Samsung Galaxy S23+

Samsung Galaxy S23+

Samsung Galaxy S23+

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BEST RATING
Performance:
4.8
CAMERA: Very Good8.3/10
SIZE: Large Android
BATTERY: Very Good8.4/10

The Samsung Galaxy S23+ is a premium-priced phone with a high-quality glass build and a large 6.6-inch OLED screen. It operates on the Android system and is equipped with a very good camera setup including a 50-megapixel main camera and a 10-megapixel telephoto camera, offering excellent photo and video quality. It features a 4700 mAh battery, which provides a decent battery life. Being a recent 2023 model, it also supports 5G connectivity. It has a considerable amount of storage space and does not have an SD card slot for expansion. There is no headphone jack, but it does support NFC, Wi-Fi 6e, and both wireless charging and reverse wireless charging. The device is also water and dust resistant. If you're looking for a high-performance device with a top-tier camera system and modern features, and you're okay with the absence of a headphone jack and SD card slot, the Galaxy S23+ could be suitable for you. Give Feedback

this description is based on the product variant with some specs. At the time of writing, the variant with some specs cost some dollars.




Evaluation

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Pros
  • Latest Android operating system
  • Large screen size at 6.6 inches
  • High battery capacity for extended use
  • Exceptional photo and video quality
  • Supports 5G for fast connectivity
Cons
  • No headphone jack included
  • No room for SD card expansion
  • No support for stylus input
  • Moderately heavy weight at 6.91 ounces

Ratings by Category

Performance:
4.8
The Performance rating is based on GeekBench performance benchmark scores, combined with PerfectRec’s assessment of real-life typical use cases.
Overall Camera:
4.5
The Overall Camera rating is based on a combination of the comprehensive Photos and Videos ratings, with photo quality weighted 80% and video quality weighted 20%.
Battery Life:
4.5
The Battery Life rating is based on overall actual measured battery life during typical usage.
Photos:
4.5
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ takes excellent photos largely due to its high-quality selfie camera and very good overall photos software experience, both of which contribute to vibrant and sharp self-portraits. Additionally, the phone excels in capturing dynamic range and low light performance, ensuring detailed and clear images even in challenging lighting conditions.
Videos:
4.3
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ is exceptional for video recording thanks to its top-rated video resolution/framerate capabilities and its highly rated video stabilization, ensuring smooth and sharp footage. Additionally, it provides an excellent video software experience, dynamic range, and low light performance, complemented by superior microphone quality for clear audio capture.

Full Specs

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GENERAL

Price
$1,000
Brand
Samsung
Operating System
Android
Release Date
February 17, 2023

SCREEN

Screen Size
6.6"
Resolution
2340 x 1080
Variable refresh rate
No
Pixels Per Inch
390
Display Type
OLED

INTERNAL

Processor
SD8G2
Internal Storage
256 GB
RAM
8 GB

CAMERA

Overall Camera Quality Score
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8.4/10
Photos Score
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8.4/10
Videos Score
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7.9/10
Rear Cameras
Main, Ultrawide, Telephoto
Main Camera
50 megapixels + OIS

BATTERY

Battery Life
8.7 Hours
Battery Capacity
4700 mAh
Wireless Charging
Yes
Wireless charging Speed
15 W
Reverse wireless charging
Yes (4.5 watts)

PHYSICAL

Size
6.21" x 3"
Weight
6.91 oz
Back Material
Glass
Stereo Speakers
No

CONNECTIVITY

Dual SIM
Yes
Bluetooth Version
5.3
A2DP
Yes
WiFi Version
6e
NFC
Yes
US 5G Bands
(SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave)1, 7, 25, 28, 41, 66, 71, 78, 258, 260, 285

OTHER FEATURES

Biometric unlock
Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display
Unlockable Bootloader
No
Color
Green, Phantom Black, Cream, Lavender, Lime, Graphite
Stock Android
No
SD Card
No

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Axel Metz | March 2023
"Despite not boasting the same camera credentials as its pricier sibling, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus will remain a top-tier handset for several years thanks to its industry-leading processor and magnificent display. It may prove an attractive proposition for Galaxy newcomers in the market for a big-screen all-rounder."

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