Galaxy S27 Ultra: Sell Your S24 or S25 Ultra Now? India 2026

If you own a Galaxy S24 Ultra or Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Galaxy S27 Ultra is not a strong enough reason by itself to sell in a hurry: it has not been announced, it is only expected around February 2027, and the leaked upgrades so far are mostly evolutionary. But if you already plan to move to a newer Ultra in the next few months, selling while your phone is still in its current price band and in good condition usually gets you more than waiting until the new model is in stores and the second-hand market fills up with traded-in Ultras.

This guide walks you through what the Galaxy S27 Ultra is rumoured to bring, how it compares with the S24 Ultra, S25 Ultra and S26 Ultra on paper, what your current phone is worth today, and a clear decision framework so you can choose between keeping, selling now, or selling later.

Want a number before you read further? Sell your Galaxy S24 Ultra or get a price for your Galaxy S25 Ultra on ReUz in about a minute. You will see an instant quote, and there is no obligation to sell.

Galaxy S27 Ultra: what we actually know so far

Samsung has not confirmed anything about the Galaxy S27 Ultra. Everything below comes from leaks and reports, so treat every number as provisional until launch day. Here is what Indian and international tech publications are reporting as of autumn 2026.

Expected launch timing and India price

Digit reports that the Galaxy S27 Ultra is "expected to launch around February 2027" and that it is "likely to come with a starting price of Rs 1,49,990" in India. That is close to the price range where the Galaxy S26 Ultra launched, so do not expect the new flagship to be much cheaper. If you are planning a straight swap from an S24 Ultra or S25 Ultra on launch day, budget for a flagship-level outlay, minus whatever you get for your old phone.

Samsung's S-series flagships have recently launched in the first quarter of the year, and pre-orders typically open soon after the announcement. That gives you a window of roughly three months from today in which your current Ultra is still "one or two generations old" rather than "two or three generations old" in the eyes of buyers.

Rumoured specifications

• Display: a 6.9-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel with 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and peak brightness of up to 3,000 nits, according to Digit's roundup.
• Processor: the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro is the chip most commonly named in reports.
• Battery: a 5,700mAh battery is expected, which would be a meaningful jump from the 5,000mAh cell used in the last several Ultra models.
• Charging: 45W or 65W fast charging is mentioned, so the exact figure is still unclear.
• Cameras: one set of reports talks about a quad camera setup with a 5x telephoto sensor, while leaked renders show three cameras inside a single horizontal camera module. These two claims conflict, which tells you how uncertain the camera story still is. A 16MP front camera is also rumoured.
• Design: the leaked renders suggest Samsung "could make a noticeable change" to the rear camera layout, which would be the most visible design shift in several generations.

The takeaway: the S27 Ultra looks like a solid step up in battery capacity and possibly brightness and processing power, but none of the reported changes fundamentally changes how you use the phone day to day. That matters when you decide whether to sell now or keep using your current Ultra.

Galaxy S24 Ultra vs S25 Ultra vs S26 Ultra vs S27 Ultra (rumoured)

The table below puts the three most recent Ultra models next to the rumoured S27 Ultra. Launch prices are the India launch prices for the base variant as reported by the sources listed at the end (for the S26 Ultra, the launch price Digit reports). S27 Ultra figures are leaks, not confirmed specifications.

Two patterns stand out. First, the jump from the S24 Ultra to the S25 Ultra was bigger than it looks on the spec sheet: a newer 3nm chip, a 50MP ultra-wide in place of the 12MP sensor, a slightly larger display and a lighter body. Second, from the S25 Ultra onward, the year-on-year changes are smaller. If you own an S25 Ultra or S26 Ultra, the S27 Ultra's headline improvement on current leaks is battery capacity, not a new way of using the phone.

What the table means for S24 Ultra owners

Your phone is now two generations behind and will be three generations behind once the S27 Ultra launches. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is still very fast for daily use, gaming and the camera, and Samsung promised the S24 series seven generations of OS upgrades and seven years of security updates, so software support is not a reason to rush. The real reason S24 Ultra owners upgrade is usually the ultra-wide camera (12MP vs 50MP on later models), battery health after two-plus years of use, and the general feeling that a ₹1.2 lakh phone is starting to show its age.

What the table means for S25 Ultra owners

Your phone already has the 50MP ultra-wide, the 6.9-inch display and the 3nm-class Snapdragon 8 Elite. Unless battery life is a daily pain point or you specifically want the rumoured redesign, the S27 Ultra is a "nice to have" rather than a "need to have" upgrade. If you sell an S25 Ultra, do it because you want the money or the newest model, not because the phone is obsolete.

What the table means for S26 Ultra owners

You are on the current flagship. Selling a phone that is less than a year old to buy its direct successor rarely makes financial sense unless you change phones every year by habit and accept the cost. That said, current-generation phones command the highest absolute resale prices, so if you are a yearly upgrader, it is worth knowing exactly what yours is worth. You can check the price for your Galaxy S26 Ultra anytime without committing.

Not sure yet? Getting a quote takes about 60 seconds and is free. Use the ReUz phone search to find your exact model and storage variant, then compare it with exchange offers before you decide. ReUz also has a price promise of up to 10% more than comparable local, OLX-style or exchange-counter offers for the same model and condition.

What is your Ultra worth today?

Here are the indicative ReUz buyback prices shown on the sell pages on 3 November 2026 for devices in good working condition. These are not guaranteed amounts: the final price is confirmed after a short inspection at your doorstep, and prices change as the market moves.

A few things jump out of these numbers, and they are worth thinking about carefully.

The S24 Ultra is holding value surprisingly well

A 256GB Galaxy S24 Ultra launched at ₹1,21,999. An indicative ₹70,000 today means it is still worth roughly 57% of its launch price after nearly three years on the market. That is strong for an Android flagship and reflects how popular the S24 Ultra remains in the Indian used market. The flip side is that this kind of retention does not last forever. Once the S27 Ultra arrives and more S25 and S26 Ultra units start appearing second-hand, buyers have more choice and older models usually feel the pressure first.

The gap between S24 Ultra and S25 Ultra is small

At the moment, the indicative prices for the S24 Ultra and S25 Ultra are within a few thousand rupees of each other across every storage variant. If you own an S25 Ultra, that tells you the market is not yet paying a big premium for the newer chip and better ultra-wide camera. If you own an S24 Ultra, it tells you your phone is currently being valued close to a model that is a full generation newer, which is a good position to sell from.

The S23 Ultra shows where values head next

The Galaxy S23 Ultra resale price on ReUz is about ₹19,000 lower than the S24 Ultra in the 256GB variant. That gap is a useful reference for how much one extra generation of age can cost you. It is not a forecast for the S24 Ultra, but it shows the general direction: every year a phone gets older, the price band drops.

Sell now, sell at launch, or keep? A decision framework

There is no single right answer. It depends on which phone you own, its condition, and what you plan to do next. Use the scenarios below to find the one that matches you most closely.

Scenario 1: You own an S24 Ultra and want the S27 Ultra on day one

This is the scenario where selling earlier makes the most sense. You will need a phone until February 2027, so you cannot sell today and go without one for three months. But you have options:

• Sell the S24 Ultra closer to the S27 Ultra pre-order window, but before the launch, while it is still the "previous-previous" flagship rather than three generations old.
• If you have a spare phone (an older Galaxy or a family member's handset) that you can use for a few weeks, sell the S24 Ultra in the next month or two while prices are where they are today and bridge the gap with the spare.
• Avoid waiting until after launch-day hype, when many owners try to sell at the same time.

Scenario 2: You own an S24 Ultra and are happy with it

Keep it. Samsung promised the S24 series seven generations of OS upgrades and seven years of security updates, so your phone will stay supported for a long time. Check battery health and screen condition once a year. When either starts to bother you, sell. A phone in good condition is always worth more than one with a worn battery and a scratched screen, so looking after it pays off at resale time.

Scenario 3: You own an S25 Ultra and are curious about the S27 Ultra

Wait for the launch and real reviews before deciding. The S25 Ultra already has most of the improvements that made the S24 to S25 jump meaningful. If the S27 Ultra's larger battery and rumoured redesign turn out to be as good as the leaks suggest, you can sell then. You will likely get somewhat less than you would today, but you will be making the decision with real information rather than rumours.

Scenario 4: You own an S25 Ultra and want a cheaper flagship now

If the Galaxy S26 Ultra returns to sale prices similar to festive season deals, upgrading by one generation can make sense. During the Amazon Great Indian Festival 2026, Digit reported the S26 Ultra listed at ₹1,24,999, a flat ₹30,000 off its ₹1,54,999 launch price, with additional cashback for Amazon Pay ICICI Bank credit card users. If a similar deal returns and your S25 Ultra fetches around today's indicative ₹71,000 for the 256GB variant, the net cost of moving up one generation would be in the region of ₹54,000 before bank offers. Whether that is worth it depends on how much you value the S26 Ultra's improvements over your S25 Ultra.

Scenario 5: You own an S26 Ultra

Unless you are a committed yearly upgrader, keep it. The S27 Ultra leaks do not suggest a big enough jump to justify the loss. If you are a yearly upgrader, sell just before or around the S27 Ultra launch, when your phone is still the "latest-but-one" flagship.

Scenario 6: You own an older Ultra (S22 Ultra or S23 Ultra)

This is where an upgrade pays off the most. An S22 or S23 Ultra owner moving to an S25 Ultra, S26 Ultra or S27 Ultra gets a meaningfully better ultra-wide camera, a newer chip and longer software support. Prices on older models fall steadily, so if you have already decided to upgrade, sell sooner rather than later. You can sell your Galaxy S22 Ultra or S23 Ultra through the same quick process. If you are weighing whether software support still justifies keeping one of these, our article on One UI 9 and whether to keep or sell your Galaxy S23 or S22 goes into more detail.

Exchange offer vs selling directly: which gets you more?

When the S27 Ultra launches, you will see exchange offers from Samsung, e-commerce platforms and retail chains. Exchange is convenient because the value is deducted from your new phone's price in one go. But convenience and value are not always the same thing. Here is how to compare fairly.

How exchange offers work

• The exchange value is usually calculated from your phone's model, storage and condition, often through a short online questionnaire.
• A final check happens at delivery. If the delivery partner finds a problem you did not declare, the exchange value can drop or the exchange can be cancelled, sometimes on your doorstep while you are waiting for your new phone.
• Many exchange offers include a "bonus" that only applies to specific models or bank cards. Read the terms to see whether the bonus is part of the exchange value or a separate discount you would get anyway.
• The exchange value is locked to that one purchase. You cannot use it if you change your mind about which phone to buy.

How selling directly works

• You get a cash value (in your bank account or via UPI) that you can use on any phone, from any seller, at any time.
• You can combine the cash with the best sale price and bank offer available on the new phone, rather than being tied to the retailer that is offering the exchange.
• You can sell before you buy, which gives you the freedom to wait for a better deal on the new phone.

How to compare the two correctly

1. Note the effective price of the new phone with exchange: sale price minus exchange value minus any exchange bonus.
2. Note the effective price of the new phone without exchange: the best sale price you can find, minus any bank offer available without exchange.
3. Get a direct-sale quote for your old phone.
4. Subtract the direct-sale quote from the price in step 2 and compare it with step 1. The lower number is your better deal.

Doing this comparison takes ten minutes and can be worth thousands of rupees on a flagship purchase.

How to prepare your Galaxy Ultra before selling

A well-prepared phone gets a smoother pickup and a price closer to your quote. Follow these steps before you book.

Step 1: Back up everything

• Use Samsung Cloud or Google One to back up contacts, photos, call logs, messages and app data.
• Back up WhatsApp chats from within WhatsApp settings, and check that the backup completed.
• If you are moving to a new Galaxy, Samsung Smart Switch can transfer data directly from the old phone to the new one, which is often the fastest option.
• Export any S Pen notes from Samsung Notes if they are not already syncing.

Step 2: Sign out of accounts

• Remove your Google account from Settings, then Accounts and backup.
• Remove your Samsung account. This is important because Samsung's Find My Mobile and reactivation lock can stop the next owner from setting up the phone.
• Sign out of banking and UPI apps, and deregister the phone from any app that uses device binding.

Step 3: Remove your SIM and check storage

Take out your SIM card. If you use an eSIM, delete it from the phone's settings only after you have arranged an eSIM transfer or replacement for your new phone with your operator. Check that no personal files remain in the internal storage folders.

Step 4: Check condition honestly

• Look at the screen under bright light for scratches, dead pixels or burn-in.
• Check that all rear cameras focus and switch between zoom levels.
• Check the S Pen: is it present, does it write smoothly, and does it connect for Air Actions?
• Test speakers, microphones, charging, fingerprint sensor and face unlock.
• Note any repairs or replaced parts. Declaring these upfront avoids surprises at inspection.

Step 5: Gather accessories and documents

The original box, invoice and charging cable are not always required but help confirm ownership and can make the process faster. Keep the invoice handy if your phone is still under warranty.

Step 6: Factory reset

Go to Settings, General management, Reset, Factory data reset. Only do this after your backup is complete and your accounts are removed. With ReUz, the executive verifies the reset at pickup and can help you with any of these steps on arrival if you are unsure.

Condition factors that affect your Ultra's price

The indicative prices above are for devices in good working condition. Here is what usually moves the final price up or down.

• Screen: the large curved or flat AMOLED panels on Ultra models are expensive to replace, so cracks, deep scratches, burn-in or display lines have the biggest effect on value.
• Body and frame: dents on the frame and cracks on the back glass reduce value. Light scuffs matter much less.
• Battery health: a phone that cannot last a day is worth less. If yours drains quickly, mention it during the quote.
• S Pen: a missing or faulty S Pen is a common deduction for Ultra models specifically.
• Cameras: a scratched lens, dust inside the camera module, or a camera that fails to focus affects price.
• Storage variant: higher storage variants fetch more, as the table above shows, though the gap is smaller than the original price difference.
• Accessories and invoice: having the original box and invoice helps confirm the phone is genuine and legally owned.

Buying the S27 Ultra at launch vs waiting for a price drop

Samsung flagships have a well-established pattern in India: they launch at full price with pre-order benefits, then discounts appear through sales and bank offers over the following months. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is a clear example. It launched at ₹1,54,999 and was listed at ₹1,24,999 during the Amazon Great Indian Festival 2026, according to Digit.

Buy at launch if

• You want the newest Ultra and pre-order benefits such as free storage upgrades matter to you.
• Your current phone has a real problem (failing battery, damaged screen) that makes it frustrating to use.
• You are selling a phone whose value is likely to fall soon, so the money you lose by waiting on the old phone roughly matches what you might save on the new one.

Wait for a price drop if

• Your current Ultra works well and you are upgrading for the new features, not out of necessity.
• You are comfortable buying several months after launch, when early reviews and long-term user feedback are available.
• You own an S25 Ultra or S26 Ultra, whose resale values are likely to hold up better over the next few months than older models.

Consider a used Ultra instead

If you want a flagship experience at a much lower cost, a well-checked used S24 Ultra or S25 Ultra can be a smart buy, especially as more of them come onto the market after the S27 Ultra launch. You can browse used Samsung phones on ReUz to see what is available.

Common mistakes to avoid when selling a Galaxy Ultra

1. Not removing your Samsung account. Reactivation lock can make the phone unusable for the next owner and delay or reduce your payment.
2. Accepting the first exchange quote without comparing. Exchange values and direct-sale quotes can differ by thousands of rupees for the same phone.
3. Waiting for "the perfect moment". Phone values fall over time, not overnight, but waiting many months for a rumoured upgrade often costs more than it saves.
4. Forgetting the S Pen. It is easy to leave the S Pen in a drawer when you switch phones. Make sure it goes with the phone.
5. Selling to unknown buyers without safeguards. Peer-to-peer sales can fetch a good price but carry risks: fake payment screenshots, last-minute price haggling and safety concerns with meeting strangers.
6. Not declaring damage. A hidden crack or repaired screen will be found at inspection anyway, and it is better for your quote to reflect the real condition from the start.

Thinking of selling your Galaxy S24 Ultra or S25 Ultra?

If you have decided that now is the right time, ReUz makes the process quick and safe:

• Instant quote in about 60 seconds: pick your model and storage variant to see an indicative price immediately.
• Free doorstep pickup: currently available in Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Ghaziabad, Mumbai, Pune and Bangalore.
• Inspection in front of you: a short check confirms the final price on the spot, with any change explained clearly.
• On-the-spot payment: paid by UPI or bank transfer before the executive leaves.
• Data wiped in front of you: the executive verifies the factory reset at pickup and can help if you need it.
• Up to 10% more: ReUz's price promise aims to beat comparable local, OLX-style and exchange-counter offers for the same model and condition.

Start with your model's page for the Galaxy S24 Ultra, Galaxy S25 Ultra or Galaxy S26 Ultra linked above, or search for your exact phone on ReUz to get your instant quote. There is no obligation to sell after you see the price.

Frequently asked questions

When will the Galaxy S27 Ultra launch in India?

Samsung has not announced a date. Digit reports that the Galaxy S27 Ultra is expected to launch around February 2027, which fits the pattern of recent Samsung S-series flagships launching in the first quarter of the year. Treat any specific date as a rumour until Samsung sends out official invitations.

What will the Galaxy S27 Ultra cost in India?

Leaks reported by Digit suggest a starting price of around ₹1,49,990. For comparison, the Galaxy S26 Ultra launched at ₹1,54,999 and the Galaxy S25 Ultra at ₹1,29,999 for the base variant. Final pricing will only be known at launch.

Should I sell my Galaxy S24 Ultra before the S27 Ultra launches?

If you have already decided to upgrade, selling before the launch usually makes sense because older models face more competition in the used market once a new flagship arrives and more people trade in their phones. If you are happy with your S24 Ultra, there is no urgency: Samsung promised the S24 series seven generations of OS upgrades and seven years of security updates.

Is it worth upgrading from the Galaxy S25 Ultra to the S27 Ultra?

On current leaks, the biggest change is a larger 5,700mAh battery, with a possible camera redesign and a newer Snapdragon chip. The S25 Ultra already has the 50MP ultra-wide, 6.9-inch display and Snapdragon 8 Elite, so most owners can wait for reviews before deciding. Upgrade if battery life or the new design matters a lot to you.

How much can I get for my Galaxy S24 Ultra or S25 Ultra on ReUz?

On 3 November 2026, the ReUz sell pages showed indicative prices of ₹70,000 to ₹75,000 for the Galaxy S24 Ultra and ₹71,000 to ₹77,000 for the Galaxy S25 Ultra, depending on storage, for devices in good working condition. Prices change regularly and the final amount is confirmed after a short inspection, so check your instant quote for the latest figure.

Sources

• Digit: Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra leaks, price in India, launch timeline, design and camera (15 September 2026)
• Digit: Amazon Great Indian Festival 2026, Galaxy S26 Ultra price drops by Rs 30,000 (8 October 2026)
• ETV Bharat: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Galaxy S24 Ultra, price and specifications
• Croma Unboxed: Samsung Galaxy S24 series to get seven years of software updates