Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G Vs Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G: Specs Comparision

Samsung has launched its first flagship device with the latest processor, Snapdragon 8 Gen1. Samsung S22 series is the new flagship model featuring the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen1 processor. Under the S22 series, there are three devices in total; Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra. Here, GalaxyS22 Ultra is the most powerful device under the series. As being the most premium phone under the S22 series, we will be comparing it with the most premium device of the S21 series. Here, in this article, I will be writing a Specs comparison among Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G Vs Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G Vs Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G: Specs Comparision

Design and display:

Firstly, comparing the design of both devices, they come with different designs. The Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G is featured with a quad-camera setup at the back panel that is placed under a single camera bump as a whole. Whereas the Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G has a quad-camera setup each sensor has its separate bumps. Likewise, the Samsung Galaxy S22 5G has Stylus inside the box that was missing on the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G. Further, looking at the pictures, it seems like the Galaxy S22 Ultra has somewhat adapted the design of the Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G.

Moving on to the front side, both the Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Galaxy S21 Ultra has a  single selfie camera in a punch-hole design that is located at the top center of the screen. In addition, the Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G has a sharp edge whereas, the Galaxy S21 Ultra comes with a curved edge.

Further, both of the devices flaunt the same display of 6.8 inches Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 120Hz refresh rate panel. But the Galaxy S22 Ultra has more peak brightness of 1750 nits. Similarly, there is a small difference in resolution of 1440 x 3080 pixels and 1440 x 3200 pixels in Galaxy S21 Ultra and S22 Ultra respectively. 

Performance:

Comparing the performance, the Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G is featured with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen1 processor that is built under 4nm architecture. It is also available with Exynos 2200 processor but, this time the device will be launching with Snapdragon 8 Gen1 processor in Nepal. Further, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is featured with Exynos 2100 processor that is built under 5nm architecture. Comparing the GPU of these devices, Galaxy S22 Ultra features Adreno 730 which is comparatively better compared to Mali-G78 MP14 which is packed with Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G model.

Further, Galaxy S22 Ultra featured the latest Android 12 software with One UI 4.1 skin on top. 

Overall, it’s for sure that the latest processor will give a better user experience, but this time the Snapdragon 8 Gen1 has some heating issues so, comparing the gaming experience would only be possible when we will get the device in hand.

Camera:

Moving on to the camera, surprisingly, both the device is featured with exactly the same camera modules at the back panel. There is a 108MP, f/1.8 aperture main camera featured in both devices respectively. Likewise, there is a 10 MP, f/4.9 aperture periscope telephoto lens supporting OIS and 10x optical zoom. Similarly, there is a 10 MP, f/2.4 aperture telephoto lens with OIS support and 3x optical zoom. Lastly, there is a 12 MP, f/2.2 aperture ultrawide camera featuring Super Steady video. Both devices can record videos up to 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, and 720p@960fps. 

Likewise, at the front, there is a 40 MP, f/2.2 aperture single selfie camera featured in both devices respectively. In addition, the front camera can record video up to 4K@30/60fps and 1080p@30fps.

Overall, you can see that the cameras of both devices are exactly the same. But, with the difference in the processor, Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G might just give better quality pictures. 

Other features:

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is featured with a 5000 mAh battery that is backed by 45W fast charging support. Whereas, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is featured with a 5000mAh battery with 25 W fast charging support. Comparing other differences, the Galaxy S22 Ultra has less RAM at the top variant, though it offers a higher storage option with 1TB. 

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G Vs Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G: Price Comparison

Comparing the prices of these devices, Galaxy S21 Ultra is cheaper compared to Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra. Galaxy S22 Ultra is priced at $1199 whereas the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is available with a price tag of $770. 

If you want to save some cash then it looks like the S21 Ultra could still be a great option, only missing out on a few things compared to the 2022 model. For those that are considering upgrading, if the S Pen is a must for you then the S22 Ultra makes sense, otherwise, you might go with the S21 Ultra.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G Vs Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G:  Pros and Cons

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra:

Pros:

• Stylus with the phone
• Maximum brightness of 1750 nits
• Snapdragon 8 Gen1 processor
• Latest Android 12, One UI 4.1 software 
• 45W fast charging support

Cons:

• Boxy design which might not liked by everyone

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra:

Pros:

• Curvy Edge design

Cons:

• Exynos 2100 could not perform good like other flagship SoC
• Supports Stylus but is not provided with box