Why the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra at $999.99 is the Android Flagship to Beat

Now $999.99, down from $1,299.99 retail, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is the Android flagship of 2025. With a beautiful display, fast performance, high-end cameras and long battery life, it’s the best value for those who want a premium phone experience.

The 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display is gorgeous with vivid colors, deep blacks and a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling / gaming. At 1440 x 3088 resolution, it delivers crisp visuals for video or work, complete with Gorilla Armor 2 protection for scratch resistance.

Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite and 12GB of RAM, the S25 Ultra is a beast—games load instantly, apps switch seamlessly, multitasking is a breeze under heavy use. The camera system is incredible with 200MP main sensor for detail, 50MP ultra wide for landscapes, dual telephoto (10MP at 3x, 50MP at 5x) for 10x zoom. Night photography is great, 12MP front camera for sharp selfies. So you can capture any moment, from landscapes to portraits, with ease.

The 5000mAh battery is good for up to 49 hours talk time or 14.4 days standby, lasts a full day or more. 45W fast charging, though no charger included. One UI 7 based on Android 15 is intuitive and packed with Galaxy AI features like real-time translation, photo editing and note summarization, makes daily tasks easier. 7 years of updates means it’s future proof.

The IP68 water / dust resistant titanium frame is 14 grams lighter than its predecessor at 218 grams, but feels premium yet comfortable. Built with recycled materials, the phone balances sustainability and durability. Repairs, like a $204 screen fix with battery replacement, are available via Samsung’s self-repair program, and the battery retains 80% capacity after 500 cycles.