The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 5G is still crushing it as India’s top premium smartphone in September 2025, that beastly all-rounder for power users, photographers, and binge-watchers who want the works without compromise. Priced from Rs. 81,985 for the 12GB/256GB base on Flipkart, up to Rs. 1,09,999 for higher storage, it’s down from launch thanks to festive deals—perfect for upgrading from older S series or iPhones. With Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 brains, a 200MP camera quad, and Galaxy AI tricks free till end-2025, it battles the iPhone 16 Pro Max and Pixel 9 Pro XL on speed and snaps. Launched January 2024, it’s got seven years of updates, making it a long-haul winner for India’s chaotic digital life.
Sleek, Titanium Toughness
At 162.3 mm tall, 79 mm wide, and 8.6 mm thin, weighing 232 grams, the S24 Ultra feels premium but hefty for one-hand grips on bumpy rides. Titanium frame with Gorilla Armor glass front shrugs off scratches and drops, rocking IP68 for dust or monsoons. Colors like Titanium Gray, Black, or Violet give a matte luxury vibe, with flat edges and slim bezels for comfy holds. Dual SIM with eSIM fits multi-network chaos, up to 1TB storage—no microSD, but the S Pen slot adds stylus smarts for notes or edits. It’s pocketable but the camera bump wobbles on tables.
Stunning Display Glow
The 6.8-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X screen dazzles with QHD+ (3120×1440) resolution and 120Hz refresh for silky scrolls on Reels or games. Peaks at 2600 nits to blast through Delhi sun, with 5,000,000:1 contrast for inky blacks in Netflix dark scenes. Ultrasonic fingerprint zips unlocks, and eye comfort modes cut flicker for late reads—no notch, just a punch-hole that vanishes in videos. It’s VDE-certified for 100% DCI-P3 colors, protected against glare—ideal for outdoor maps or indoor marathons without strain.
Beastly Performance Core
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) scores over 1.8 million on AnTuTu, juggling apps or Genshin like a pro. 12GB RAM/256GB to 1TB UFS 4.0 storage handles India’s overload, running One UI 6.1 on Android 14 with seven OS upgrades and Galaxy AI for live translate or photo edits. Full 5G on Jio/Airtel bands, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.3 keep it blazing—vapor chamber cooling fights heat, no throttling in summers. It’s vaporware smooth for calls, 8K streams, or DeX mode on a monitor.
Camera Zoom King
The 200MP main with OIS nails pro daylight or low-light Diwali shots, backed by 12MP ultrawide for groups, 10MP 3x telephoto, and 50MP 5x periscope for blur-free zooms up to 100x. ProVisual Engine cranks AI scene tweaks and 8K video—32MP front spits natural selfies with portrait magic. Leica-like colors shine for Insta or vlogs, though processing lags in bursts sometimes—versatile beast for streets or festivals.
Battery That Endures
5000mAh cell lasts 1.5 days mixed, with 10-12 hours screen-on for heavy scrollers. 45W wired hits full in 66 minutes, 15W wireless for desk ease—reverse powers buds on the go. Adaptive smarts stretch it, costs Rs. 1-2 per hour heavy—a boon in outage zones. Box skips the charger, so grab one separate.
Loaded Connectivity Kit
5G zips everywhere, NFC for UPI taps, UWB for precise tracking. USB-C 3.2 moves data quick, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos pump bassy calls—no headphone jack, so wireless for podcasts. One UI gestures and AI health tracking feel intuitive, no bloat overload.
Price and Snag It
Base 12/256GB at Rs. 81,985, 12/512GB Rs. 97,999, 12/1TB Rs. 1,09,999—on-road Delhi Rs. 85k-1.15 lakh with taxes. Flipkart/Amazon deals tease Rs. 4k-5k off on ICICI cards, no-cost EMI, exchanges up to Rs. 20k. Two-year warranty, Rs. 2k-3k yearly service—5-10 day waits, resale 75% after a year.
User Buzz and Quirks
Owners rave about the zoom and AI—”S Pen’s a game-changer for edits,” one Delhi user says—but weight bugs one-hand fans, and no charger irks. Software’s polished but ads sneak in. Vs. iPhone 16 Pro Max’s video or Pixel 9’s AI, S24 Ultra wins on zoom and pen.
Final Take
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 5G, with its 200MP cams, 45W dash, and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 at Rs. 82k, is a 2025 flagship beast for India’s creators. Skips some battery bulk for style, but that display and AI nail daily wins—snag it if zoom rules your shots.
