Definition:
The Samsung Galaxy S28 Ultra, launched in January 2024, represents the pinnacle of Samsung’s smartphone innovation. With cutting-edge technology, including a powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, an exceptional camera system, and a vibrant Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, this device is designed for users seeking top-tier performance and features.

Product Overview:

Network Technology:

  • Supported Technologies: GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G
  • Launch Date: Announced on January 17, 2024
  • Current Status: Available; released on January 24, 2024

Body Dimensions & Build:

  • Dimensions: 162.3 x 79 x 8.6 mm (6.39 x 3.11 x 0.34 in)
  • Weight: 232 g or 233 g (8.18 oz)
  • Build Materials: Glass front (Corning Gorilla Armor), glass back (Corning Gorilla Armor), titanium frame (grade 2)
  • SIM Options:
    • Nano-SIM and eSIM
    • Dual eSIM
    • Dual SIM (2 Nano-SIMs and eSIM, dual stand-by)
  • Water & Dust Resistance: IP68 (dust/water resistant up to 1.5m for 30 min)
  • Stylus: Includes Bluetooth integration with accelerometer and gyro

Display:

  • Type: Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, Always-on display
  • Size: 6.8 inches (~88.5% screen-to-body ratio)
  • Resolution: 1440 x 3120 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~505 ppi density)
  • Protection: Corning Gorilla Armor
  • Brightness: 2600 nits (peak brightness)

Platform:

  • Operating System: Android 14, upgradable up to 7 major Android versions, One UI 6.1.1
  • Chipset: Qualcomm SM8650-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
  • CPU: 8-core (1×3.39GHz Cortex-X4 & 3×3.1GHz Cortex-A720 & 2×2.9GHz Cortex-A720 & 2×2.2GHz Cortex-A520)
  • GPU: Adreno 750 (1 GHz)

Memory:

  • Internal Storage Options:
    • 256GB with 12GB RAM
    • 512GB with 12GB RAM
    • 1TB with 12GB RAM
  • Card Slot: No
  • Storage Type: UFS 4.0

Main Camera:

  • Quad Cameras:
    • 200 MP wide (f/1.7, 24mm, 1/1.3″, 0.6µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS)
    • 10 MP telephoto (f/2.4, 67mm, 1/3.52″, 1.12µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom)
    • 50 MP periscope telephoto (f/3.4, 111mm, 1/2.52″, 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom)
    • 12 MP ultrawide (f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚, 1/2.55″, 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, Super Steady video)
  • Features: Laser AF, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
  • Video Capabilities: 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS

Selfie Camera:

  • Single Camera:
    • 12 MP (f/2.2, 26mm, dual pixel PDAF)
  • Features: Dual video call, Auto-HDR, HDR10+
  • Video Capabilities: 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps

Sound:

  • Speakers: Stereo speakers, tuned by AKG
  • 3.5mm Jack: Not available
  • Audio Quality: 32-bit/384kHz audio

Connectivity:

  • WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
  • Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE
  • Positioning: GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
  • NFC: Yes
  • Radio: Not available
  • USB: USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG

Features & Sensors:

  • Sensors: Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
  • Additional Features: Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support), Ultra Wideband (UWB) support, Circle to Search

Battery:

  • Type: Li-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable
  • Charging:
    • 45W wired, PD3.0 (65% in 30 min advertised)
    • 15W wireless (Qi/PMA)
    • 4.5W reverse wireless
  • Battery Endurance Rating (New): 13 hours 49 minutes (active use score)

Models:

  • SM-S928B, SM-S928B/DS, SM-S928U, SM-S928U1, SM-S928W, SM-S928N, SM-S9280, SM-S928E, SM-S928E/DS

SAR Values:

  • SAR (Head): 1.26 W/kg
  • SAR (Body): 0.62 W/kg
  • SAR (EU): 1.06 W/kg (head), 1.30 W/kg (body)

Price:

  • Approximate Prices: $881.89 / €997.23 / £822.00 / ₹108,110

Tests:

  • Performance:
    • AnTuTu: 1,453,497 (v9), 1,823,822 (v10)
    • GeekBench: 7,076 (v6)
    • 3DMark Wild Life: 17,931 (offscreen 1440p)
  • Loudspeaker: -24.6 LUFS (Very good)

Colors Available:

  • Titanium Black
  • Titanium Gray
  • Titanium Violet
  • Titanium Yellow
  • Titanium Blue
  • Titanium Green
  • Titanium Orange

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