras and limitations
The documented camera arrangement is 200MP main and dual optical zoom lenses. It is genuinely large and expensive, and Samsung’s 45W peak wired charging looks restrained against some Chinese rivals. The S Pen is wasted if you never sketch, annotate or sign documents.
Battery and charging
The listed battery is 5,000mAh, with 45W wired, wireless charging. For a second-hand purchase, check battery wear and whether the original charging adapter is included.
Software and security support
Samsung promised seven generations of OS upgrades and seven years of security updates from the 2024 launch period; this is a manufacturer pledge, not independent proof of future delivery. Confirm the current security patch and regional firmware eligibility before relying on it for daily banking or work.
Who should buy it in 2026?
Buy if: Mobile productivity and stylus users buying a versatile premium Android. Skip if: People who want a simple interface or a light compact phone. On used devices, condition and remaining support matter as much as the model name.
Alternatives and regional differences
Galaxy S25 Ultra for newer internals; Pixel 9 Pro for a cleaner software approach. Regional note: No additional material variation documented in reviewed sources
Verified specifications
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.8-inch 120Hz AMOLED |
| Rear Cameras | 200MP main and dual optical zoom lenses |
| Battery | 5,000mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired, wireless |
| Regional Notes | No additional material variation documented in reviewed sources |
Sources and further reading
- Samsung official documentation (checked 2026-10-23)
- Independent hands-on review (checked 2026-10-23)
Detailed specifications
Only recorded manufacturer-backed values are listed. Missing values are omitted rather than guessed; regional variants can differ.
Display
| Display | 6.8-inch 120Hz AMOLED |
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Performance & storage
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy |
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Cameras
| Rear Cameras | 200MP main and dual optical zoom lenses |
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Battery & charging
| Battery | 5,000mAh |
|---|---|
| Charging | 45W wired, wireless |
Other specifications
| Brand | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Model | Galaxy S24 Ultra |
| Release Year | 2024 |
| Regional Notes | No additional material variation documented in reviewed sources |
Sources and limitations
This is an editorial synthesis—not a claim that GearVerity physically tested the unit. Confirm region, availability, price, software support, and configuration with the manufacturer or retailer.