Samsung S23

This will be a quick side-by-side. You should wait for our detailed review where we'll do a deeper dive in all the Galaxy S23 Ultra's new cameras. With that out ...

It's impressive just how much more detail you get from the new 200MP sensor - notice the Kodak Instamatic 33 lettering (if you can spot it) - it's nearly unreadable on the Galaxy S22 Ultra and is fully readable on the Galaxy S23 Ultra. The 3x and 10x images are also sharper on the Galaxy S23 Ultra, noticeably so at that. The Galaxy S23 Ultra retains fine textures, which its predecessor has simply smeared to nonexistence. Sharpness is ramped up on the Galaxy S23 Ultra shots compared to the S22 Ultra ones, which augments the feel of higher detail. The photo of the shelves is in dimmer light, while the final image of our cleaning closet space is in almost complete darkness. We captured two scenes at the Galaxy S23 Ultra's 1x, 3x, and 10x zoom level to compare to the Galaxy S22 Ultra's equivalent cameras.

The S23, S23 Plus, and S23 Ultra bring faster performance, improved cameras, and overall better specs to Samsung's flagship phone lineup.

Yes 4K @ 60FPS No 8.47 ounces (240 grams) 7.27 ounces (206 grams) 8.25 ounces (234 grams) 7.16 ounces (203 grams) 6.91 ounces (196 grams) 6.07 ounces (172 grams) 5.92 ounces (168 grams) [Galaxy S23 both start at around $799](https://shop-links.co/ci281fhBHZj?u1=%5B%5Dvg%5Bp%5D23335620%5Bt%5Dw%5Bd%5DD), but Samsung’s higher-end phones are more expensive. In comparison, Samsung only offers three: the [Galaxy S23](https://www.theverge.com/e/23343147), the [Galaxy S23 Plus](https://www.theverge.com/23579106/samsung-galaxy-s23-plus-price-screen-battery-specs-hands-on), and [Galaxy S23 Ultra](https://www.theverge.com/e/23342402).

If you aren't committed to Android or iOS, the Galaxy S23 and iPhone 14 lines each offer distinct advantages. See which one is right for you.

Finally, the iPhone 14 Pro Max has a 2,796-by-1,290-pixel screen (460ppi) and the S23 Ultra comes with a 3,088-by-1,440-pixel display. You also get 12MP ultra-wide and 3x telephoto cameras, which pales in comparison with the Galaxy S23 Ultra's 10x telephoto lens. The Apple iPhone 14 family relies on the Qualcomm For example, the 14 Pro Max has a 4,323mAh cell, which is quite a bit smaller than the battery in Samsung's equivalent Galaxy S23 Ultra. If simply owning the biggest screen possible is important to you, the S23 Ultra is the winner. Both the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro have 6.1-inch displays, whereas the iPhone 14 Plus and iPhone 14 Pro Max have 6.7-inch screens. The Galaxy S23 starts at $799.99, the S23+ retails for $999.99, and the S23 Ultra comes in at $1,199.99. All versions of the iPhone 14 have 6GB of RAM. Similarly, Apple's top-of-the-line iPhone 14 Pro Max is available for $100 less than the base Galaxy S23 Ultra. We'd have to perform lots of drop tests and go with the law of averages to see which is superior. As with the S23 family, you can spend more on additional storage if you feel you need it. These base prices increase as you add more storage (and in the case of the S23 Ultra, more RAM).

Scratch resistance, however, hasn't changed from the previous Gorilla Glass Victus+, but that's where a quality screen protector really shows its value. We've ...

Also included is a specialized installation tool that guides the screen protector onto your display with as few flaws as possible. Group Vertical's S23 Ultra screen protectors are another enticing value option for those who want tempered glass with 9H hardness and oleophobic coating. Any of the above picks will work well with the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, but we recommend looking at the Spigen NeoFlex, Whitestone Dome Glass, or Supershieldz screen protectors. This is a screen you don't want to scratch or scuff, and these great screen protectors can help. This pack of TPU screen protectors is super affordable and comes with three protectors that you can keep as backup or share with others. This kit might be the best if you're concerned about protecting your camera lenses, as it comes with two screen protectors and two lens protectors for an affordable price. Each pack comes with two screen protectors, and you get a lifetime guarantee despite the value pricing. The protector is thin and light and compatible with most cases for even more protection. Your S23 Ultra's screen needs protection, but what about the camera lenses on the back? The best Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra screen protectors can help keep your phone's display looking as unblemished as the day you unboxed it, and you don't have to spend a lot for the added peace of mind. This pack includes two TPU screen protectors with a glossy finish and cutout for the front selfie camera. [Samsung Galaxy S23 smartphones](https://www.androidpolice.com/samsung-galaxy-s23/), and it will be protected by [Corning's new Gorilla Glass Victus 2](https://www.androidpolice.com/samsung-galaxy-s23-lineup-corning-gorilla-glass-victus-2/) with extra drop resistance.

The launch of Samsung's flagship S23 smartphone lineup is expected to fit well with the "premiumisation" trend seen across the global smartphone markets ...

"Samsung Finance has given Samsung a competitive edge and will further add more users to the segment. Even if Samsung chooses to reduce overall shipments in 2023, the premium shipments are likely to be less affected compared to low and mid-range smartphones. Samsung has a good tie-up with operators, retailers and e-commerce players alike and so consumers will get further motivation to buy this series," he said.