100
Andy Boxall
Digital Trends
“The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is one of the most complete, most capable, and most creatively versatile smartphones we've ever used.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Titanium frame adds premium feel
- AI suite enhances productivity
- Camera performance remains strong
- Display brightness improves visibility
- 200‑MP primary sensor
- 5× optical zoom telephoto
Points of Contention
- Large size and weight
- Battery drain noticeable during heavy use
- Keyboard swipe mechanism
- Inaccurate word predictions
Professional Reviews
7 reviews from 6 critics90
Philip Berne
TechRadar
“The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra embraces what it means to be Ultra, a phone that transcends the smartphone category.”
90
Iyaz Akhtar
PCMag
“With a refined design, tons of power, a built-in stylus, helpful AI tools, and seven years of promised updates, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is one of the best Android phones you can buy for the long haul.”
89
Sam Rutherford
Engadget
The Galaxy S24 Ultra delivers a premium titanium build, brighter display, and powerful AI features that solidify its position as a top Android flagship. While the high price and lack of wireless charging are drawbacks, the phone excels in performance, camera quality, and battery life.
80
Allison Johnson
The Verge
“Galaxy AI is a collection of promising ideas but not a compelling reason to upgrade right now.”
80 Florence Ion 2 reviews · avg Gizmodo “If you’re looking for the end-all, be-all phone, it’s the Galaxy S24 Ultra, and not just because it has an S Pen tucked away in the chassis.”
Florence Ion 2 reviews · avg
Gizmodo
“If you’re looking for the end-all, be-all phone, it’s the Galaxy S24 Ultra, and not just because it has an S Pen tucked away in the chassis.”
All 2 Florence Ion reviews, aggregated above
80
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
“If you’re looking for the end-all, be-all phone, it’s the Galaxy S24 Ultra, and not just because it has an S Pen tucked away in the chassis.”
75
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: What I Love and What I Don't
“But as reviews have been trickling in and out, it’s becoming more apparent that the telephoto on the Galaxy S24 Ultra isn’t an improvement.”
