Itel has officially introduced its latest smartphone, the Itel S25 Ultra, bringing a premium design and solid specs to the budget-friendly segment. With a 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display, 32MP selfie camera, and sleek 6.9mm body, this phone is clearly designed to attract users who want style without spending flagship money.
Display & Design
The Itel S25 Ultra comes with a 6.78-inch AMOLED curved display featuring FHD+ resolution (1080 × 2436 pixels). It supports a 120Hz refresh rate and reaches up to 1400 nits peak brightness, making it great for smooth scrolling and outdoor use. The screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass v7i and boasts a 94% screen-to-body ratio, giving it a premium edge.
Despite its large display, the phone is slim at 6.9mm thickness and lightweight at 163 grams. It also comes with IP64 splash resistance and dust protection.
Performance
Powering the Itel S25 Ultra is the Unisoc T620 chipset paired with 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB UFS 2.2 storage. The octa-core CPU combines Cortex A75 performance cores and Cortex A55 efficiency cores, while the Mali-G57 GPU handles graphics.
It runs on Android 14, ensuring the latest features and UI refinements. However, one limitation is that it does not support 5G, sticking to 4G LTE connectivity.
Cameras
In terms of photography, the Itel S25 Ultra packs a 50MP wide-angle rear camera with f/1.6 aperture and a ring LED flash. It supports HDR, continuous shooting, and up to 2K video recording (2560×1440 @30fps).
On the front, it features a 32MP wide-angle selfie camera with support for 2K video recording, making it one of the best selfie-focused phones in its category.
Battery & Charging
The device is equipped with a 5000mAh battery backed by 18W fast charging. While the charging speed isn’t groundbreaking compared to 60W+ phones in the market, the large battery ensures a full day’s use comfortably.
Connectivity & Features
- Dual SIM (Nano + Nano)
- 4G VoLTE support (no 5G)
- Wi-Fi 4, Bluetooth, NFC, and A-GPS
- USB Type-C port with DTS Sound support
- In-display optical fingerprint sensor
Verdict
The Itel S25 Ultra stands out with its premium curved AMOLED display, slim design, and strong selfie camera setup. While it lacks 5G support and offers average charging speed, it can be a great pick for users looking for a stylish device with good multimedia and day-to-day performance in the budget to mid-range segment.
