Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

Buy Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra in Kenya – full specs and best price

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra costs Ksh 123,000 in Kenya. It is a flagship phone in the Galaxy S series featuring a 6.9-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X with a 120Hz refresh rate, 2600 nits brightness, and a high screen-to-body ratio of 92.5%. 

S25 ultra features a quad-core main camera setup which includes a whooping 200MP wide camera, 10MP telephoto camera, 50MP periscope telephoto, and a 50MP ultra wide camera. One thing we love about the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is its 100x zooming capabilities. This is made possible by the 50MP periscope camera, which gives you 5X telescope zoom and 3x zoom from the 10MP telephoto lens.  These cameras can record videos in 8K@30fps, 4K@120fps, and 1080p@240fps

The front camera is a 12MP wide camera that can record videos in 4K@30/60fps and 1080p@30fps. 

It’s powered by Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm), Android 15 with up to 7 years of major Android updates, an Advanced octa-core CPU, and Adreno 830 graphics processing units, which boosts the S25’s ultra performance in gaming, recording, or streaming for a smooth and immersive mobile experience. 

You can opt for either 256 or 512GB internal storage depending on your storage needs. Booth variants come with the same RAM space of 12 GB. 

In the box, you will get a brand new Galaxy S25 Ultra, an S pen, a USB Type-C cable, and a user manual. 

Network & Connectivity

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra offers comprehensive connectivity with support for GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, and 5G technologies. It covers a wide range of 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G bands suitable for Kenyan users. In the 5G department, the international version supports sub-6 GHz bands including 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 77, and 78, while the USA version additionally includes mmWave bands like 257, 258, 260, and 261. 

It has fast speeds across HSPA, LTE with up to 7-carrier aggregation, and 5G, ensuring seamless performance in data-intensive activities

Design & Build

This flagship device features a premium design with dimensions of 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm and a weight of 218 grams.

 It’s built with a durable glass front made of Corning Gorilla Armor 2, a Gorilla Glass Victus 2 back, and a titanium frame (grade 5). For the Kenya market, S25 ultra has dual nano-SIM and dual eSIM support internationally, nano-SIM with eSIM in the USA, and dual nano-SIM in China.

 It is also IP68-rated, making it dust-tight and water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes. As expected in the Ultra series, it includes a built-in S Pen stylus.

Display

The Galaxy S25 Ultra boasts a stunning 6.9-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X display with a peak brightness of 2600 nits. It offers a high resolution of 1440 x 3120 pixels with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio and around 498 ppi density. The screen supports a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, and an always-on display feature. It is protected by Corning Gorilla Armor 2 and includes an anti-reflective DX coating for improved visibility outdoors.

Software & Performance

Running on Android 15 with One UI 7, the device is promised up to 7 years of major Android upgrades, ensuring longevity. Under the hood, it features the cutting-edge Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset built on a 3nm process. The octa-core CPU is composed of two high-performance cores clocked at 4.47 GHz and six efficiency cores at 3.53 GHz, all based on the Oryon V2 Phoenix architecture. The GPU is the powerful Adreno 830, which supports demanding gaming and graphics tasks.

Storage & Memory

Although the Galaxy S25 Ultra doesn’t support a microSD card, it compensates with generous internal storage options. Configurations include 256GB with 12GB RAM, 512GB with 12GB RAM, 1TB with 12GB RAM, and the top-tier 1TB with 16GB RAM. All variants use UFS 4.0 storage, offering blazing-fast read/write speeds for smooth multitasking and app launches.

Samsung galaxy s25 ultra Camera System

The quad rear camera setup is designed for versatility and quality. It includes a 200 MP main wide sensor with multi-directional PDAF and OIS, a 10 MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, a 50 MP periscope telephoto lens offering 5x optical zoom, and a 50 MP ultrawide lens with Super Steady video support and dual-pixel PDAF. 

The camera supports features like Laser AF, Best Face, auto-HDR, and panorama. Video capabilities are extensive, ranging from 8K at 24/30fps to 4K at up to 120fps, and 1080p up to 240fps with HDR10+, 10-bit HDR, stereo sound recording, and gyro-EIS.

The front camera is a 12 MP shooter with wide-angle support, dual pixel autofocus, and video recording up to 4K at 60fps. It also supports HDR and HDR10+ for enhanced selfie quality.

Audio & Sound

The phone is equipped with stereo speakers tuned by AKG, delivering rich and immersive audio. It does not include a 3.5mm headphone jack, but compensates with high-resolution 32-bit/384kHz audio support for audiophiles using wired Type-C or wireless headphones.

Connectivity & Port

Connectivity is top-tier with support for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, and NFC. It includes USB Type-C 3.2 with DisplayPort 1.2 and OTG support. There is no FM radio, and IR blaster is absent. Samsung DeX is supported both wired and wirelessly, allowing for a desktop-like experience on external displays. The device also supports Ultra-Wideband (UWB) for advanced spatial awareness features and includes “Circle to Search,” a new contextual search tool.

Sensors & Features

Biometrics include an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor under the display. The device also includes a suite of sensors: accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity, compass, and barometer. These features enable seamless navigation, fitness tracking, and smart automation.

Battery & Charging

Powering the device is a 5000 mAh Li-Ion battery. It supports 45W wired charging via USB Power Delivery 3.0, capable of reaching 65% in just 30 minutes. Wireless charging is supported up to 15W (Qi2 ready), and there’s also 4.5W reverse wireless charging for accessories. Real-world tests report an impressive active use score of 14 hours and 49 minutes.

Colors & Models

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra in Kenya is available in multiple titanium-themed finishes: Titanium Silver Blue, Titanium Black, Titanium White Silver, Titanium Gray, Titanium Jade Green, Titanium Jet Black, and Titanium Pink Gold. Model numbers vary by region, including SM-S938B, SM-S938U, SM-S938N, and others.

Pros

• Good  performance with Snapdragon 8 Elite and Adreno 830
•  6.9″ AMOLED display with 2600 nits for peak brightness
•  high-quality camera system
• Android 15 out of the box with up to 7 years of Android updates
• Durable, premium build with titanium frame and Gorilla Armor
• High battery endurance with fast wired and wireless charging
• Advanced features like UWB, Wireless DeX, and Circle to Search
  

Cons

• No expendable storage
• Lacks 3.5mm headphone jack
• Quite heavy
• No FM radio support
• Premium pricing may be a barrier for budget-conscious users

Where to buy Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 

You can buy the phone at Orifon Ltd. Our prices start from Ksh 133,000 to Ksh 144,000. Place your order online or visit our shop today. Explore other Samsung phones available at our shop.