Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Xiaomi 14 Ultra
The Verdict
Both flagship phones deliver exceptional performance with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processors and stunning LTPO AMOLED displays, but they diverge significantly in key areas. Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra excels with its brighter 2600-nit display, superior 200MP main camera with advanced OIS, and more aggressive 5x telephoto lens. Xiaomi's 14 Ultra counters with a premium 1-inch Sony sensor offering variable aperture (f/1.6-f/4.0), superior charging speeds (90W wired, 80W wireless vs. 45W/15W), larger 5300mAh battery, and higher resolution front camera at 32MP. The S24 Ultra justifies its lower price through refined software integration and proven Samsung ecosystem reliability. However, Xiaomi's charging prowess and camera versatility appeal to power users willing to invest extra. For most consumers prioritizing overall polish and value, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra delivers better bang for buck at $200 less.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra if…
- →Flat titanium design with anti-reflective Gorilla Glass Armor
- →Outstanding 200 MP camera with dual telephoto
- →Built-in S Pen for productivity
Buy the Xiaomi 14 Ultra if…
- →Pro-grade 1-inch main sensor with variable aperture
- →Versatile quad 50MP camera system with dual telephotos
- →Extremely bright 3000-nit LTPO display
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Pros
- Flat titanium design with anti-reflective Gorilla Glass Armor
- Outstanding 200 MP camera with dual telephoto
- Built-in S Pen for productivity
- Bright 2600-nit display readable in sunlight
- Seven years of OS and security updates
Cons
- Very heavy at 232 g
- Expensive starting price
- Charging speed unchanged at 45W
- S Pen lost Bluetooth air actions
Xiaomi 14 Ultra
Pros
- Pro-grade 1-inch main sensor with variable aperture
- Versatile quad 50MP camera system with dual telephotos
- Extremely bright 3000-nit LTPO display
- Fast 90W wired and 80W wireless charging
- Flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 performance
Cons
- Heavy at 224 g
- HyperOS still ships with bloatware in some regions
- Limited official availability in the US
- Premium price tag
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra | Xiaomi 14 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14, One UI 6.1 | Android 14, HyperOS |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 232 g | 224 g |
| Material | Titanium frame, Gorilla Glass Armor | Titanium alloy frame, eco-leather back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 162.3 x 79.0 x 8.6 mm | 161.4 x 75.3 x 9.2 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 200 MP, f/1.7, OIS | 50 MP variable f/1.6-f/4.0, 1-inch Sony LYT-900 |
| Front camera | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 32 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@120fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps Dolby Vision |
| Telephoto | 50 MP 5x periscope + 10 MP 3x | 50 MP 3.2x f/1.8 + 50 MP 5x periscope f/2.5 |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 50 MP, f/1.8, 12mm |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5300 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired | 90W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 80W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.8 inches | 6.73 inches |
| Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO | LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 3120 x 1440 | 3200 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2600 | 3000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.39 GHz + 5x3.1 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 + 5x3.2 GHz A720 + 2x2.3 GHz A520) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 | Adreno 750 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.4 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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