Samsung Galaxy S23 5G 256GB Technical Specifications
Year of release: 2023
Screen: 6.1 inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2340 x 1080 pixels, 120Hz refresh rate
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy, 4nm octa-core architecture
RAM: 8GB
Storage: 256GB internal memory, not expandable
Battery: 3900 mAh, 25W fast charging, 15W wireless charging
Design
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a compact and sleek design with a flat back made of Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and a robust Armor Aluminum frame. The three separate camera lenses are neatly placed on the back without a visible camera island, which provides a minimalist look. The device is IP68 certified for water and dust resistance and feels solid and premium in the hand.
Display
The 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen delivers vibrant colors, deep black levels and excellent brightness with a peak of up to 1750 nits. The adaptive refresh rate up to 120Hz ensures a smooth user experience, while HDR10+ support provides an enhanced viewing experience with compatible content.
Performance
The Galaxy S23 is equipped with the powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy, a specially optimized version of Qualcomm's flagship chipset. In combination with 8GB RAM, this ensures lightning-fast performance for multitasking, gaming and more demanding apps. Graphics performance has been greatly improved compared to the previous generation.
Battery
Despite its compact size, the Galaxy S23 has a larger 3900 mAh battery compared to its predecessor. The device supports 25W fast charging and 15W wireless charging. There is also support for Wireless PowerShare to charge other devices wirelessly.
Software and Connectivity
The Galaxy S23 came with Android 13 and One UI 5.1, with guaranteed updates up to at least Android 17. Samsung offers five years of security updates. In terms of connectivity, the device has 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC and a USB-C port. Dual SIM and eSIM are supported, depending on the version.