Galaxy S23

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Camera

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Processor

Features

More light for your night

Get ready for a Gallery full of epic night shots everyone will want. Nightography's enhanced AI keeps details clear, so low light photos and videos will be bright and colorful from dusk to dawn and back again.

More power to you

When stopping's not an option, this revolutionary chip powers your phone to deliver better gaming and video streaming, with extended battery life to carry you through the most epic of days.

*Image simulated for illustrative purposes. Actual UI may be different.
*Specific to Galaxy S23 series until April 30, 2023, based on specs and industry benchmarks conducted by Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
*Snapdragon is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.
*Snapdragon is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated.

Designed with the planet in mind

Unbox the change you want to see in the world. Crafted with recycled glass and PET film and colored with natural dyes, each phone is tucked into a box made of recycled paper and paper-based protective film.

*Dyes for anodizing the metal frames are made of 10% natural dye.
*The front and back glass contain an average of 22% recycled content. The back glass deco film contains a minimum of 80% recycled content. The above measurements are based on weight.
*Glass PET film and recycled glass received environmental claim validation (ECV).
*Paper packaging is made of 100% recycled paper, excluding the seal label and shrinkage vinyl. Window protection paper is made of 100% recycled paper. Measurements are based on weight.

Now you're a shooting star

When it comes to epic photos, the sky's the limit. Open Expert RAW to capture in hi-res RAW format, delivering bright and detailed shots. Then look to the stars as the camera pulls in light to snap constellations and planets with breathtaking clarity.

*Expert RAW must be downloaded separately from the Galaxy Store, for free, before use. Supported on S23 Series devices, S22 Series devices, S21 Ultra, S20 Ultra, Note20 Ultra, Z Fold4, Z Fold3 and Z Fold2.

*Expert RAW must be downloaded separately from the Galaxy Store, for free, before use. Supported on S23 Series devices, S22 Series devices, S21 Ultra, S20 Ultra, Note20 Ultra, Z Fold4, Z Fold3 and Z Fold2.

Glare be gone

Game or stream anywhere with adaptive outdoor visibility delivering optimal color and brightness, in any light. Adaptive 120Hz smooths the scroll, while Eye Comfort Shield keeps your eyes from getting tired, even as you view in the dark.

*Image simulated for illustrative purposes. Actual UI may be different.
*The Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with Vision Booster on Galaxy S23 and S23+ received a certification from VDE Germany for 100 percent Mobile Color Volume in the DCI-P3 color range, which means your images aren’t washed out and you’ll get unbelievably vivid colors regardless of differing levels of brightness. The display can achieve peak brightness of up to 1750 nits, improving the contrast between dark and light aspects of digital content for a more brilliant picture quality, with a 3,000,000:1 contrast ratio to make your mobile experience more immersive.

*Image simulated for illustrative purposes. Actual UI may be different.
*The Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with Vision Booster on Galaxy S23 and S23+ received a certification from VDE Germany for 100 percent Mobile Color Volume in the DCI-P3 color range, which means your images aren’t washed out and you’ll get unbelievably vivid colors regardless of differing levels of brightness. The display can achieve peak brightness of up to 1750 nits, improving the contrast between dark and light aspects of digital content for a more brilliant picture quality, with a 3,000,000:1 contrast ratio to make your mobile experience more immersive.

Unlock even longer gameplay

Call it a night? Nah. Game on and binge-watch your favorite shows with a long-lasting and fast-charging battery.

*Image simulated for illustrative purposes. Actual UI may be different.

*Image simulated for illustrative purposes. Actual UI may be different.

Multi control makes multitasking easier

When the ideas are flowing, team up your phone and PC for a 2-for-1 experience. Without switching your mouse, keyboard, or touchpad, you can drag and drop, copy and paste and type on both devices for your most efficient screentime yet.

*Multi control availability is limited to select Galaxy tablet devices including Galaxy Tab S7, S7+, S7 FE, S8, S8+ and S8 Ultra.
*Multi control requires updated tablets with One UI 4.1 or above, phones with One UI 5.1 or above and Galaxy Book series devices released in 2021 or later with Samsung Settings v1.5 (Intel) or Samsung Settings v3.3 (ARM).
*Some models may have limited feature support.
*Network or Wi-Fi connection required. Each device should be registered with a single Samsung Account.
*Image simulated for illustrative purposes. Actual UI may be different.

*Multi control availability is limited to select Galaxy tablet devices including Galaxy Tab S7, S7+, S7 FE, S8, S8+ and S8 Ultra.
*Multi control requires updated tablets with One UI 4.1 or above, phones with One UI 5.1 or above and Galaxy Book series devices released in 2021 or later with Samsung Settings v1.5 (Intel) or Samsung Settings v3.3 (ARM).
*Some models may have limited feature support.
*Network or Wi-Fi connection required. Each device should be registered with a single Samsung Account.
*Image simulated for illustrative purposes. Actual UI may be different.

Your Galaxy, the way you like it

Now it's easier than ever to set your phone up just for you. One UI maximizes customization, allowing you to pick almost every detail, from lock screens and themes to widgets and notifications.

Go to One UI

*Image simulated for illustrative purposes. Actual UI may be different.

*Image simulated for illustrative purposes. Actual UI may be different.

We made keeping your data easy

In just a simple Wi-Fi transfer or quick log in to your Samsung Account, you're all set. In even fewer steps, carry over your apps, photos, messages and more from any OS to your new phone.

Go to Smart Switch

*Quick Setup only supported on Galaxy S23 series models running One UI 5.1 or later and Android M or later.
*Wired transfers require at least Android™ 4.3. iOS 5 or older Android OS must use wireless transfer options. If you do not have the required USB cable/connector for a wired transfer to Galaxy, you can also use wireless transfer options. Open Smart Switch Mobile in “Settings” on your new Galaxy phone or download Smart Switch app from Galaxy Store. Data and content available for transfer may vary by OS. The data of the Galaxy device is backed up and restored to the storage device. Use PC backup through Smart Switch PC or SD card backup function of Smart Switch Mobile.
*Image simulated for illustrative purposes. Actual UI may be different.

*Quick Setup only supported on Galaxy S23 series models running One UI 5.1 or later and Android M or later.
*Wired transfers require at least Android™ 4.3. iOS 5 or older Android OS must use wireless transfer options. If you do not have the required USB cable/connector for a wired transfer to Galaxy, you can also use wireless transfer options. Open Smart Switch Mobile in “Settings” on your new Galaxy phone or download Smart Switch app from Galaxy Store. Data and content available for transfer may vary by OS. The data of the Galaxy device is backed up and restored to the storage device. Use PC backup through Smart Switch PC or SD card backup function of Smart Switch Mobile.
*Image simulated for illustrative purposes. Actual UI may be different.

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*Measured diagonally in full rectangle. Actual viewable area is less due to rounded corners and/or camera hole.
*Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated capacity is 3785mAh for Galaxy S23, 4565mAh for Galaxy S23+ and 4855mAh for Galaxy S23 Ultra. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.
*Zooming in past 10x may cause some image deterioration.
*Based on Samsung internal lab test conditions with pre-release version of given model connected to earphone via Bluetooth under default settings over LTE. Estimated against battery capacity and measured voltage over battery power consumption during video playback (video file resolution 720p, saved on device). Actual video playback time varies by network connection, settings, video file format, screen brightness, battery condition and many other factors.

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Specifications

  • Processor

    3.36GHz, 2.8GHz, 2GHz

  • Weight (g)

    168

  • CPU Speed

    3.36GHz, 2.8GHz, 2GHz

  • CPU Type

    Octa-Core

  • Size (Main_Display)

    153.9mm (6.1")

  • Resolution (Main Display)

    2340 x 1080 (FHD+)

  • Technology (Main Display)

    Dynamic AMOLED 2X

  • Color Depth (Main Display)

    16M

  • Max Refresh Rate (Main Display)

    120 Hz

  • Rear Camera - Resolution (Multiple)

    50.0 MP + 10.0 MP + 12.0 MP

  • Rear Camera - F Number (Multiple)

    F1.8 , F2.4 , F2.2

  • Rear Camera - Auto Focus

    Yes

  • Rear Camera - OIS

    Yes

  • Rear Camera - Zoom

    Optical Zoom at 3x , Digital Zoom up to 30x

  • Front Camera - Resolution

    12.0 MP

  • Front Camera - F Number

    F2.2

  • Front Camera - Auto Focus

    Yes

  • Rear Camera - Flash

    Yes

  • Video Recording Resolution

    UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) @30fps

  • Slow Motion

    960fps @FHD, 240fps @FHD

  • Memory_(GB)

    8

  • Storage (GB)

    256

  • Available Storage (GB)

    217.4

  • Number of SIM

    Dual-SIM

  • SIM size

    Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM

  • SIM Slot Type

    SIM 1 + SIM 2 or Embedded SIM

  • Infra

    2G GSM, 3G WCDMA, 4G LTE FDD, 4G LTE TDD, 5G Sub6 FDD, 5G Sub6 TDD

  • 2G GSM

    GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900

  • 3G UMTS

    B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)

  • 4G FDD LTE

    B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B13(700), B17(700), B18(800), B19(800), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B66(AWS-3)

  • 4G TDD LTE

    B38(2600), B39(1900), B40(2300), B41(2500)

  • 5G FDD Sub6

    N1(2100), N2(1900), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N12(700), N20(800), N25(1900), N28(700), N66(AWS-3)

  • 5G TDD Sub6

    N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500)

  • USB Interface

    USB Type-C

  • USB Version

    USB 3.2 Gen 1

  • Location Technology

    GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS

  • Earjack

    USB Type-C

  • MHL

    No

  • Wi-Fi

    802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax 2.4G+5GHz+6GHz, HE160, MIMO, 1024-QAM

  • Wi-Fi Direct

    Yes

  • Bluetooth Version

    Bluetooth v5.3

  • NFC

    Yes

  • PC Sync.

    Smart Switch (PC version)

  • Android

  • Form Factor

    Touch Bar

  • Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor

  • Dimension (HxWxD, mm)

    146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6

  • Weight (g)

    168

  • Internet Usage Time(LTE) (Hours)

    Up to 20

  • Internet Usage Time(Wi-Fi) (Hours)

    Up to 20

  • Video Playback Time (Hours, Wireless)

    Up to 22

  • Battery Capacity (mAh, Typical)

    3900

  • Removable

    No

  • Audio Playback Time (Hours, Wireless)

    Up to 71

  • Talk Time (4G LTE) (Hours)

    Up to 35

  • Stereo Support

    Yes

  • Video Playing Format

    MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM

  • Video Playing Resolution

    UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) @60fps

  • Audio Playing Format

    MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, DFF, DSF, APE

  • Gear Support

    Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Galaxy Buds Pro, Galaxy Buds Live, Galaxy Buds+, Galaxy Buds2, Galaxy Buds, Galaxy Fit2, Galaxy Fit e, Galaxy Fit, Galaxy Watch5, Galaxy Watch4, Galaxy Watch3, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Watch Active2, Galaxy Watch Active, Gear Fit2 Pro, Gear Fit2, Gear Sport, Gear S3, Gear S2

  • Samsung DeX Support

    Yes

  • Mobile TV

    No

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User manual & downloads

Statement of Compliance

ver 1.0 | 0.25 MB

Apr 19. 2024

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User Manual (Android 14)

ver 1.1 | 4.7 MB

Apr 18. 2024

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Safety Guide

ver 2.0 | 6.28 MB

Oct 31. 2023

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User Manual (Android 13)

ver 1.2 | 4.95 MB

Jun 01. 2023

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Display Size: Measured diagonally, Galaxy S23's screen size is 6.1" in the full rectangle and 5.9" with accounting for the rounded corners and Galaxy S23 Ultra's screen size is 6.8" in the full rectangle and 6.8" with accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and camera hole. Battery Capacity (Typical): Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated capacity is 3785mAh for Galaxy S23 and 4855mAh for Galaxy S23 Ultra. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.