Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Apple iPhone SE (2020)
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Beebom Score
30
Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Apple A13 Bionic | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.1", AMOLED, 120 Hz | 4.7", IPS LCD, 60 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+12MP+10MP/12MP | 12MP/7MP | ||
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 1821 mAh | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | ||
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Apple A13 Bionic | ||
| Display | 6.1", AMOLED, 120 Hz | 4.7", IPS LCD, 60 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+12MP+10MP/12MP | 12MP/7MP | ||
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 1821 mAh | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Battery, Performance, Display, Multimedia, Gaming, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Software | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Battery, Performance, Display, Multimedia, Gaming, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Software |
General
| Colors | Cream, Green, Lavender, Phantom Black | Black, White, Red | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | February 01, 2023 | April 15, 2020 | ||
| Availability | February 17, 2023 | April 24, 2020 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹74,999 | ₹42,500 | ||
| Colors | Cream, Green, Lavender, Phantom Black | Black, White, Red | ||
| Launch | February 01, 2023 | April 15, 2020 | ||
| Availability | February 17, 2023 | April 24, 2020 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹74,999 | ₹42,500 |
Display
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S23
| Type | AMOLED | IPS LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 4.7 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 750 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 1334 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 16:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 425 ppi | 326 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1750 nits | 625 nits | ||
| Type | AMOLED | IPS LCD | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 4.7 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 750 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 1334 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 16:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 425 ppi | 326 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1750 nits | 625 nits |
Body
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S23
| Weight | 168 grams | 148 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | No Protection | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | |||
| Port | USB Type-C 3.2 | , Lightning USB 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP67 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Weight | 168 grams | 148 grams | ||
| Front | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | No Protection | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | |||
| Port | USB Type-C 3.2 | , Lightning USB 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP67 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S23
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | Apple | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | A13 Bionic | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Hexa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 740 | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | ||
| Software Name | Android | iOS | ||
| Software Skin | One UI | iOS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 4 year | 5 year | ||
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | Apple | ||
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | A13 Bionic | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Hexa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 740 | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) | ||
| Software Name | Android | iOS | ||
| Software Skin | One UI | iOS | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 4 year | 5 year |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S23
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 12 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 10 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Telephoto | |||
| Features | Auto-HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | Auto Focus, Continuous Shooting, Face Detection, HDR, Panorama, Quad-LED Dual-tone Flash, RAW | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | OIS | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS, HDR10+, Stereo Sound Recording | HDR, OIS, Stereo Sound Recording | ||
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 12 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | |||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 10 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Telephoto | |||
| Features | Auto-HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | Auto Focus, Continuous Shooting, Face Detection, HDR, Panorama, Quad-LED Dual-tone Flash, RAW | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | OIS | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS, HDR10+, Stereo Sound Recording | HDR, OIS, Stereo Sound Recording |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S23
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 7 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide-angle | Single | ||
| Features | Auto Focus, Auto-HDR, Dual Video Call, HDR10+ | HDR | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 7 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide-angle | Single | ||
| Features | Auto Focus, Auto-HDR, Dual Video Call, HDR10+ | HDR | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
Battery
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S23
| Capacity | 3900 mAh | 1821 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 25 w | 18 w | ||
| Capacity | 3900 mAh | 1821 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | true | true | ||
| Charging Speed | 25 w | 18 w |
Memory
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S23
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | NvMe | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR4 | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | ||
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | NvMe | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR4 |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, CDMA, EVDO, GSM, HSPA, LTE | CDMA, EVDO, GSM, HSPA, LTE | ||
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, eSIM) | ||
| Network | 5G, CDMA, EVDO, GSM, HSPA, LTE | CDMA, EVDO, GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S23
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6E 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | GLONASS, GPS | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6E 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | GLONASS, GPS | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Ultrasonic (under display) | Touch ID | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Features | Galaxy AI | |||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Ultrasonic (under display) | Touch ID | ||
| AI Features | Galaxy AI | |||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Barometer Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor |
