Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Review: Why Buy Anything Else?

Summary

The video discusses the new Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra phone, arguing why it's the best high-end Android phone to buy in 2024. It highlights the S24 Ultra's class-leading display, excellent battery life, top-tier performance, comprehensive camera system with 100x zoom, and robust set of AI features. Additional strengths include premium design with flat screen mimicking the iPhone, long-term software update commitment, and integration with social media for high-quality sharing. While expensive at $1300, the S24 Ultra packs everything you could want into a phone, setting the standard for a 2024 flagship.

Takeaways

• 😲 The S24 Ultra packs the best hardware, software, cameras, battery life and more into one phone
• 👍 It has one of the best displays with high resolution, brightness, 120Hz refresh rate and flat edges
• ⚡️ Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for top-tier performance in apps, gaming and multitasking
• 📸 Versatile quad camera system covering wide angles to 100x zoom plus improved photo processing
• 📱 Longer software support promised with 7 years of security updates and Android OS updates
• 🤖 New AI photo editing tools like object removal and subject isolation added for creative flexibility
• 🔋 Still has excellent 5000mAh battery life with 45W charging despite upgrades elsewhere
• 💵 Design takes cues from competitors like flat sides and telephoto camera like iPhone 15 Pro
• 📲 Still recommends cheaper S24 Plus for budget option with minor tradeoffs on display and cameras
• ✨ Seen as the ultimate all-in-one flagship Android phone for 2024 packing everything enthusiast users want

Q & A

What are some of the key features of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?

The S24 Ultra has a best-in-class display with high brightness and 120Hz refresh rate, a large 5000mAh battery, top-tier performance with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, an advanced camera system with high megapixel sensors and 100x zoom, and many helpful AI features like photo editing and object recognition.

How does the S24 Ultra display compare to other flagship phones?

The S24 Ultra has one of the best displays available on any phone. It's a 6.8-inch Quad HD AMOLED panel with up to 2600 nits brightness and 120Hz refresh rate. It also has minimal bezels and is completely flat for a seamless look.

What improvements were made to the S24 Ultra cameras compared to the S23 Ultra?

The main improvement is a new 50MP 5x telephoto camera instead of a 10MP 10x camera. This allows for sharper zoomed photos between 5-10x range. The primary and ultra-wide cameras are the same high-quality sensors.

How does the S24 Ultra battery life compare to other phones?

With its 5000mAh battery, the S24 Ultra has excellent battery life. In testing, it reliably achieved over 6 hours screen-on time and could last 1-2 days on a single charge depending on usage.

What AI and software features does the S24 Ultra have?

There are many AI photo editing tools like object erase and background blur, AI call features like live translation, and Samsung's Circle to Search to quickly identify objects. It will also get 7 years of software updates.

How does the S24 Ultra performance compare to other Android flagships?

With the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, 12GB RAM, vapor chamber cooling, and software optimization, the S24 Ultra delivers top-tier performance for gaming, multitasking, and everyday use.

What are some of the ways the S24 Ultra competes with or copies features from the iPhone?

The S24 Ultra takes inspiration from the iPhone with its flat sides, titanium frame, 5x telephoto lens, always-on display, photo stickers, and lock screen widgets.

Does the S24 Ultra have any significant drawbacks or weaknesses?

Very few. It checks nearly every box in terms of display, performance, battery life, camera capabilities, and software features. The only potential drawbacks are no call screening or always-listening song recognition.

How does the S24 Ultra compare in price to other flagship Android phones?

At $1300, the S24 Ultra is one of the most expensive Android phones. However, it packs in more features and capabilities than any other phone at this price point.

What are some alternatives to the S24 Ultra that offer similar capabilities for less money?

The S24 Plus and regular S24 provide similar performance and battery life for $300-500 less. Pixel 7 Pro and OnePlus 11 are other high-end Androids around $1000 with great cameras and software.