itel S23 vs Lava Shark 2
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Key Specifications
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | Unisoc T7250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.6", IPS LCD, 90Hz | 6.75", LCD, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+0.08MP/8MP (Front) | 50MP/8MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 10W | 5000mAh, 18W | ||
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Battery, Gaming, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Battery and Software |
|---|
General
| Colors | Mystery White, Starry Black | Eclipse Grey, Aurora Gold | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | June 09, 2023 | October 25, 2025 | ||
| Availability | June 14, 2023 | November 13, 2025 | ||
| Launch Country | India | India | ||
| Launch Price | ₹7,599 | ₹6,999 |
Display
Winner:itel S23
| Type | IPS LCD | LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.75 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 720 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 1612 pixels | 1612 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20.9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 267 ppi | 269 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | HD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 500 nits |
Body
Winner:itel S23
| Weight | 195 grams | 200 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | - | ||
| Back | Glass | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C | ||
| IP rating | - | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Loudspeaker | Loudspeaker | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material |
Processor
Winner:Lava Shark 2
| Chipset Brand | Unisoc | Unisoc | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | T606 | T7250 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G57 MP1 | Arm Mali-G57 MP1 |
Main Camera
Winner:itel S23
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 0.08 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Auxiliary | |||
| Features | HDR | HDR, LED-Flash, Pro mode, Slow Motion, Timelapse | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
| Video |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | itelOS | Lava Android | ||
| AI Features | AI Camera | |||
| OS Updates(Years) | 1 year(s) |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Lava Shark 2
| Front Camera Resolution | 8 MP | 8 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Single | Single | ||
| Features | Face unlock, Fixed Focus, Screen flash | |||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 720p@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Tie
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 10 W | 18 W |
Memory
Winner:itel S23
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | |||
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Lava Shark 2
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Positioning | GPS | GPS | ||
| NFC | - | |||
| Radio | FM Radio | FM Radio | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer |
