Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Samsung's 2025 big-screen flagship with an S Pen and a 5x zoom camera, now far below launch price. Launched 22 January 2025.
Android upgrades: until about Jan 2032 (7 upgrades). Security patches: until about Jan 2032 (7 years from launch).
- Best camera in its price range: scored 9/10
Top of 10 phones ₹70,000 to ₹1,00,000 that Tuvvo tracks.
Titanium Silverblue
| 12GB + 256GB | ₹89,995 |
|---|---|
| 12GB + 512GB | Price not known |
| 12GB + 1TB | Price not known |
Price unchanged since we started tracking it.
- Photos matter a lot to you
- You play heavy games or keep many apps open
- You keep a phone for years (7 years of updates)
- You want a light phone: it weighs 218g
Pick your version and colour, then your store:
Opens 12GB + 256GB. Store links may earn Tuvvo a small commission at no extra cost to you. It never changes our rankings.
Buying on EMI? See what you really pay
1. Pay over how many months?
2. What does the shop offer?
EMI costs you ₹921 more than paying in full.
| Pay in full | EMI, 6 months | |
|---|---|---|
| Pay today | ₹89,995 | ₹235 bank fee |
| Every month | Nothing | About ₹15,113 × 6 |
| Total you pay | ₹89,995 | ₹90,916 |
Why more? "No-cost" only means the shop pays the bank's interest for you. You still pay tax (18% GST) on that interest, ₹686, and a one-time bank fee of ₹235.
Smarter way: put aside ₹15,000 a month for 6 months, then buy Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra in full around July, during Amazon Prime Day, when prices often drop. You pay ₹89,995 and keep the ₹921.
How we worked this out
We use 15% interest a year and a ₹199 fee (plus GST), common for card EMIs. Your bank's EMI page shows its own numbers. The monthly amount includes the GST banks add to each bill. Missing an EMI adds late fees and can lower your credit score.
Tuvvo checked One UI 9 (Android 17) on 24 October 2026. Reported by gizbot.com, no official notice yet. Updates arrive in batches, so yours may take a few days.
- Battery
- Easily lasts a full day; 45W charging is fine, not fast.
- Camera
- Excellent: 200MP main, 3x and 5x zoom lenses, and a sharper 50MP ultrawide.
- Speed
- Snapdragon 8 Elite is among the fastest chips, great for heavy games.
- The catch
- Big and heavy at 218g. Samsung still lists it at ₹1,29,999, so only buy at the store discount.
Full specifications (tap to open)
| Display | 6.9-inch QHD+ (1440 x 3120) Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 2600 nits peak, anti-reflective Gorilla Armor 2 |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy (3nm) |
| CPU | 2x Oryon V2 Phoenix L @ 4.47GHz + 6x Oryon V2 Phoenix M @ 3.53GHz |
| Graphics (GPU) | Adreno 830 |
| AI chip (NPU) | Qualcomm Hexagon NPU (TOPS not officially stated) |
| RAM and storage | 12GB + 256GB, 12GB + 512GB, 12GB + 1TB (UFS 4.0; LPDDR5X) |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired PD (about 65% in 30 min), 15W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless |
| Cameras | 200MP main (f/1.7, OIS) + 50MP ultrawide (f/1.9) + 10MP 3x telephoto (f/2.4, OIS) + 50MP 5x periscope (f/3.4, OIS); 12MP front |
| Water and dust | IP68 (1.5m for 30 mins) |
| Size and weight | 8.2mm thick, 218g |
| Software | One UI 7 (Android 15) at launch, One UI 9 (Android 17) now |
| Updates | 7 years promised |
| 5G | Yes |
| NFC | Yes |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, UWB, USB-C 3.2 with DisplayPort |
| Modem | Integrated Snapdragon 5G modem (model not officially stated) |
| Speakers and haptics | Stereo speakers tuned by AKG; S Pen (no Bluetooth features) |
| Screen flicker (PWM) | Not officially stated |
| Cooling | Larger vapour chamber than S24 Ultra |
| Colours | Titanium Silverblue, Titanium Black, Titanium Gray, Titanium Whitesilver |
Our verdict combines 3 published reviews and tests (listed under Sources) with our daily price checks. We haven't tested this phone in hand yet.
Down ₹40,004 (31%) since launch, from ₹1,29,999 to ₹89,995 (base model).
Listed at ₹1,29,999, but Amazon sold the 256GB model for ₹89,995 and Flipkart for ₹86,778 in July 2026. Sale weeks go lower.
5G: Yes, works on Jio and Airtel 5G networks. NFC tap to pay: Yes.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or iQOO 15?
Compared like for like: every phone in its 12GB + 256GB version. Change a version at the top of its column.
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Suggested by TuvvoiQOO 15Wins 8 of 10 key areas against Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra₹3,996 cheaper for 12GB + 256GB, longer battery life, faster, smoother screen, brighter screen outdoors, faster charging, better water protection, security fixes for longer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ₹89,995 12GB + 256GB | Best price of these phones₹85,999 12GB + 256GB |
| Price since launch | Down ₹40,004 (31%) ₹1,29,999 at launch, ₹89,995 now 12GB + 256GB model | Up ₹13,000 (18%) ₹72,999 at launch, ₹85,999 now 12GB + 256GB model |
| Versions | 12GB + 256GB: ₹89,995 12GB + 512GB: price not known 12GB + 1TB: price not known | 12GB + 256GB: ₹85,999 16GB + 512GB: ₹93,999 |
| Stands out for | Best camera in its price range: scored 9/10 | Nothing that leads its price range |
| Launched | 22 January 2025 | 26 November 2025 |
| Big upgrades | Best big upgrades of these phonesAndroid upgrades: until about Jan 2032 (7 upgrades) | Android upgrades: until about Nov 2030 (5 upgrades) |
| Security patches | Security patches: until about Jan 2032 (7 years from launch) | Best security patches of these phonesSecurity patches: until about Nov 2032 (7 years from launch) |
| Software now | One UI 9 (Android 17), launched with One UI 7 (Android 15) | OriginOS 6 (Android 16) (same as launch) |
| Rating | 8.4/10 | Best rating of these phones8.8/10 |
| Battery | Easily lasts a full day; 45W charging is fine, not fast. 5000 mAh | Best battery of these phonesExcellent battery life from 7000mAh, with 100W wired and 40W wireless charging. 7000 mAh |
| Camera | Best camera of these phonesExcellent: 200MP main, 3x and 5x zoom lenses, and a sharper 50MP ultrawide. | Strong main and 3x zoom cameras; the wide-angle and selfie cameras are less sharp. |
| Speed | Snapdragon 8 Elite is among the fastest chips, great for heavy games. | Best speed of these phonesTop Snapdragon chip with big cooling, though long-session performance dipped versus last year. |
| Screen size | 6.9 inch | 6.85 inch |
| Smooth scrolling | 120Hz, very smooth | Best smooth scrolling of these phones144Hz, very smooth |
| Outdoor brightness | 2,600 nits, easy to read in sun | Best outdoor brightness of these phones6,000 nits, very easy to read in sun |
| Charging | 45W wired, 15W wireless | Best charging of these phones100W wired, 40W wireless |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Best wireless charging of these phonesYes |
| Water and dust | IP68: survives a dunk in water | Best water and dust of these phonesIP68/IP69: survives a dunk and hot water jets |
| Weight | 218 g | Best weight of these phones215 g |
| Thickness | 8.2 mm | Best thickness of these phones8.1 mm |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Tap to pay (NFC) | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Two (stereo) | Two (stereo) |
| Headphone jack | Not listed | Not listed |
| Memory card slot | No | No |
| Colours | Titanium Silverblue, Titanium Black, Titanium Gray, Titanium Whitesilver | Legend, Alpha Black |
| Catch | Big and heavy at 218g. Samsung still lists it at ₹1,29,999, so only buy at the store discount. | Speakers are underwhelming, and the India price has risen well above launch. |
| What owners say | No owner reports yet | No owner reports yet |
| Expert reviews | GSMArena Android Central | GSMArena Smartprix 8.6/10 |
marks the strongest phone on each row, Tuvvo's suggestion included. For price, weight and thickness, that's the lowest.
Where it ranks
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: common questions
- What is the price of Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra in India?
- Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra starts at ₹89,995 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage model. Listed at ₹1,29,999, but Amazon sold the 256GB model for ₹89,995 and Flipkart for ₹86,778 in July 2026. Sale weeks go lower.
- When was Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra launched, and which software does it run?
- It launched on 22 January 2025 with One UI 7 (Android 15). It now runs One UI 9 (Android 17). Android upgrades: until about Jan 2032 (7 upgrades). Security patches: until about Jan 2032 (7 years from launch).
- Is Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra good for camera, battery and gaming?
- Camera: excellent. Battery: very good (5000 mAh). Gaming and speed: excellent (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy (3nm)).
- What is the biggest downside of Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
- Big and heavy at 218g. Samsung still lists it at ₹1,29,999, so only buy at the store discount.
- Does Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra support 5G and NFC in India?
- 5G: Yes, works on Jio and Airtel 5G networks. NFC tap to pay: Yes.
- Is Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra waterproof?
- Water and dust rating: IP68 (1.5m for 30 mins).
- How fast does Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra charge?
- 45W wired PD (about 65% in 30 min), 15W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless
Share this phone
What expert reviews say about Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- GSMArenaA capable flagship and the only pick for stylus fans, but a modest battery, downgraded S Pen and non-leading cameras keep it from the top. Read the review
- Android CentralOne of the most complete Android phones with strong AI, versatile cameras and polished software; slippery, slow to charge and lacks PWM options. Read the review
Each verdict is summed up in our own words; scores are shown exactly as each site publishes them. Read 22 October 2026.
How Tuvvo checked this phone
Every spec, price and verdict on this page is checked and written by Tuvvo. The brand's own pages come first; outside sites are used only to cross-check, and for lab tests and stats.
Official brand pages
Research we cross-checked
Compare Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra with
Related on Tuvvo
- Should you buy the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
- Best camera phones under ₹1 lakh (Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is #1)
- Best phones with the longest software updates under ₹1 lakh (Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is #1)
- Best phones with the longest software updates (Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is #3)
- Best phones under ₹1 lakh (Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is #5)
- Google Pixel 11 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- iQOO 15 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- OnePlus 15 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Apple iPhone 17 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- All Samsung phones in India, ranked
- Phone buying checklist: IMEI, warranty and returns
- Which phone should I buy? Take the 60-second quiz