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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Specifications

Released 2023, February 17

The Samsung Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a sophisticated smartphone featuring a 6.8" display with 1440 x 3088 pixels, 19.3:9 ratio (~500 ppi density) resolution, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor.

Photography enthusiasts will appreciate its 200MP camera system capable of recording 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 1080p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS.

The device is equipped with a 5000mAh battery supporting 45W wired, PD3.0, 65% in 30 min 15W wireless (Qi/PMA) 4.5W reverse wireless and runs on Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1.1, officially released 2023, February 01.

Display

6.8" 1440x3088 pixels

Camera

200MP

Chipset

Snapdragon 8 Gen 2

Battery

5000mAh 45W15W

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key specifications of the device?

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra features a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, 6.8" display, 200MP main camera, and 5000mAh battery.

What processor (CPU) and GPU does the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra use?

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is powered by Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) with Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) and Adreno 740 graphics.

What type of display does Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra have? What is the size and resolution?

Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (HBM), 1750 nits (peak) 6.8 inches, 114.7 cm2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio) with 1440 x 3088 pixels, 19.3:9 ratio (~500 ppi density)

What network technologies does Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra support? Does it support 5G?

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra supports 5G technology.

What materials is it made of?

Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame

What are the charging capabilities?

45W wired, PD3.0, 65% in 30 min 15W wireless (Qi/PMA) 4.5W reverse wireless

What are the camera specifications of Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?

200 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.3", 0.6µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.52", 1.12µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 10 MP, f/4.9, 230mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.52", 1.12µm, PDAF, OIS, 10x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, Super Steady video

Does Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra support wireless charging?

Yes, Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra supports wireless charging. 45W wired, PD3.0, 65% in 30 min 15W wireless (Qi/PMA) 4.5W reverse wireless

What type of security features does Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra have?

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra features a fingerprint sensor for secure authentication.

Detailed Specifications

Display

Type
Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (HBM), 1750 nits (peak)
Size
6.8 inches, 114.7 cm2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
1440 x 3088 pixels, 19.3:9 ratio (~500 ppi density)
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2

Platform

OS
Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1.1
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU
Adreno 740

Memory

Card slot
No
Internal
256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM

Battery

Type
Li-Ion 5000 mAh
Charging
45W wired, PD3.0, 65% in 30 min 15W wireless (Qi/PMA) 4.5W reverse wireless

Network

Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
2G bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International
5G bands
1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International
Speed
HSPA, LTE (up to 7CA), 5G

Body

Dimensions
163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm (6.43 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)
Weight
234 g (8.25 oz)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
SIM
Nano-SIM + eSIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)

Features

Sensors
Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

Sound

Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack
No

Tests

Performance
AnTuTu: 1241531 (v9) GeekBench: 4927 (v5.1) 3DMark: 3790 (Wild Life Extreme)
Display
1274 nits max brightness (measured)
Camera
Photo / Video
Loudspeaker
-25.6 LUFS (Very good)
Battery (new)
Active use score 13:24h
Battery (old)
Endurance rating 126h

Launch

Announced
2023, February 01
Status
Available. Released 2023, February 17

Misc

Colors
Phantom Black, Green, Cream, Lavender, Graphite, Sky Blue, Lime, Red, BMW M Edition
Models
SM-S918B, SM-S918B/DS, SM-S918U, SM-S918U1, SM-S918W, SM-S918N, SM-S9180, SM-S918E, SM-S918E/DS
SAR
1.12 W/kg (head)     0.92 W/kg (body)
SAR EU
0.96 W/kg (head)     1.40 W/kg (body)
Price
$ 634.50 / C$ 968.00 / £ 525.99 / € 710.00 / ₹ 76,198

Main Camera

Quad
200 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.3", 0.6µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.52", 1.12µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 10 MP, f/4.9, 230mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.52", 1.12µm, PDAF, OIS, 10x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, Super Steady video
Features
Laser AF, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Video
8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 1080p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS

Selfie camera

Single
12 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF
Features
HDR, HDR10+
Video
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps

Comms

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
Positioning
GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
NFC
Yes
Radio
No
USB
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG

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