Introduced in February 2023, the Samsung S23 is yet another strong contender from Samsung for the most powerful compact flagship smartphone while its mid-range siblings like the Galaxy A55 and Galaxy M55 offer excellent value for budget-conscious buyers. The Galaxy S22’s successor, S23, adds some improvements that give a little more to the performance users and the average day-to-day users. This article will discuss about specifications and features of Samsung S23 along with official Samsung S23 price in Nepal.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Overview
Design and Display
The Galaxy S23 keeps the stunning looks of S22 while incorporating a few modifications. It has a 6.1 inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen with a definition of 1080 by 2340 pixels, making certain that pictures are sharp, and colors are striking. The display also features a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate which allows for vivid scrolling and response touch interaction. In addition, the device shines 1750 nits while the sun is out, which is praiseworthy.
The device is also one of the lightest Galaxy phones to be released earning it dimensional recognition of 146.3×70.9×7.6 mm with a weight of only 168g. Feathers sited such as the Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on front and back also adds to the overall sleek look as well as providing end-grade impact resistance. With all this said the phone is rated IP68 which means it is dust and water resistant.
Performance and Software:
The centerpiece of the Galaxy S23 is its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy which is a customized chipset and provides a balance of performance and efficiency. The SoC features an octa-core CPU and an Adreno 740 GPU allowing for effortless multitasking and gaming. In benchmark tests, its performance is remarkable, with Geekbench 6 results of 1831 (single-core) and 4914 (multi-core) .
Alongside the device, 8GB of LPDDR5X RAM comes installed guaranteeing speedy loading of apps and transitions between them. The device has different storage options available with 128GB (UFS 3.1) and 256GB/512GB (UFS 4.0), suitable for different types of users. It is worth mentioning that the 128GB variant uses the slower UFS 3.1 storage standard.
Alongside Galaxy S23, Samsung provides customization options and secondary features which run smoothly on Android 13 with One UI 5.1. Along with supporting an extended software lifecycle, promising four years of major OS upgrades and five years of security updates clearly shows that Samsung is committed to their devices.
Cameras:
The Galaxy S23 has a versatile triple-camera system that includes:
50MP Main Camera: Produces crisp, detailed photographs, even in difficult lighting situations.
10MP Telephoto Lens: Captures distant subjects with exquisite detail using 3x optical zoom.
12MP Ultra-Wide Lens: Ideal for group pictures and landscapes due to their expansive 120 ° field of view.
Selfies are mastered through the front-facing 12MP camera, which also records 4K video at 60fps. Thanks to advancements in image processing, especially for low-light environments, photos are clearer and more vibrant than ever.
Video lovers will enjoy the ability to record 8K video at 30fps and 4K at 60fps. Other enhancements like Super Steady mode and HDR10+ improve the videography experience even further.
Battery and other Features:
The Samsung S23 comes with a 3900mAh battery which is an upgrade from Galaxy S22’s 3700mAh battery. Samsung S23 model, along with the energy-efficient Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, is said to last 22 hours on day-to-day activities, 13 hours when watching videos, and over 8 hours of web browsing.
Additionally, the Samsung S23 comes with 25W of wired fast charging, 15W of wireless charging, and 4.5W of reverse wireless charging. Galaxy S23 does have competition in the wired charging department but overall should be adequate for charging speed purposes.
Galaxy S23 includes a broad range of connectivity options along with:
5G Support: Ensures rapid data speeds and low latency.
Wi-Fi 6E: Provides faster and more stable wireless connections.
Bluetooth 5.3: Offers improved range and energy efficiency.
NFC: Contactless payments and quick device pairing.
An under-display fingerprint sensor, stereo speakers powered by Dolby Atmos, and no 3.5mm headphone jacks are additional features that come with the S23 aside from other flagship devices.
Key specifications of Samsung S23
Build: Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back, aluminum frame
Dimensions & Weight: 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm; 168 grams
Display: 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, Full HD+ (1080 x 2340 pixels), 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, up to 1750 nits peak brightness
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4nm)
GPU: Adreno 740
RAM: 8GB LPDDR5X
Storage: 128GB (UFS 3.1) or 256GB/512GB (UFS 4.0), not expandable
Rear Cameras: Triple setup – 50MP main, 10MP telephoto (3x optical zoom), 12MP ultra-wide
Front Camera: 12MP selfie camera with 4K video support at 60fps
Video Recording: Up to 8K at 30fps, 4K at 60fps, supports Super Steady mode and HDR10+
Battery: 3900mAh
Charging: 25W wired fast charging, 15W wireless charging, 4.5W reverse wireless
Operating System: Android 13 with One UI 5.1 (upgradable)
Software Support: 4 years of OS updates, 5 years of security updates
Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC
Biometrics: Ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor and face recognition
Colors: Phantom Black, Cream, Green, Lavender, and other region-specific options
Samsung S23 price in Nepal
In Nepal, the device was launched at NPR 127,999 for the 8GB/256GB model. Since then, the price has dropped allowing many consumers to access the S23 without much difficulty.
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