Samsung Galaxy S23 5G
Updated May 2026
- Network5G / LTE
- Display—
- Camera—
- Memory512 GB
- Battery3900 mAh
- OSAndroid 13
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The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a series of high-end Android-based smartphones developed, manufactured, and marketed by Samsung Electronics as part of its flagship Galaxy S series. The phones were announced and unveiled on February 1, 2023, at the Galaxy Unpacked in-person event, while the Galaxy S23 FE was unveiled on October 3, 2023. They collectively serve as the successor to the Samsung Galaxy S22 series and the S21 FE. The first three phones were released in the United States and Europe on February 17, 2023, while the Fan Edition was released globally on October 26, 2023.
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Key specifications
| OS | Original: Android 13 with One UI 5.1 / Current: Android 16 with One UI 8 |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy |
| RAM | 8 or 12GB LPDDR5X RAM |
| Storage | 128, 256 or 512 GB |
| Selfie camera | 12 MP, f/2.2, 25mm (wide) |
| Battery | Li-ion 3900 mAh |
| Charging | "Super fast charging" at 25W |
| Weight | 168 g |
| Dimensions | 146.3×70.9×7.6 mm (5.76×2.79×0.30 in) |
Design and display
The Samsung Galaxy S23 5G features a modern display measuring 146.3×70.9×7.6 mm (5.76×2.79×0.30 in). The handset weighs 168 g and is built in a Slate form factor.
Performance
Powering the Samsung Galaxy S23 5G is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy system-on-chip. CPU configuration: Octa-Core (1x3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510). Graphics are handled by Adreno 740 @ 719 MHz. It ships with 8 or 12GB LPDDR5X RAM of RAM. Storage options: 128, 256 or 512 GB.
Camera
Front-facing camera: 12 MP, f/2.2, 25mm (wide).
Battery and charging
The Samsung Galaxy S23 5G packs a Li-ion 3900 mAh battery. Charging support: "Super fast charging" at 25W.
Connectivity
Network support: 2G / 3G / 4G LTE / 5G NR. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot / Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE. SIM configuration: Nano-SIM and eSIM.
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Full specifications
NETWORK | |
|---|---|
| Technology | 2G / 3G / 4G LTE / 5G NR |
LAUNCH | |
| Status | Available. Released 2023 |
BODY | |
| Dimensions | 146.3 × 70.9 × 7.6 mm (5.76 × 2.79 × 0.30 in) |
| Weight | 168 g |
| SIM | Nano-SIM and eSIM |
| Build | Slate |
PLATFORM | |
| OS | Original: Android 13 with One UI 5.1 / Current: Android 16 with One UI 8 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy |
| 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 @ 719 MHz |
MEMORY | |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 128, 256 or 512 GB |
SELFIE CAMERA | |
| Single | 12 MP, f/2.2, 25mm (wide) |
SOUND | |
| Loudspeaker | Dolby Atmos stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
COMMS | |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot / Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Bluetooth | 5.x, A2DP, LE |
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| NFC | Yes |
FEATURES | |
| Sensors | Fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
BATTERY | |
| Charging | "Super fast charging" at 25W |
| Battery Type | Li-ion 3900 mAh |
MISC | |
| Models | Cream, Lavender |