Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

Mobile Review, Overview & Expert Insights

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra was announced in February 2023. Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is powered by Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm), delivering strong performance with AnTuTu score of 1,558,506 and Geekbench score of 1,991 / 5,299.

It features a 6.8 Inches Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch display, offering clear visuals for videos and apps. The device packs a (Li-ion Non removable), 5000 mAh battery, ensuring dependable all-day endurance. The main camera (Quad Camera: 200 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.3", PDAF, Laser AF, OIS 10 MP, f/4.9, 230mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.52", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 10x optical zoom + 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.52", dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, (ultrawide), 1/2.55", dual pixel PDAF, LED Flash) aims to deliver detailed daytime photographs. With a price tag of 389,999 PKR, this phone falls into the upper mid-range / premium category in Pakistan. This roughly translates to about $1,378.09 USD.

Pros

  • Large battery capacity for long usage sessions.
  • AMOLED display for punchy colours and deep blacks.
  • High RAM for smoother multitasking.
  • Competent chipset for daily performance and moderate gaming.

Cons

  • May lack certain premium hardware features found in higher-end flagship models.

Expert opinion

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra runs on Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm), delivering balanced performance for day-to-day usage. Its (Li-ion Non removable), 5000 mAh battery should provide dependable endurance for typical daily use. The Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch display contributes to a comfortable viewing experience for media and everyday tasks. Positioned in the premium / upper mid-range segment, it competes strongly within its class.

Who should buy this phone?

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is ideal for users looking for premium performance, advanced camera capabilities, and flagship-level features. It is suitable for heavy multitasking, high-end gaming, professional photography, and users who want top-tier smartphone technology.

Key Specifications

Below are the main specifications including processor, battery, display, camera, and storage configuration of this smartphone.

Price: Price:- 389,999
Battery Capacity: (Li-ion Non removable), 5000 m Ah
Os: Android 13 OS
Chipset: Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Ram: 12GB RAM
Storage: 512GB Built-in
Type: Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch
Size: 6.8 Inches
Main: Quad Camera: 200 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.3" , PDAF, Laser AF, OIS 10 MP, f/4.9, 230mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.52" , 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 10x optical zoom + 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.52" , dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, (ultrawide), 1/2.55" , dual pixel PDAF, LED Flash
Features: Geo-tagging, touch focus, face/smile detection, Auto HDR, panorama, Video (8K@24/30 fps, 4K@30/60 fps, 1080p@30/60/240 fps, 720p@960 fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS)

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Antutu
1558506
Geekbench
1991 / 5299

Price, Colors, Battery

Battery

Battery Capacity: (Li-ion Non removable), 5000 m Ah

Colors

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Price:- 389,999
≈ $1,378.09 USD

Camera

Main Camera

Main: Quad Camera: 200 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.3" , PDAF, Laser AF, OIS 10 MP, f/4.9, 230mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.52" , 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 10x optical zoom + 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.52" , dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, (ultrawide), 1/2.55" , dual pixel PDAF, LED Flash
Features: Geo-tagging, touch focus, face/smile detection, Auto HDR, panorama, Video (8K@24/30 fps, 4K@30/60 fps, 1080p@30/60/240 fps, 720p@960 fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS)

Selfie Camera

Selfie Camera: 12 MP

Display

Display specifications covering screen size, panel technology, resolution, and protection features affecting viewing experience and visual clarity.

Type: Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch
Size: 6.8 Inches
Resolution: 1440 x 3088 Pixels (~501 PPI)
Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Extra Features: Always-on display, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1750 nits (peak)
Dimensions: 163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm
Weight: 233 g

Hardware

Hardware configuration including processor, RAM, internal storage, and performance-related specifications that influence speed and multitasking capability.

Os: Android 13 OS
Chipset: Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Cpu: Octa-core (1 x 3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 + 2 x 2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 + 2 x 2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 + 3 x 2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
Gpu: Adreno 740
Clock: 3200 MHz
Cores: 8
Ram: 12GB RAM
Storage: 512GB Built-in
Storage Type: UFS 4.0, UFS 3.1
Cardslot: No

Features

Connectivity and additional features such as WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS positioning, NFC support, USB connectivity, and built-in sensors.

Wlan: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth: v5.3 with A2DP, LE
Positioning: Yes + A-GPS support & Glonass, BDS, GALILEO
Nfc: Yes
Usb: USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
Sensors: Accelerometer, Barometer, Compass, Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), Gyro, Proximity
Sim: Dual Sim, e SIM (Nano-SIM), (2 Nano-SIMs and e SIM, dual stand-by)

Sound

Audio features including loudspeaker performance and headphone jack availability for media and communication usage.

Audiojack: 32-bit/384k Hz audio Tuned by AKG, Speaker Phone Telephone services

Announcement

General information including technology type, launch timeline, dimensions, and overall device build details.

Network: GPRS, Edge, 3G (HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps), 4G LTE-A (CA), 5G capable
Announcement Month: February
Announcement Year: 2023
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