SeekerSamsung Galaxy S23
Premium specs, good battery life, and an above-average camera make the Samsung Galaxy S23 one of the best compact Android phones you can buy.
-- As reviewed by PCMag
Product details
- CAPTURE THE NIGHT IN LOW LIGHT: Whether you’re headed to a concert or romantic night out, there’s no such thing as bad lighting with Night Mode; Galaxy S23 lets you capture epic content in any setting with stunning Nightography
- HIGH CAMERA RESOLUTION: Create crystal-clear content worth sharing with the 50MP high-resolution camera of Galaxy S23; Whether you’re posting or printing, Galaxy S23 always does the moment justice
- FASTEST MOBILE PROCESSOR AVAILABLE: Whether you’re working hard, playing hard or doing both at the same time, smoothly switch between apps with our fastest processor ever
- UNLOCK SMOOTH GAMING: Game at full throttle and smoothly switch between apps; Get more done with our fastest processor ever combined with massive internal storage; And if you’re on the move, keep going with a screen that adapts to your environment
- POWER TO KEEP GOING: Whether you’re capturing a memory or catching up with friends, Galaxy S23 will be ready when you need it most; With a 3,900mAh battery*, stay in the moment without worrying about your phone dying
- MORE STORAGE. MORE MEMORIES: Save life’s memories with 128GB or 256GB of storage; Whether you’re the family shutterbug or you carefully curate your gallery, capture the moment with confidence knowing that you have the right amount of space
- ADAPTIVE DISPLAY: Watch your content comfortably as Adaptive Vision Booster helps your screen adapt to your environment; Whether out in direct sunlight or in bed with the lights off, the contrast on Galaxy S23’s expansive screen still looks amazing
PROS
+ Pocket-friendly size
+ Strong performance
+ Good battery life
+ Respectable cameras
+ Reasonable price
CONS
- Slower charging than S23+ and S23 Ultra
- No ultra-wideband (UWB) support
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Expert reviews and ratings
By PCMag on March 06, 2023
Premium specs, good battery life, and an above-average camera make the Samsung Galaxy S23 one of the best compact Android phones you can buy.
80
By Pocket-Lint on February 01, 2023
Not a lot has changed from the S22 to the S23, but with the most recent model, Samsung has - yet again - delivered what is the best all-round compact flagship phone.
80
By Tom's Guide on February 01, 2023
If you bought a Galaxy S flagship in the last two years, you’ll likely skip the Galaxy S23, as Samsung didn’t favor this model with major improvements. But anyone who upgrades from an older phone will appreciate the improved performance and brighter display built into this new Galaxy.
80
By TechRadar on February 17, 2023
Samsung has done enough to update the looks and components to produce a palm-friendly Android winner but the standard S23 isn't a must-have upgrade device.
80
By TechAdvisor on March 17, 2023
The Galaxy S23 is another well-made, attractive and solidly performing flagship smartphone from Samsung. However, unless you’re loyal to Sammy and want the latest compact handset, it’s largely unchanged from the S22 and struggles to shine in any particular area – especially when rivals are cheaper.
80
By TrustedReviews on August 03, 2023
It might not be all that different from last year’s Galaxy S22, but the Samsung Galaxy S23 remains an excellent compact choice without much compromise, boasting top-end performance, versatile camera chops and, for the first time, true all-day battery life.
90
By Pocket-Lint on February 01, 2023
Vom S22 zum S23 hat sich nicht viel geändert, aber mit dem neuesten Modell hat Samsung - wieder einmal - das beste kompakte Allround-Flaggschiff-Handy abgeliefert.
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By TechAdvisor on March 17, 2023
El Galaxy S23 es otro
80
By Pocket-Lint on February 01, 2023
Er is niet veel veranderd van de S22 naar de S23, maar met het meest recente model heeft Samsung - opnieuw - de beste all-round compacte vlaggenschip telefoon afgeleverd.
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By NotebookCheck on March 10, 2023
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is certainly one of the best compact smartphones of 2023.
91
By TechAdvisor on March 21, 2023
Le Galaxy S23 est un autre nouveau smartphone phare de Samsung qui, est de bonne facture, est à la fois attrayant et très performant. Cependant, il n’a pratiquement pas changé par rapport au S22 et peine parfois à se démarquer de ses rivaux pourtant moins chers.
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By Pocket-Lint on January 18, 2023
Das Ultra steht mit seiner ausgezeichneten Kamera an der Spitze des Feldes. Es ist das klare Flaggschiff der Gruppe, mit dem S Pen als zusätzliche Fähigkeit. Es hat den Preis eines Flaggschiffs, aber wenn Sie das Beste wollen, wählen Sie das Ultra.
90
By Pocket-Lint on January 18, 2023
The Ultra sits at the top of the pack with its excellent camera experience. It's the clear flagship of the group, with the S Pen as an added skill. It's flagship priced, but if you want the best, go Ultra.
90
By Pocket-Lint on January 18, 2023
El Ultra se sitúa en lo más alto del pelotón gracias a su excelente experiencia con la cámara. Es el claro buque insignia del grupo, con el S Pen como habilidad añadida. Tiene un precio de buque insignia, pero si quieres lo mejor, elige el Ultra.
90
By Pocket-Lint on January 18, 2023
O Ultra está no topo do grupo com a sua excelente experiência de câmara. É claramente o carro-chefe do grupo, com a S Pen como uma habilidade adicional. Tem um preço de topo de gama, mas se quiser o melhor, opte pelo Ultra.
90
By Pocket-Lint on February 01, 2023
Non è cambiato molto dall'S22 all'S23, ma con il modello più recente Samsung ha ancora una volta realizzato quello che è il miglior telefono di punta compatto in assoluto.
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By Pocket-Lint on February 01, 2023
No ha cambiado mucho del S22 al S23, pero con el modelo más reciente, Samsung ha vuelto a ofrecer el que es el mejor teléfono insignia compacto en todos los sentidos.
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By Pocket-Lint on February 01, 2023
Peu de choses ont changé entre le S22 et le S23, mais avec le modèle le plus récent, Samsung a - une fois de plus - livré ce qui est le meilleur téléphone phare compact à tous points de vue.
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By Pocket-Lint on February 01, 2023
Não mudou muito do S22 para o S23, mas com o modelo mais recente, a Samsung entregou - mais uma vez - aquele que é o melhor telefone de bandeira compacto completo.
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By Pocket-Lint on January 18, 2023
Le Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra se situe en tête du peloton grâce à son excellent appareil photo. C'est clairement le produit phare du groupe, avec le stylet S Pen en plus. Son prix est élevé, mais si vous voulez ce qu'il y a de mieux, optez pour l'Ultra.
90
By Pocket-Lint on January 18, 2023
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90
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100
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By Pocket-Lint on December 13, 2022
The Galaxy S23 Ultra offers top-level performance. It's slick and fast, the display is fantastic and the cameras really deliver. Samsung is offering long software support and loads of features. It's an expensive phone, but it's one of the best out there.
90
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The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE sounds great on paper, offering a similar design to the flagship Galaxy S23 but with slightly less premium materials and a drop down in hardware.
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