Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Review

Premium has a whole new meaning with the new Galaxy S24 Ultra, Samsung’s latest flagship phone in the Galaxy S24 Series. All about the latest camera technology and powerful performance in a strong titanium frame, the S24 Ultra is a clear upgrade from its S23 predecessors, further setting itself apart with its new Galaxy AI features. 

Not only does the S24 Ultra feature the best Samsung mobile CPU yet, but it also uses AI to ensure you can do more with your mobile effortlessly. Whether it’s the new cameras or updated processor, learn everything you need to know about the new Galaxy S24 Ultra in Australia with our in-depth review below.

You can also check out the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus phones. Looking for reviews on these? We’ve got you covered with the Galaxy S24 review and Galaxy S24 Plus review. Read our brief overview of the Samsung S24 Series for general information. Read the S24 Series vs S23 Series to understand what makes the S24 Series different from S23.

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: Stand-out features

• New Galaxy AI features¹
• Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor
• Quad-camera set-up, including 200MP Wide-Angle camera²
• Typical 5,000mAh battery life³
• Titanium frame⁴

The Galaxy S24 Ultra’s most stand-out feature this year is arguably its new built-in Galaxy AI features, designed to tap into your needs and make your mobile experience that much more convenient and accessible. Launching with Circle to Search⁵, Photo Assist, Note Assist⁶, and Live Translate⁷, Galaxy AI comes with a suite of features that aim to improve your everyday mobile experience⁸, from searching to translating foreign languages.

Aside from Galaxy AI, the S24 Ultra also features an upgraded Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor⁹, one of the only phones currently in the market to use this latest powerful chipset. The S24 Ultra is also the only phone in the S24 Series to have a new titanium frame⁴, and will be available for purchase in Titanium Black, Titanium Grey, Titanium Violet, and Titanium Yellow.

Deciding whether to upgrade to the S24 Ultra? Whether you’re on the S23 Ultra or an older model, the S24 Ultra has a few key upgrades that may make purchasing the new phone worthwhile.

The S24 Ultra is powered by a new Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, upgraded from the S23 Ultra’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, allowing for improved performance, power efficiency, and graphics rendering. The S24 Ultra also features an upgraded 50MP Telephoto rear camera with up to 10x optical zoom and has slightly higher display resolution than the S23 Ultra.

Interested in learning more about the differences between the latest Galaxy S24 Series and last year’s Galaxy S23 Series? Check out our S24 Series vs. S23 Series article here.

You can buy the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra between 18/1/24 and 6/2/24 on an eligible SIM plan with Optus and enjoy interest free payments using Optus Pay over 12, 24 or 36 months.

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra review: Cameras

• Key note: 200MP Wide-Angle camera² with up to 10x Optical zoom

The S24 Ultra sports a quad-camera set up that helps you capture closer and crisper shots than ever before⁹. With a 200MP Wide-Angle², 50MP and 10MP Telephoto, and 12MP Ultra-Wide to choose from, you can enjoy taking all kinds of brilliant photos with the S24 Ultra.

These new and improved cameras⁹ also feature up to 10x Optical zoom, which when combined with in-built AI features, can help you capture your favourite memories crystal clear, even from a distance. The S24 Ultra’s 12MP selfie camera remains the same as last year’s S23 Ultra.

What’s more, the Samsung Photo app now comes with Galaxy AI’s Photo Assist, making photo editing easier and more fun. Photo Assist offers resizing, retouching, and remastering effects that help enhance your images, including convenient features such as object erasers and reflection removals. This means you can combine latest mobile camera technology with AI tools to produce your desired images¹⁴ all on a handy, portable smartphone.

Whether you’re a casual photographer hoping to capture memories of your family on the go, or an experienced one keen to play with more advanced settings such as Nightography, the S24 Ultra has something for everyone.

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra review: Performance

• Key note: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor

Ultimate performance is the name of the game with the Galaxy S24 Ultra, powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. A new processor set to achieve premium-level performance, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 uses eight cores to provide AI compatibility and raw power in the S24 Ultra.

Yes, the S24 Ultra’s new powerful processor means users can enjoy playing games and streaming videos without a hitch. Currently the only phone in the Samsung Galaxy mobile line-up to sport the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, the S24 Ultra can run even the most demanding of mobile games while keeping cool with its enhanced built-in cooling system⁹.

Compared to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, the Gen 3 offers overall better performance and improved power efficiency. Not only does this mean that the S24 Ultra can handle mobile gaming on the highest level, but it may also sustain gamers for hours on end. The S24 Ultra also offers various storage options (256GB, 512GB, and 1TB) to ensure it meets all your mobile gaming needs, as well as support your everyday phone activities.

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra review: Battery

• Key note: 5,000mAh (Typical) battery capacity³

The battery capacity of the S24 Ultra is 5,000mAh (Typical)³, which is in line with growing battery standards for new premium phones. This means the phone can be expected to last for up to 30 hours while watching videos¹², and up to 95 hours when performing basic tasks such as browsing the internet or listening to music¹². Of course, battery drainage will depend on the exact kind of activities you use your phone to perform, but these are a few rough estimates to benchmark your needs to.

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra review: Display

• Key note: 6.8 inches display size¹⁰

The Galaxy S24 Ultra is 6.8 inches large¹⁰ and has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, the same as the previous S23 Ultra. Using Quad HD+ technology, the display is also Samsung’s brightest, clearest, and most immersive screen yet⁹.

Thanks to improvements in the Infinity-O display and thinner borders, the viewable area in the S24 Ultra is slightly larger than the S23 Ultra, maximising screen-size. The perfect size to browse the internet, watch videos, and game comfortably, the S24 Ultra display also features an impressive adaptive refresh rate between 1 to 120Hz, and improved resolution (3120 x 1440).

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra review: Design

• Key note: Titanium frame⁴

When it comes to design, the Galaxy S24 Ultra is the definition of sleek and light. Available in Titanium Black, Titanium Grey, Titanium Violet, and Titanium Yellow, the Galaxy S24 Ultra can match any stylish aesthetic you have in mind.

Retaining the signature premium feel, this year with a slightly boxier frame, the S24 Ultra also has a new frame made of titanium for a stronger hold and lighter feel in the palm of your hand⁴. The S24 Ultra also comes with a hidden S Pen¹³, designed to make tapping, scrolling, and drawing much easier on the wide display. The Galaxy S24 Ultra also features a single SIM slot, is eSIM compatible, and has an ultrasonic in-screen fingerprint for unlocking your phone.

As Samsung’s most premium flagship phone model yet, the S24 Ultra makes headlines in the smartphone tech world as one of the first to combine AI with industry-leading hardware. All about providing an accessible and epic everyday experience while also being future-proof for future AI-related software updates, the S24 Ultra is a first-rate phone that’s worth upgrading to.

The S24 Ultra is especially worth purchasing if you’re:

• interested in using Galaxy AI’s new features on your everyday phone
• taking photos on your phone often and want the highest quality images, with built-in editing tools
• an avid gamer who wants an unmatched mobile gaming experience with a long-lasting battery.

Mobile innovation never stops, with the latest Galaxy S25 Series finally landing in Australia. The new Galaxy S25 Series features new Galaxy AI tools, as well as upgraded processors and camera lenses. Check out the Galaxy S25 Ultra for a look at Samsung’s newest flagship phone.