Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra: What’s New in 2027?
Samsung is gearing up to launch its next flagship, the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, in early 2027. Leaks and CAD renders confirm a bold redesign, a massive battery upgrade, and a streamlined triple-camera system led by a 200MP main sensor.
If you’re waiting to upgrade from the S26 Ultra or comparing it with the iPhone 17 Pro Max, this guide breaks down everything we know so far—design, display, performance, camera, battery, software, price, and release date.
Design & Display: A Bold New Look
The Galaxy S27 Ultra is getting a major visual overhaul. Instead of the familiar individual camera rings, Samsung is adopting a large horizontal camera bar—similar to Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro Max and some Poco phones.
- Dimensions: 163.76 x 78.25 x 7.97 mm (nearly identical to S26 Ultra)
- Camera bump thickness: 12.53 mm
- Build: Titanium frame with Gorilla Glass Armor 3
- Display: 6.9-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1–120Hz adaptive refresh, up to 3000 nits peak brightness
- New feature: Privacy Display mode (limits viewing angles for sensitive content)
The phone will feel familiar in hand but look completely different from the back. The S Pen remains on the left side, and rumors suggest Qi2 magnetic wireless charging may be added.
Performance: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro
Under the hood, the Galaxy S27 Ultra will pack the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro for Galaxy, built on a 2nm process. This chip promises major gains in CPU, GPU, and AI performance.
- CPU: Octa-core Oryon architecture
- GPU: Adreno 850 with significant graphics boost
- RAM: 16GB LPDDR5X (Ultra), 12GB (Pro)
- Storage: 256GB / 512GB / 1TB UFS 4.0
- AI: On-device generative AI, advanced photo editing, real-time translation
Gaming and multitasking should feel smoother than ever, with better thermal management and sustained performance.
Camera: 200MP Main, 5x Telephoto, No 3x Lens
Samsung is simplifying the Ultra’s camera system. The Galaxy S27 Ultra will likely drop the dedicated 3x telephoto lens and rely on a high-resolution 200MP main sensor for cropped zoom shots.notebookcheck+3
Rear camera setup:
- 200MP main – ISOCELL HP6 sensor, f/1.4 aperture, OIS, LOFIC technology for extreme dynamic rangenotebookcheck+1
- 50MP ultrawide – Sony IMX855 sensor, improved low-light
- 50MP 5x periscope telephoto – 5x optical zoom, 10x in-sensor cropsammobile+1
Front camera:
- 16MP selfie – first upgrade since S23 Ultra, better video calls and selfiesnotebookcheck+1
This change means better light capture and cleaner zoomed images, but some enthusiasts may miss the dedicated 3x lens.
Battery & Charging: 5700mAh Silicon-Carbon Cell
One of the biggest upgrades is the battery. The Galaxy S27 Ultra is rumored to feature a 5700mAh silicon-carbon battery, a significant jump from the S26 Ultra’s ~5000mAh.secnews+1
- Wired charging: 60W (0–100% in ~45 minutes)
- Wireless charging: 25W Qi2 magnetic (new for Ultra)
- Reverse wireless: 15W
- Battery life: 1.5–2 days typical use, heavy gaming ~8–10 hours screen-on
This makes it one of the longest-lasting flagships, ideal for power users and travelers
Software & S Pen: One UI 9.5, 7 Years of Updates
The Galaxy S27 Ultra will launch with One UI 9.5 based on Android 16. Samsung is expected to offer 7 years of OS and security updates, matching Google and Apple.
S Pen features:
- Latency reduced to ~9ms
- New Air Gestures for camera and media control
- Enhanced note-taking and PDF annotation
- Left-side placement retained for ergonomics
AI-powered features include live translation, photo object removal, and smart summary tools.
Price & Release Date: When to Expect in Bangladesh?
Global launch: January–February 2027 at Samsung Unpacked
Bangladesh launch: March–April 2027 (typical 1–2 months delay)
Expected pricing:
- Global: $1,299 (256GB), $1,419 (512GB), $1,659 (1TB)
- Bangladesh (estimated):
- 256GB: ৳1,55,000 – ৳1,65,000
- 512GB: ৳1,70,000 – ৳1,80,000
- 1TB: ৳1,95,000 – ৳2,10,000
Prices may vary based on taxes, warranty, and official vs. gray market imports.
Galaxy S27 Ultra vs S26 Ultra vs iPhone 17 Pro Max
| Feature | Galaxy S27 Ultra | Galaxy S26 Ultra | iPhone 17 Pro Max |
|---|
| Feature | Galaxy S27 Ultra | Galaxy S26 Ultra | iPhone 17 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.9″ QHD+ 120Hz | 6.9″ QHD+ 120Hz | 6.9″ OLED 120Hz |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro (2nm) | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | A19 Pro (3nm) |
| Main Camera | 200MP (f/1.4) | 200MP (f/1.7) | 48MP (f/1.6) |
| Telephoto | 50MP 5x periscope | 50MP 5x + 10MP 3x | 48MP 5x tetraprism |
| Battery | 5700mAh, 60W | 5000mAh, 45W | 4685mAh, 35W |
| Wireless Charging | 25W Qi2 | 25W | 25W MagSafe |
| OS Updates | 7 years | 7 years | 6–7 years |
| S Pen | Yes (built-in) | Yes (built-in) | No |
Final Verdict: Should You Wait for the Galaxy S27 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra is shaping up to be a true powerhouse. The new horizontal camera design, 5700mAh battery, 2nm Snapdragon chip, and 200MP camera with LOFIC make it a compelling upgrade—especially for S25 Ultra or older users.
If you already own the S26 Ultra, the changes are evolutionary rather than revolutionary. But if battery life, camera quality, and long-term software support are your priorities, the S27 Ultra is worth the wait.