Samsung·Flagship · Released Feb 2023
Galaxy S23 Ultra
The 2023 everything-phone — the first 200 MP Galaxy and a built-in S Pen.
88/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$1,199
Color · Phantom Black
Display
6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Chipset
SD 8 Gen 2
Memory
8 GB · 256 GB
Main cam
200 MP · f/1.7
Battery
5,000 mAh
Weight
234 g
AI Snapshot
A do-everything 2023 flagship that is now a strong-value buy.
The S23 Ultra introduced the 200 MP Galaxy sensor and kept the unmatched 10× periscope and S Pen. With two newer Ultras out, it is one of the best-value premium phones around.
Subscores · 0–100
Display93
Camera91
Performance90
Battery87
Build91
Value82
- First 200 MP Galaxy sensor with a true 10× optical periscope.
- Built-in S Pen.
- Large 5,000 mAh battery.
- Bright QHD+ LTPO display.
Full specifications
Type
LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120 Hz
Size
6.8 inches
Resolution
3,088 × 1,440 px (500 ppi)
Peak brightness
1,750 nits
Protection
Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Main
200 MP, f/1.7, OIS
Ultrawide
12 MP, f/2.2
Telephoto 1
10 MP, f/2.4, 3× optical
Telephoto 2
10 MP, f/4.9, 10× optical
Selfie
12 MP, f/2.2
Video
8K @ 30 fps
Benchmarks
vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -25.7%
This
1,560,000
Class avg
2,100,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -31.0%
This
2,000
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -36.9%
This
5,300
Class avg
8,400
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -18.8%
This
52.0 fps
Class avg
64.0 fps
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy S23 Ultra released?
The Galaxy S23 Ultra was released in Feb 2023.
What is the Galaxy S23 Ultra screen size and type?
The Galaxy S23 Ultra has a 6.8" LTPO AMOLED display.
What chipset does the Galaxy S23 Ultra use?
The Galaxy S23 Ultra is powered by the SD 8 Gen 2 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy S23 Ultra have?
The Galaxy S23 Ultra ships with 8 GB · 256 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy S23 Ultra battery capacity?
The Galaxy S23 Ultra has a 5,000 mAh battery.
What is the Galaxy S23 Ultra main camera?
The Galaxy S23 Ultra has a 200 MP · f/1.7 main camera.
Does the Galaxy S23 Ultra have 5G?
The Galaxy S23 Ultra supports 5G (Sub-6 + mmWave).
Is the Galaxy S23 Ultra waterproof?
The Galaxy S23 Ultra is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.