Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy S23 promises to be an exciting addition to the world of smartphones, blending cutting-edge technology, stunning design, and powerful performance. With its anticipated innovative features, state-of-the-art camera capabilities, and seamless user experience, Samsung continues to set the benchmark for flagship smartphones.
PRICE LIST | |
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Price in Pakistan | PKR 400,000 Expected |
Other Countries | $1440 €1364 £1136 ¥10440 ₹121600 ﷼5400 Expected |
NETWORK | |
Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
2G Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (Dual SIM model only) |
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-A (up to 7CA), 5G |
LAUNCH | |
Announced | 2023, February 01 |
Status | Available. Released 2023, February 17 |
BODY | |
Dimensions | 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm (5.76 x 2.79 x 0.30 in) |
Weight | 168 g (5.93 oz) |
Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame |
SIM | Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual SIM (2 Nano-SIMs and eSIM, dual stand-by) |
DISPLAY | |
Size | 6.1 inches, 90.1 cm2 (~86.8% screen-to-body ratio) |
Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~425 ppi density) |
Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
PLATFORM | |
OS | Android 13, One UI 5.1 |
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 | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM |
MAIN CAMERA | |
Triple | 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55" 1.4µm, Super Steady video |
Features | LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama |
Video | 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 1080p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS |
FRONT CAMERA | |
Single | 12 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), Dual Pixel PDAF |
Features | Dual video call, Auto-HDR, HDR10+ |
Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps |
SOUND | |
Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
3.5mm jack | No |
COMMS | |
WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
NFC | Yes |
Radio | No |
USB | USB Type-C 3.2, OTG |
FEATURES | |
Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
BATTERY | |
Type | Li-Ion 3900 mAh, non-removable |
Charging | 25W wired, PD3.0, 50% in 30 min (advertised) 15W wireless (Qi/PMA) 4.5W reverse wireless |
MISC | |
Colors | Phantom Black, Cream, Green, Lavender, Graphite, Lime |
Models | SM-S911B, SM-S911B/DS, SM-S911U, SM-S911U1, SM-S911W, SM-S911N, SM-S9110, SM-S911E, SM-S911E/DS |
Design and Display
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a stunning design, seamlessly blending elegance and functionality. With a sleek and slim profile, the device is likely to feature a glass front and back, held together by an aluminum frame. The phone boasts a 6.1-inch or larger Dynamic AMOLED display. It offers robust data protection and user privacy through advanced security features, including an under-display fingerprint scanner and facial recognition technology.
Performance and Storage
When it comes to performance, Samsung has always delivered top-notch specifications. The Galaxy S23 is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, ensuring blazing-fast speeds and seamless multitasking. Coupled with 8GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage options. The Galaxy S23 runs on Samsung’s custom user interface, One UI, built on top of the latest Android version 13.
Triple Camera
Samsung Galaxy S23 features an advanced triple camera setup, with a 50MP primary sensor, 10MP telephoto sensor, and 12MP ultrawide sensor. With enhanced computational photography algorithms, users can capture stunning photos in various lighting conditions, thanks to improved low-light performance and auto-HDR capabilities. The smartphone also offers 12MP front-facing camera.
Connectivity and Battery
As connectivity continues to evolve, the Samsung Galaxy S23 supports the latest 5G network technology, ensuring lightning-fast download and upload speeds. Additionally, it has Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.2 support, allowing for quicker and more dependable wireless connections. Battery life has always been a crucial aspect of any smartphone, and Samsung Galaxy S23 has a 3900 mAh battery. It also supports 25W wired, 15W wireless, and 4.5W reverse wireless fast charging technology.
Here is an overview of the pricing information for the Samsung Galaxy S23 in Pakistan:
Please note that pricing details are subject to change and may vary depending on the retailer or provider. It is always advisable to confirm the price before making a purchase.