Overall Score
64.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#1472)64.2
Performance(#1569)68.5
Camera(#1373)48.0
Display(#2187)76.5
Battery(#1275)63.0
Build(#11156)68.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy M23
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy M23 features a sleek design with dimensions of 165.5 x 77 x 8.4 mm and a weight of 198g, available in Deep Green, Light Blue, and Orange Copper.
- Its 6.6-inch TFT LCD display boasts a resolution of 1080 x 2408 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals.
- Performance is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G chipset, with an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM, ensuring efficient multitasking.
- The camera system includes a 50 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 2 MP macro lens, capable of 4K video recording.
- A 5000mAh battery supports 25W charging, offering extended usage without wireless charging.
- The device runs on Android 12, upgradable to Android 13, with One UI 5.1 for a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include 5G, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC.
- The phone also retains a headphone jack for audio convenience.
- It lacks stereo speakers and water resistance, but its build quality remains solid.
- Overall, the Galaxy M23 combines a robust feature set with a modern design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2022, March 04
Announced2022, March 04
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.6"
TypeTFT LCD, 120Hz
Resolution1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~400 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate120Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750G 5G (8 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 570 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 570)
GPUAdreno 619
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.2, (wide)
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@480fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details25W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions165.5 x 77 x 8.4 mm (6.52 x 3.03 x 0.33 in)
Weight198 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsDeep Green, Light Blue, Orange Copper
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 12, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5.1
OS VersionAndroid 12, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5.1
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes