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Samsung Galaxy S23 (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£380RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.1 inchesMain camera megapixels:108 MP & 10 MP & 10 MP & 12 MP

Samsung Galaxy S23 (8GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung Galaxy S23 (8GB + 128GB)
7.9/10

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components

90%

7.7

Technical score

10%

8.9

User score

â–²Better than 83% of smartphones
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

8.5

Price

★Better than 91%
7.7

Technical score

Technical score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 80% of models
Score components

25%

7.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

9.0

Camera

15%

7.3

Display

15%

7.0

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

6.8

Audio

3%

8.3

Design

â–²Better than 80%
8.9

User score

User score
8.9/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

9.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 90%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Samsung Galaxy S23 (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 80% of models
Score components:

25%

7.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

9.0

Camera

15%

7.3

Display

15%

7.0

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

6.8

Audio

3%

8.3

Design

7.7
User score
User score
8.9/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

9.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.9
Popularity
Popularity
9.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 90% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy S23 (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 9.5 points, which is higher than 90.1% of smartphones.
9.5
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components:

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

8.5

Price

8.1
Brand name
Samsung
Processor model
Samsung Exynos 2200
This smartphone uses the Samsung Exynos 2200 processor which is faster than processors in 69.9% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.8 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.8 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 64.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
108 MP & 10 MP & 10 MP & 12 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 108 MP & 10 MP & 10 MP & 12 MP which is higher than that of 94.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/4.9
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/4.9 which is wider than that of 70.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
108 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 108 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 98.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.1 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.1 inches which is smaller than the screens of 92.1% of smartphones and equal to those of 2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2340 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2340 px which is lower than that of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
422 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 422 ppi which is higher than that of 72.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
45 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 45 W which is faster than in 57.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 6.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
76 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 76 min which is slower than 64.7% of smartphones and equal to the time of 0.8% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
146.3 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 146.3 mm which is shorter than 97.7% of smartphones.
Width
70.9 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 70.9 mm which is narrower than 96.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.6 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.6 mm which is thinner than 86% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.5% of smartphones.
Weight
167 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 167 g which is lighter than 94.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
71,540 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 71,540 cm³ which is smaller than 97.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
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Samsung Galaxy S23 (8GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 3.38x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (108 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    108 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 3.86x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (12,038 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    12,038 vs 3,115
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 10 MP & 10 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 10 MP & 10 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 81.8% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 660 nits
  • 36.2% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (14,682 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    14,682 vs 10,783
  • 11.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy S23 (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.90 vs 8.000).
    8.9 vs 8
  • 74.2% more popular
    Samsung Galaxy S23 (8GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (9.47 vs 5.4).
    9.47 vs 5.44
  • 9.8% better value for money
    Samsung Galaxy S23 (8GB + 128GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.05 vs 7.3).
    8.05 vs 7.34
  • 3.86x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (12,038 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    12,038 vs 3,115
  • 36.2% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (14,682 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    14,682 vs 10,783
  • 6x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,536 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,536 vs 256
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 3.55x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (13,579 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    13,579 vs 3,825
  • 36.8% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1300 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,300 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2.08x higher PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone achieves a higher PassMark score than the average smartphone (9,149 vs 4,389). The average smartphone PassMark score is 4,389.
    9,149 vs 4,389
  • 96.3% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (4,972 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    average score across sources
    4,972 vs 2,533
  • 2.99x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (3,669 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    3,669 vs 1,226
  • 71.4% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (24 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    24 GB vs 14 GB
  • 2x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (8192 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.8 GHz & 3x2.8 GHz & 4x1.82 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.8 GHz & 3x2.8 GHz & 4x1.82 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 16.7% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 75.8% higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (1,069 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    1,069 vs 608
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Samsung Exynos 2200 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Samsung Exynos 2,200 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Circle to Search, Live Translate, Note Assist, Generative Edit, Chat Assist, Interpreter, Transcript Assist
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Supports desktop mode
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • 3.38x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (108 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    108 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 10 MP & 10 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 10 MP & 10 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x24 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (40 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    40 MP vs 16 MP
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average smartphone does not. 10.7% of smartphones support Dolby Vision.
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Has a pro camera setup
    This smartphone features a pro camera setup, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones include professional-grade camera hardware.
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.2 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.2 vs 2.0
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • 81.8% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 660 nits
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (3000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    3,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 750 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1750 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,750 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 6.8% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (422 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    422 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 304.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1198 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,198 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 36.4% faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (45 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    45 W vs 33 W
  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (101 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    101 vs 99.5
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 14.9% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (167 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    167 g vs 196.2 g
  • 17.3 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (146.3 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    146.3 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 5.1 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (70.9 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    70.9 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.7 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.6 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.6 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Includes a stylus
    This smartphone includes a stylus, the average smartphone does not. 1.4% of smartphones come with a stylus.
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 2.5% higher French repairability index
    This smartphone has a higher French repairability index score than the average smartphone (8.2 vs 8). The average score is 8.
    8.2 vs 8
  • 26.9% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (71540 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    71,540 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 0.57 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Supports older OpenGL ES version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL ES version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL ES version 3.2.
    3.1 vs 3.2
  • 46.2% more expensive
    Samsung Galaxy S23 (8GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£380 vs £260).
    £380 vs £260
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • Supports older OpenGL ES version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL ES version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL ES version 3.2.
    3.1 vs 3.2
  • 2.3% less L2 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (1000 KB vs 1024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1024 KB.
    1,000 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 0.57 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    15 W vs 20 W
  • 14 min slower full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (76 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    76 min vs 62 min
  • 10% slower reverse wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (4.5 W vs 5 W). The average smartphone speed is 5 W.
    4.5 W vs 5 W
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    February 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    South Korea vs China

Video reviews

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wired.com
17/02/2023
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WIRED Review: Samsung Galaxy S23 and S23 Ultra
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techradar.com
17/02/2023
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TechRadar Samsung Galaxy S23 review – A palm-friendly winner
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sammobile.com
14/03/2025
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Galaxy S23 review: An outstanding compact flagship phone - SamMobile
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businessinsider.com
11/07/2023
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Review: the Definitive Smaller Android Phone - Business Insider
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trustedreviews.com
15/03/2024
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Review: Still worth it in 2024? - Trusted Reviews
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cnn.com
12/04/2024
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CNN Underscored: Samsung Galaxy S23 and S23+ review
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consumerreports.org
01/02/2023
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Cell Phone Review - Consumer Reports
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sypnotix.com
14/06/2023
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Review: The Galaxy To Get! - Sypnotix
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digitaltrends.com
17/02/2023
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Digital Trends: Samsung Galaxy S23 review: the Android phone for everyone
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androidauthority.com
17/02/2023
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Android Authority: Samsung Galaxy S23 review: A giant among smaller phones
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tomsguide.com
25/05/2023
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Tom's Guide: Samsung Galaxy S23 review
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androidcentral.com
28/04/2023
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Android Central: Samsung Galaxy S23 review: What the S22 should have been
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cnet.com
19/02/2023
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CNET Samsung Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus Review: It's All About the Battery Life
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pcmag.com
06/03/2023
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Review - PCMag
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01net.com
25/02/2023
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Samsung Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23+ Review: They might just surprise you
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journaldugeek.com
20/02/2023
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Samsung Galaxy S23 and S23+ Review: Excellence Without Excess
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fr.root-nation.com
15/04/2023
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Review: The Cool and Compact Flagship
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nextpit.fr
28/06/2023
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Galaxy S23 Review: Samsung's most affordable flagship stands on its own
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presse-citron.net
08/03/2023
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Review: The small flagship that has it all
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frandroid.com
27/02/2023
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Review: Our verdict on the powerful compact phone
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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Samsung Galaxy S23 (8GB + 128GB)

  • Compact and lightweight design, making it ideal for one-handed use
  • Excellent battery life for its size, often lasting a full day under regular use
  • Powerful performance powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 'for Galaxy' chip
  • High-quality 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with smooth 120Hz refresh rate
  • Versatile and reliable triple-camera system that performs well in low-light
  • Industry-leading software support with 4 major OS updates and 5 years of security patches

What we don't like about Samsung Galaxy S23 (8GB + 128GB)

  • Slower wired charging speeds (25W) compared to larger S23 models and competitors
  • Lacks ultra-wideband (UWB) support for precise spatial tracking like SmartTags
  • Cameras can struggle with moving subjects, sometimes leading to blurry shots
  • Base 128GB model uses slower UFS 3.1 storage compared to higher-capacity variants
  • No expandable storage (microSD slot) and no 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Moderate amount of pre-installed 'bloatware' that requires manual removal

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy S23 (8GB + 128GB) is a powerful, compact flagship smartphone with a 6.1-inch, 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X display (1750 nits peak brightness) and an exclusive Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy processor, coupled with 8GB of RAM. Its versatile triple camera system (50MP wide, 12MP ultrawide, 10MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom) produces consistently excellent photos and 8K video recording, while the durable Gorilla Glass Victus 2 build and IP68 water resistance are major pros. However, the 128GB version uses older, slower UFS 3.1 storage technology (compared to UFS 4.0 in the 256GB+ models), the 3,900mAh battery capacity is modest (though power efficient), and the 25W wired charging is slower than many competitors.

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