The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra appears to be more susceptible to scratches than its predecessor.
But it could be harder to break.
A recent durability test has revealed that the Corning Gorilla Armor 2 screen of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra may be more susceptible to scratches than previously anticipated. However, this finding could imply that the device is less likely to break in the event of drops. This information seems to contradict Corning's claims about the new material's toughness.
The introduction of Corning Gorilla Armor 2 was marketed as one of the most significant improvements of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, suggesting that the new material would be a significant advancement compared to the original Gorilla Armor of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. However, a video by JerryRigEverything has shown that the screen of the Galaxy S25 Ultra begins to show scratches at level six on the Mohs scale, a measure used to assess scratch resistance. This result is consistent with other high-end phones, although it represents a step back compared to the Galaxy S24 Ultra, which only showed scratches starting at level seven. In summary, the screen of the S25 Ultra appears to be more vulnerable to scratches than that of its predecessor.
The situation raises questions about the balance between durability and impact resistance. JerryRigEverything suggests that the glass of the Galaxy S24 Ultra may be too brittle. Generally, as scratch resistance increases, glass becomes harder, which can increase its likelihood of shattering upon impact. Corning and Samsung may have opted for a different balance, sacrificing some scratch resistance to improve drop durability.
Although Corning claims that drop resistance has improved compared to the original Gorilla Armor, it also states that "Gorilla Armor 2 has maintained its exceptional scratch resistance." Therefore, it is possible that JerryRigEverything's results are an anomaly. However, if the screen of the Galaxy S25 Ultra indeed turns out to be more susceptible to scratches, it could be considered a reasonable trade-off if it prevents breakage from drops in return.
