Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
2023Software supported
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Pros and Cons
Strengths and weaknesses at a glance.
Why choose
- Exceptional zoom
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- Integrated S-Pen
- Screen quality
- Battery endurance
- Long software support
What to consider
- Large dimensions
- Slow charging
- Curved screen
- No memory card slot
- Device weight
Detailed Technical Info
Hardware and features in detail.
- Screen size
- 6.8 inches
- Resolution
- 1440 x 3088 pixels
- Display type
- Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Refresh rate
- 1-120Hz
- Max brightness
- 1750 nits (peak)
- Screen protection
- Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Display
- Screen size
- 6.8 inches
- Resolution
- 1440 x 3088 pixels
- Display type
- Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Refresh rate
- 1-120Hz
- Max brightness
- 1750 nits (peak)
- Screen protection
- Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Performance
- Processor
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4nm)
- CPU cores
- 8-core (1x3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
- GPU
- Adreno 740
- RAM
- 8GB / 12GB LPDDR5X
- AnTuTu score
- 1550000 (v10)
Camera
- Main camera
- 200 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.3", Multi-directional PDAF, Laser AF, OIS
- Ultra-wide
- 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚, Dual Pixel PDAF
- Telephoto
- 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (3x optical), OIS
- Front camera
- 12 MP, f/2.2, 26mm, Dual Pixel PDAF
- Video
- 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 960fps
Battery
- Capacity
- 5000 mAh
- Charging speed
- 45W wired (65% in 30 minutes)
- Wireless charging
- Yes (15W)
- Battery life
- Up to 22 hours of video playback
Connectivity
- 5G
- Yes
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 6E
- Bluetooth
- 5.3
- NFC
- Yes
- USB
- USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
Body & Dimensions
- Dimensions
- 163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm
- Weight
- 234 grams
- Materials
- Armor aluminum frame, glass front and back
- Water resistance
- IP68 (1.5m for 30 min)
Condition Classes
All devices are fully tested and working.
Excellent (A+)
from 528 €
The screen and body are like new. Battery health is at least 90%. All sensors and the S-Pen work flawlessly.
Very Good (A)
from 496 €
In very good condition. Minimal signs of use.
Good (B)
from 446 €
May have a few micro-scratches on the screen or frame. Battery health 85-90%. Device is fully tested.
Above Average (C+)
from 418 €
Visible signs of use, scratches on the screen or dents on the frame. Battery health at least 80%. No screen burn-in.
Acceptable (C)
from 383 €
Clearly visible signs of use. Best price.
Model characteristics
Common issues that may occur with Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.
Camera shutter lag
ModerateA peculiarity of Samsung's image processing algorithm.
Visual peculiarity in the screen corner
MinorThe lamination process of the screen panel.
S-Pen stylus smell
MinorHeat generated in the stylus holder and reaction of materials.
Wi-Fi 6 connection drops
ModerateSoftware conflict with certain router firmwares.
Repairs and Parts4/10 iFixit
Battery Replacement
The battery is strongly glued but replaceable with special tools.
Screen Replacement
The curved screen is a single unit with the frame, making replacement costly.
Charging Port Repair
The charging port is on a separate daughterboard, simplifying replacement.
Original spare parts are widely available due to Samsung's self-repair program.
Environmental Impact
Buying a used device saves valuable resources.
CO₂ Saved
62 kg CO2e
Water Saved
14500 liters
E-Waste Avoided
234 grams
Reused
90%
Recycled
10%
Methodology: Fraunhofer Institute / Refurbed.com calculation model (2025)
Who Is This For?
This device is especially well-suited for these users.
Mobile Photographer
A user who wants to replace their DSLR camera with a phone for travel.
- 200MP details
- 10x optical zoom for distant subjects
- Expert RAW support
Business Executive and Productivity Fan
A person who works on the go and needs the ability to take notes.
- S-Pen for notes
- Large screen for multitasking
- DeX support for a desktop experience
Tech Enthusiast on a Budget
A user who wants top technology but doesn't want to pay full price for the latest model.
- Powerful Snapdragon processor
- Premium materials
- Affordable price compared to the S26 series
Network Compatibility
Supported frequencies and carriers.
🇪🇪EstoniaYour country
🇫🇮Finland
🇱🇻Latvia
🇱🇹Lithuania
The device supports all frequency bands in the Baltics and Finland, including n28 and n78 5G bands.
Comparisons With Other Models
How this model differs from the competition.
The S24 Ultra offers a flat screen and more AI features, but the S23 Ultra will be significantly cheaper in 2026 and offers 90% of the same experience.
| Feature | Galaxy S23 Ultra | Galaxy S24 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Screen | Curved edge | Completely flat |
| Artificial Intelligence | Basic Galaxy AI | Full Galaxy AI support |
| Frame | Aluminum | Titanium |
The S23 Ultra wins in zoom and S-Pen capabilities, while the iPhone 14 Pro Max offers more stable video quality and better resale value.
| Feature | Galaxy S23 Ultra | iPhone 14 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Optical zoom | 10x | 3x |
| Screen brightness | 1750 nits | 2000 nits |
| Accessories | Integrated S-Pen | None |
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