Samsung’s upcoming flagship, the Galaxy S25 Ultra, has been a hot topic in the rumor mill lately. Following earlier reports of a redesigned frame with rounded corners for improved ergonomics, a new leak now suggests the phone could be the thinnest and lightest Ultra model yet.
Words for it come from usually reliable tipster Ice Universe. The insider claims that the Galaxy S25 Ultra will be slimmer and lighter than both the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro Max.
We will get to know the 16 Pro Max’s dimensions when it launches on September 9. For a point of comparison, though, the Pixel 9 Pro XL measures 8.5mm thick and weighs 221 grams.
Based on this, we can expect the upcoming Galaxy flagship to be around 8.4mm thick and weigh less than 220 grams. This isn’t considerably slim from S24 Ultra which measures 8.6mm, but it would be lighter, as the latter weighs 233 grams.
The tipster further suggests that the S25 Ultra will be the lightest of all upcoming “Ultra” flagships. That is to say, lightest among the Oppo Find X8 Ultra, Xiaomi 15 Ultra, and Vivo X200 Ultra, we suppose.
With the rumored design changes and thinner profile, the S25 Ultra should be a more manageable option for users who find current Ultra models a bit bulky.
Of course, there are chances of trade-offs from these changes. For instance, for a thinner profile, Samsung may pack a smaller battery. Or, outfitting the next-generation Snapdragon processor into a thinner frame could raise thermal management concerns.
While this information is based on leaks, the tipster has a strong track record of accuracy, so it’s worth considering. But we’ll still have to wait for the official announcement in early 2025 to get the full details on the phone’s design, specs, and pricing.
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