Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB Specifications, Tests and Review

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Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB Full Specifications and Details

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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB
Product Type Smartphone
Manufacturer Model Number SM-S908B/DS
Form Factor Touch
Height 163.3 mm Better than 93 % of phones rated.
Width 77.9 mm Better than 94 % of phones rated.
Depth 8.9 mm Better than 66 % of phones rated.
Weight 228 g Worse than 97 % of phones rated.
Body Colour Sky blue | Burgundy | Green | Phantom black | Phantom white | Graphite | Red
Body Material Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+, Armour Aluminium frame
Protection Dustproof, splashproof, water-resistant
Waterproof (Water-resistant) Yes Better than 86 % of phones rated.
IP rating IP68
Repairability Index 8.2 (out of 10)
SAR Value 1.585 W/kg (body), 3.18 W/kg (limb), 1.049 W/kg (head)
Connector Type USB Type-C - 24 pin USB-C
SIM Card Type (Size) Nano SIM, Electronic SIM card (e-SIM)
SIM Card Qty Dual-SIM

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB has a height of 163.3 mm, a width of 77.9 mm and a thickness of 8.9 mm. The weight of the phone is 228 g. Many users will also appreciate the waterproof design.

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DISPLAY Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB
Display Type OLED display
Display Technology Infinity-O Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Screen Size (Display Size) 6.8" Better than 99 % of phones rated.
Screen Resolution (Display Resolution) 3088 x 1440 pixels Better than 99 % of phones rated.
Display Format QHD+
Pixel Density 500 ppi Better than 87 % of phones rated.
Max Brightness 1750 cd/m² Better than 97 % of phones rated.
Colour Depth 16.7 million colours Better than 98 % of phones rated.
Contrast Ratio 3000000:1 Better than 91 % of phones rated.
HDR Yes Better than 91 % of phones rated.
HDR Technology HDR10+
Display Enhancement Technology Vision Booster technology
Display Refresh Rate 120 Hz Better than 94 % of phones rated.
Touch Sampling Rate 240 Hz
Display Features Edge Screen, AOD(Always On Display), Video Wallpaper, 100% DCI-P3
Display Protection (Screen Protector) Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ (scratch resistant glass)

The screen size reaches 6.8" inches. With a large display, phone offers a great experience for watching videos, playing games and reading. The best phones today are 6.5'' or more. They have the advantage of a large display area that allows you to see more content than with conventional display sizes. Owing to OLED technology, the display offers a true representation of colours, especially black. The resulting contrast is significantly higher and colours appear more vivid. OLED technology is now part of most smartphones, while LCD displays are becoming a thing of the past in mobile phones. OLED displays also have lower power consumption compared to LCD technology.

Display Resolution of Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB is 3088 x 1440 pixels. A higher display resolution is a prerequisite for a sharper image. The standard for mid-range phones today is a Full HD resolution of 1920 × 1080 px. Cheaper phones, which usually have a smaller diagonal, have an HD resolution of 1280 × 720 px. Smaller resolutions can only be found in older models. Best phones, on the other hand, have a 4K resolution of 3840 x 2160 px. Display´s pixel density is 500 ppi and represents another significant factor affecting image sharpness besides resolution. The higher the value, the sharper the image. Average value is currently about 350-400 ppi, which guarantees a fine and sufficiently sharp image. Finest modern phone displays reach 450 ppi and above.

The refresh rate is 120 Hz. This value indicates how many times per second display shows new information. Previously, 60 Hz was considered the standard, but today the average frequency for mid-range phones is more like 90 Hz. Modern phones now reach frequencies of around 120 Hz and above. Higher frequencies mean a better user experience when browsing the internet and especially when playing games.

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PROCESSOR Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB
Processor Type (CPU) Samsung Exynos 2200
Clock Speed 2.8 GHz Better than 95 % of phones rated.
Processor Core Qty 8-core Better than 99 % of phones rated.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB is equipped with Samsung Exynos 2200. The number of processor cores is 8. It is a number of cores that plays an important role in evaluating the performance of phone as it is responsible for computing operations. Smartphones already commonly have a core count of around 4 to 8. Multi-core processors can perform better and reduce the processing time of a request to a minimum, which is reflected in the responsiveness of the phone, e.g. in the speed of opening applications. The processor frequency indicates how many instructions phone can process in 1 second. The higher the frequency, the better the performance. Standard processor frequency range today is between 1.8 GHz and 2.8 GHz. Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB reaches the frequency of 2.8 GHz.

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MEMORY Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB
RAM LPDDR5 SDRAM - 12 GB Better than 99 % of phones rated.
Internal Memory Size (Storage Capacity) 256 GB Better than 98 % of phones rated.
User Memory 219.4 GB

The phone´s internal memory capacity is 256 GB. The size of the internal storage determines e.g., how many photos, songs, movies, or applications you can store on your phone. Best phones like this one have 256 GB to 1 TB of memory, which is already enough for even the most demanding geeks who use the phone to create videos, take high-resolution photos and play more demanding games. The downside is that with most phones, you'll have to pay extra for that kind of storage capacity. Luckily, most smartphone manufacturers nowadays offer models with different memory sizes to suit every user.

RAM memory of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB is LPDDR5 SDRAM - 12 GB. Most powerful phones currently have an operating memory of 12 GB or more, which is especially useful for demanding users such as gaming enthusiasts. Normally, phones nowadays have 6 to 8 GB of RAM, which means that the phone can easily handle normal operation and more demanding applications. Operating memory of less than 4 GB is found in lower-end phones or older models, and they are suitable for low-end users who don't use demanding applications and have the phone more for basic use.

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CAMERA Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB
MAIN CAMERA
Number of Main Cameras 4
Sensor Resolution 108 Megapixel Better than 99 % of phones rated.
Sensor Size 1/1.33"
Lens Type Wide-angle lens
Lens Aperture F/1.8 Better than 80 % of phones rated.
Field of View (FoV) 85 degree(s) Better than 88 % of phones rated.
Pixel Size 0.8 μm
Optical Image Stabiliser (OIS) Optical Image Stabiliser (OIS) Better than 87 % of phones rated.
Focus Adjustment Automatic
Laser Auto Focus Yes
Self-Timer Delay Yes
Special Effects Super HDR, face retouch, Grid Line, selfie colour tone
HDR Mode Auto HDR mode
Camera Modes Panorama, Slow motion mode, Pro mode, HYPERLAPSE, Super Slow-mo, Flowers, Greenery, Trees, Sky, Beaches, Watersides, Snow, Backlit, Text, Food, Face, Baby, Person, Dog, Cat, People, Sunset, Sunrise, City, Waterfall, Scenery, Stage, Vehicles, Drinks, Animal, Shoes, Indoor, Clothes, Night view, Portrait, Night, Motion Photo, Mountain, Filter mode, Single Take, Pro Video, Portrait video, Director's View, Nightography
Light Source High CRI LED flash
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080 (1080p) at 60 fps, 1280 x 720 (720p) at 30 fps, 3840 x 2160 (4K) at 60 fps, Super slow motion video 1280 x 720 (720p) at 960 fps, Slo-mo video 1920 x 1080 (1080p) at 240 fps, 7680 x 4320 (UHD 8K) at 24fps, Hyperlapse 4K video support at 30 fps, Super Steady 1080p video support at 60 fps
Camera Features (Functions) Phase Detect Auto-Focus (PDAF), blink detection, QR-code scanner, RAW image capture, VDIS (Video Digital Image Stabilisation), Tracking AF, Quick Share, Dual Pixel Autofocus technology, Scene Optimiser, Lens smudge, Flaw detection, Shot suggestions, blur detection, HDR10+ recording, Super steady, backlighting detection, Quick Measure, Zoom-In Mic, HEIF image capture, Space Zoom, 100x Super Resolution Zoom, Take 33MP still photos while playing 8K video, Digital zoom up to 12x for video, Single Take, AR Doodle, HEVC (High Efficiency Video coding) support, Auto framing, Detail Enhancer, UW shape correction, Auto FPS, object eraser, Adaptive Pixel (12MP 2.4μm)
SECOND CAMERA
Sensor Resolution (2nd Camera) 12 Megapixel Better than 81 % of phones rated.
Sensor Size (2nd Camera) 1/2.55"
Lens Type (2nd Camera) Ultra wide-angle lens
Lens Aperture (2nd Camera) F/2.2 Better than 87 % of phones rated.
Field of View (2nd Camera) 120 degree(s) Better than 80 % of phones rated.
Pixel Size (2nd Camera) 1.4 μm Better than 82 % of phones rated.
Camera Features (2nd Camera) Dual Pixel AF
THIRD CAMERA
Sensor Resolution (3rd Camera) 10 Megapixel Better than 72 % of phones rated.
Sensor Size (3rd Camera) 1/3.52" Better than 51 % of phones rated.
Lens Type (3rd Camera) Telephoto lens
Lens Aperture (3rd Camera) F/4.9 Worse than 98 % of phones rated.
Field of View (3rd Camera) 11 degree(s)
Pixel Size (3rd Camera) 1.12 μm Better than 55 % of phones rated.
Optical Zoom 10x
Camera Features (3rd Camera) Dual Pixel AF
FOURTH CAMERA
Sensor Resolution (4th Camera) 10 Megapixel Better than 98 % of phones rated.
Sensor Size (4th Camera) 1/3.52"
Lens Type (4th Camera) Telephoto lens
Lens Aperture (4th Camera) F/2.4 Better than 85 % of phones rated.
Field of View (4th Camera) 36 degree(s)
Pixel Size (4th Camera) 1.12 μm
Optical Zoom 3x
Camera Features (4th Camera) Dual Pixel AF
FRONT CAMERA
Number of Front Cameras 1
Sensor Resolution (Front) 40 Megapixels Better than 99 % of phones rated.
Sensor Size (Front) 1/2.82"
Lens Aperture (Front) F/2.2 Better than 51 % of phones rated.
Field of View (Front) 80 degree(s) Better than 58 % of phones rated.
Pixel Size (Front) 0.7 μm
Camera Features (Front) Phase Detect Auto-Focus (PDAF), Adaptive Pixel (10MP 1.4μm)

The rear camera of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB is equipped with 4 lenses, with each lens having a different role in taking pictures. Most common lens you'll see on smartphones is a wide-angle lens, telephoto lens or macro lens. A wide-angle lens is mainly used to capture landscapes and other spatially larger compositions where a wide field of view is needed. A telephoto lens is designed for photographing subjects at a distance and often has an optical zoom. A macro lens is ideal for close-ups and small objects. The main lens is designed as Wide-angle lens. The resolution of the main lens is 108 Megapixel. Higher resolution does not necessarily mean super high quality photos. Furthermore, it depends on the pixel size but also on other important factors. Pixel size is 0.8 μm. Average value is typically around 0.8 μm to 1.8 μm on better mobile phones, and again, the higher the number, the higher the photo quality.

The size of the camera's sensor also influences the final quality of the photos. Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB´s main lens is designed with a sensor size of 1/1.33". The higher the value after the slash, the higher the resulting photo quality. The aperture of main lens reaches F/1.8 value. The best phones have a lens with an aperture of up to F/1.5, where more light can pass through sensor and photos will be of a high quality even in low light conditions. However, lenses with apertures around F/1.8 to F/2.2 are the most common. The lower the number after the slash, the better the photo quality. An undeniable advantage is the optical image stabilisation, which makes image significantly more stable without any loss in quality. Cheaper phone models are equipped with electronic stabilisation, which has a negative effect on the resulting image quality.

Second camera
The second lens of rear camera is designed as Ultra wide-angle lens. The field of view of second lens reaches 120 degree(s). The resolution reaches size of 12 Megapixel. Pixel size in this case is 1.4 μm. Furthermore, the second lens is equipped with aperture of F/2.2.

Third camera
The third lens is designed as Telephoto lens. The field of view reaches 11 degree(s). The resolution of third lens is then 10 Megapixel. The pixel size that significantly affects quality of photo is 1.12 μm. Last but not least, third lens is equipped with a lens aperture of F/4.9.

Fourth camera
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB also has a fourth lens, which is designed as Telephoto lens. Fourth lenses are usually fitted to the highest quality cameras. The resolution of fourth lens is 10 Megapixel. The pixel size is 1.12 μm. Lens aperture value then reaches F/2.4.

Front camera
The front camera of phone Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB has one lens. This number of lenses is standard on most smartphones nowadays. The resolution of front lens reaches 40 Megapixels. Again, it should be noted that resolution is only one of several other significant factors that affect resulting quality of a photo. The pixel size itself is 0.7 μm. The main lens is also equipped with aperture of F/2.2. The field of view of front camera is 80 degree(s).

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BATTERY AND CHARGING Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB
Battery Capacity (Battery Size) 5000 mAh Better than 99 % of phones rated.
Fast Charging Technology Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0, Adaptive Fast Charging, Samsung Super Fast Charging, Power Delivery 3.0 Better than 86 % of phones rated.
Wireless Charging Yes Better than 91 % of phones rated.
Wireless Charging Standards WPC, Qi, Fast Wireless Charging 2.0, Wireless PowerShare
Talk Time 2280 minutes Better than 96 % of phones rated.
Run Time Details Talk (4G): up to 2280 min
Active online usage (LTE): up to 19 hrs
Active online usage (Wi-Fi): up to 20 hrs
Playback (wireless video): up to 22 hrs
Playback (wireless audio): up to 81 hrs

The battery size of Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB is 5000 mAh. Nevertheless, battery capacity is not the only factor that affects the phone's battery life. For example - the size of the display, the performance of the processor, the use of data functions and, of course, the intensity of use of phone in general all have a significant impact on battery life. Standard for most smartphones today is a battery capacity of around 4500 to 5000 mAH. Phones with this battery size usually guarantee a phone life of at least 1 day. Older or cheaper smartphone models can then reach battery capacities typically around 2500 mAH and below. With this capacity, you may find that if you use your phone heavily, you may need to recharge your phone during the day. Talk time, or we can say battery life when making calls, then indicates amount of time your phone will last from a full charge if you are constantly on a call. Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB is provided with a talk time about 2280 minutes. Many users will also welcome the wireless charging feature. Wireless charging keeps your phone from overheating and also protects the connector from wear and tear. On the other hand, it does cause some power loss. You'll also enjoy the fast charging function, which allows for faster power flow and thus up to several times faster charging of the phone.

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CELLULAR Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB
Technology WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM
Mobile Broadband Generation 5G Better than 99 % of phones rated.
Operating System Android 12
User Interface One UI 4.1
Intelligent Assistant Bixby
Payment Technology Samsung Pay
Navigation GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB supports 5G. 5G connectivity, which is slowly replacing standard 4G connectivity, is still more the preserve of the latest phones. The operating system in this case is Android 12. Among other benefits It also includes payment technology Samsung Pay.

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COMMUNICATIONS Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB
Data Transmission FDD-LTE, TDD-LTE, 5G NR FR1
2G Band 850 GSM, 900 GSM, 1800 GSM, 1900 GSM
3G UMTS Band Band 1, Band 2, Band 4, Band 5, Band 8
3G UMTS Frequency 2100, 1900, 1700, 850, 900
4G LTE Band Band 1, Band 2, Band 3, Band 4, Band 5, Band 7, Band 8, Band 12, Band 13, Band 17, Band 18, Band 19, Band 20, Band 25, Band 26, Band 28, Band 32, Band 38, Band 39, Band 40, Band 41, Band 66
4G LTE Frequency FDD 2100, FDD 1900 PCS, FDD 1800+, FDD 1700 - 2110 AWS, FDD 850, FDD 2600, FDD 900, FDD 700a, FDD 700c, FDD 700b, FDD 800 lower, FDD 800 upper, FDD 800 DD, FDD 1900+, FDD 850+, FDD 700 APT, FDD 1500 L, TDD 2600, TDD 1900, TDD 2300, TDD 2500, FDD 1700 - 2110 AWS-3
5G NR Band N1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n28, n38, n41, n66, n75, n77, n78, n40, n25, n12
5G NR Frequency FDD 2100, FDD 1900PCS, FDD 1800, FDD 850, FDD 2600, FDD 900, FDD 800, FDD 700APT, TDD TD 2600, TDD TD 2500, FDD AWS-3, SDL DL 1500+, TDD TD 3700, TDD TD 3500, TDD 2300, FDD 1900, n12
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.2
NFC Yes Better than 66 % of phones rated.
Ultra-Wideband (UWB) Yes Better than 98 % of phones rated.

Fans of modern technology will appreciate NFC function, which allows, among other things, contactless mobile phone payments, but also finds other uses in connectivity, such as unlocking the door or loading the menu in restaurant using the NFC tag. Basic connectivity standards also include Bluetooth 5.2, making it easy to communicate wirelessly with other devices such as headphones, tablets, speakers and smartwatches. Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB is also equipped with UWB technology, a wireless communication technology that enables even faster transfer of larger amounts of data between devices. At the same time, it provides even better localization of mobile device, for example, if it is lost. UWB is said to be the emerging wireless technology of future, which should soon replace use of Bluetooth or NFC.

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MEDIA Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB
Supported Digital Audio Standards WAV, AAC, PCM, AMR, MP3, FLAC, XMF, OGG, MIDI, APE (Monkey's Audio), M4A, DSF, DSD, MXMF, OGA, 3GA, AWB, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, DFF, MID, DSD64, DSD128
Supported Digital Video Standards MKV, FLV, AVI, 3GP, M4V, WebM, 3G2, MP4
Sound Enhancements Dolby Digital Plus sound, Dolby Atmos sound technology, Surround sound, Dolby Digital sound, amplify ambient sound
FEATURES Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB
Sensors Accelerometer, proximity sensor, barometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor, geomagnetic sensor, light sensor
Security Devices Fingerprint reader (under display), face recognition
Additional Phone Features S Pen multi-input, Air View, MIMO technology, Screen Write, notification flashlight, Smart Select, Three microphones, Samsung KNOX, Smart View, Live message, Screen off memo, Samsung DeX support, Bixby Vision, Secure Folder function, TalkBack, Dual Audio, Bixby Routines, Intelligent Performance Enhancer, Samsung Smart Switch, AR Doodle, PENUP, Bixby key, Bluetooth Scalable Codec, Samsung Knox Vault, DisplayPort over USB Type-C
OTHERS Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 256 GB
Included Accessories SIM card removal tool, S Pen, USB-C to USB-C cable
Compliant Standards VDE, IP68, HAC (Hearing Aid Compatible), IEC 61960
Max Depth of Water Resistance 1.5 m

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