Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Review: A Flagship Worthy of the Hype
By AyaanShaikh
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a powerhouse packed with top-tier features, a stunning display, and an improved camera system. But is it worth the premium price?
Display: 6.1-inch Full HD+ (2340×1080) Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120 Hz refresh rate, up to ~1,750 nits peak brightness, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection. Gadgets 360+2PhoneArena+2Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 “for Galaxy” (custom version) across the S23 series. Wikipedia+1RAM/Storage: 8 GB RAM standard; storage options include 128 GB and 256 GB (and in some markets 512 GB) for the S23. India Today+1Cameras (rear):
- Main: 50 MP (f/1.8)
- Ultra-wide: 12 MP (f/2.2)
- Telephoto: 10 MP (f/2.4) with 3× optical zoom Gadgets 360+2The Indian Express+2
Front Camera: 12 MP (f/2.2) The Indian Express+1Battery: 3,900 mAh typical; wired charging support ~25 W for base S23. mintSoftware & Updates: Ships with Android 13 + One UI 5.1; Samsung promises 4 major OS updates + 5 years of security updates for the S23 series. Samsung Global Newsroom+1Colours & Launch: Announced on February 1, 2023; available in Phantom Black, Cream, Green and Lavender, with exclusive colours in some markets. Samsung Global Newsroom+1Price at launch: For example, in the US starting at US $799 for the base configuration.
Specifications
- Display
- 6.8-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
- Processor
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- RAM
- 12GB
- Storage
- 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
✓ Pros
- Stunning QHD+ 120Hz display
- Excellent performance with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- Versatile and powerful camera system
✗ Cons
- Expensive
- No microSD card slot
- Bulky and heavy for some users
Where to Buy
FAQs
is it good budget phone
Yes its worth of buying this phone on this price and this must
What is the price of Samsung Galaxy S23 in India (2025)?
As of late 2025, the Galaxy S23 is priced around ₹55,000–₹60,000 for the 8 GB + 128 GB variant on major online stores (discounted from its launch price of ₹74,999). Prices vary depending on offers and exchange deals.
Does Samsung Galaxy S23 support 5G?
Yes. The Galaxy S23 supports multiple 5G bands, making it fully compatible with Indian 5G networks (both Jio and Airtel).
🔹 3. How is the camera quality of the Galaxy S23?
It has a triple-camera setup: 50 MP main sensor (OIS) 12 MP ultra-wide 10 MP telephoto (3× optical zoom) The photos are sharp and color-accurate, and the phone excels in night photography and video recording (up to 8K @ 30 fps).
How long will Samsung provide updates for the Galaxy S23?
Samsung promises 4 years of Android OS updates and 5 years of security patches, meaning the S23 will receive updates up to Android 17 (around 2027–2028).
