Samsung Galaxy S23+: The Perfect Balance in the Flagship Series

Samsung Galaxy S23+ Technical Specifications

• Display:

• Type: Dynamic AMOLED 2X
• Size: 6.6 inches (approx. 167.6 mm)
• Resolution: 2340 x 1080 pixels (FHD+), ~393 ppi
• Refresh Rate: 120 Hz adaptive (48-120 Hz)
• Brightness: Up to 1750 Nits (Peak)
• Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2

• Processor:

• Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm)
• CPU: Octa-core (1x 3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x 2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x 2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x 2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
• GPU: Adreno 740

• Memory:

• RAM: 8 GB (LPDDR5X)
• Internal Storage: 256 GB or 512 GB (UFS 4.0)
• Expandable Storage: Not supported

• Camera:

• Main Camera (Triple-Camera):
• 50 MP Wide: f/1.8, 24mm, 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS
• 12 MP Ultrawide: f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ FoV, 1/2.55″, 1.4µm
• 10 MP Telephoto: f/2.4, 70mm, 1/3.94″, 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom
• Video Recording (Rear): 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR10+, Stereo Sound Rec., Gyro-EIS
• Front Camera:
• 12 MP Wide: f/2.2, 26mm, 1/3.2″, 1.12µm, Dual Pixel PDAF
• Video Recording (Front): 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps

• Battery:

• Type: Li-Ion 4700 mAh (non-removable)
• Charging: 45W wired fast charging (65% in approx. 30 minutes), 15W wireless charging (Qi), 4.5W reverse wireless charging

• Connectivity:

• Wi-Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, Tri-Band, Wi-Fi Direct, Hotspot
• Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE
• Positioning: GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
• NFC: Yes
• USB: USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
• SIM Type: Dual SIM (Nano-SIM + eSIM) or Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
• Network: 5G (SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave, model dependent), LTE, HSPA, GSM

• Sensors:

• Fingerprint Sensor (under display, ultrasonic), Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer

• Operating System:

• Android 13 (Out of box, upgradable to Android 14 and One UI 6.1 or higher)

• Design:

• Dimensions: 157.8 x 76.2 x 7.6 mm
• Weight: 195 g
• Materials: Glass Front (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2), Glass Back (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2), Aluminum Frame
• Protection: IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
• Colors: Phantom Black, Cream, Green, Lavender (plus Samsung Online Shop exclusive colors like Graphite, Lime)

Description

The Samsung Galaxy S23+, unveiled on February 9, 2023, and released on February 17, 2023, serves as the mid-tier model in the Galaxy S23 series. It provides a larger screen area and improved battery life compared to the base S23, while retaining the series’ high-end features. It’s an ideal choice for users who prefer a more spacious display and longer endurance, without needing the maximum size of the Ultra model.

Large Display and Durable Design:

The Galaxy S23+ boasts a stunning 6.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, delivering crisp visuals and vibrant colors with its FHD+ resolution (2340 x 1080 pixels). The adaptive 120 Hz refresh rate ensures fluid scrolling and seamless animations. With a peak brightness of up to **1750 Nits**, the screen remains highly legible even in direct sunlight. The device’s design is robust, featuring Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on both the front and back, along with a sturdy Armor Aluminum frame. Its IP68 certification also guarantees dust and water resistance, making the S23+ a reliable companion for everyday use. Its dimensions are 157.8 x 76.2 x 7.6 mm and it weighs 195 grams, striking a good balance between size and portability.

Powerful “Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy” Processor:

Like the entire S23 series, the S23+ is powered by the exclusive “Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy” processor. This optimized version of the top-tier chipset offers an increased clock speed, ensuring exceptional performance across all tasks, from graphics-intensive games to complex multitasking. The S23+ comes with 8 GB of RAM and internal storage options of **256 GB or 512 GB**, both utilizing the incredibly fast UFS 4.0 standard. There is no expandable storage via microSD card. The phone ships with Android 13 and the latest version of Samsung’s custom One UI 5.1 interface, providing a smooth and intuitive user experience and guaranteed to receive several years of software updates.

Enhanced Camera System and Enduring Battery:

The Galaxy S23+ features the same versatile **triple-camera system** as the base S23 model: a 50 MP main camera with OIS, a 12 MP ultrawide camera, and a 10 MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. This setup enables impressive photos and videos in nearly any situation, with specific enhancements for night photography (Nightography). The 12 MP front camera with Dual Pixel PDAF also delivers excellent selfies and supports 4K video recording. A significant upgrade from the base model is the larger **4700 mAh battery**, which provides considerably longer battery life for all-day use and beyond. Furthermore, the S23+ supports faster 45W wired fast charging, capable of charging the battery to about 65% in roughly 30 minutes. Wireless charging and reverse wireless charging are also supported.