Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G
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Beebom Score
72
Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.1", Full HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120 Hz | 6.6", Full HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+12.2MP+10MP/12MP | 50MP+10MP+12MP/10MP | ||
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 4500 mAh | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | ||
| Display | 6.1", Full HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120 Hz | 6.6", Full HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+12.2MP+10MP/12MP | 50MP+10MP+12MP/10MP | ||
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 4500 mAh | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Gaming, Software, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Battery, Display and Software | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Gaming, Software, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Battery, Display and Software |
General
| Colors | Cream, Green, Lavender, Phantom Black | Phantom Black, Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | February 01, 2023 | February 09, 2022 | ||
| Availability | February 17, 2023 | February 25, 2022 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹74,999 | ₹84,999 | ||
| Colors | Cream, Green, Lavender, Phantom Black | Phantom Black, Green | ||
| Launch | February 01, 2023 | February 09, 2022 | ||
| Availability | February 17, 2023 | February 25, 2022 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹74,999 | ₹84,999 |
Display
Winner:Tie
| Type | Full HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Full HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | HDR10+ | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.6 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 2340 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 425 ppi | 393 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1750 nits | 1750 nits | ||
| Type | Full HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Full HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | HDR10+ | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.6 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2340 pixels | 2340 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 19.5:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 425 ppi | 393 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1750 nits | 1750 nits |
Body
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S23
| Weight | 168 grams | 196 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Gorilla Glass Victus+ | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 3.2 | USB Type-C 3.2 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (dust and water resistant) | IP68 (dust and water resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers (tuned by AKG) | Stereo Speakers (tuned by AKG) | ||
| Weight | 168 grams | 196 grams | ||
| Front | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Gorilla Glass Victus+ | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Aluminium Frame | Aluminium Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 3.2 | USB Type-C 3.2 | ||
| IP rating | IP68 (dust and water resistant) | IP68 (dust and water resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers (tuned by AKG) | Stereo Speakers (tuned by AKG) |
Processor
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S23
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | Qualcomm | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 740 | Adreno 730 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | One UI 6 | One UI 4 | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 4 | 4 | ||
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | Qualcomm | ||
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 740 | Adreno 730 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | One UI 6 | One UI 4 | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 4 | 4 |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S23
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12.2 MP | 10 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Telephoto | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 10 MP | 12 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Telephoto | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | Auto-HDR, Panorama, LED Flash | Auto HDR, panorama, LED flash | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 1080p@960fps, HDR10+, gyro-EIS, Stereo Sound Recording | 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS | ||
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 12.2 MP | 10 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Telephoto | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 10 MP | 12 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Telephoto | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | Auto-HDR, Panorama, LED Flash | Auto HDR, panorama, LED flash | ||
| Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | Hybrid Stabilization | ||
| Video | 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 1080p@960fps, HDR10+, gyro-EIS, Stereo Sound Recording | 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Tie
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 10 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | Auto Focus, Dual Video Call, Auto-HDR, HDR10+ | Dual Video Call, Auto-HDR | ||
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 12 MP | 10 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | Auto Focus, Dual Video Call, Auto-HDR, HDR10+ | Dual Video Call, Auto-HDR | ||
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
Battery
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S22+ 5G
| Capacity | 3900 mAh | 4500 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Charging Speed | 25 w | 45 w | ||
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes | ||
| Capacity | 3900 mAh | 4500 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Charging Speed | 25 w | 45 w | ||
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes |
Memory
Winner:Tie
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5 | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Storage type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5 |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM & e-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs and eSIM; dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | CDMA, GSM, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G | ||
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM & e-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (2 nano-SIMs and eSIM; dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | CDMA, GSM, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
Winner:Samsung Galaxy S23
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 | ||
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 | ||
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | ||
| NFC | Yes | Yes | ||
| Radio | No | No |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Ultrasonic (under display) | Ultrasonic (under display) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Features | Galaxy AI | Interpreter, Live Translate, Circle to Search, Browsing Assist | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope, Barometer, Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support) | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Barometer, Gyroscope, Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support), Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Ultrasonic (under display) | Ultrasonic (under display) | ||
| AI Features | Galaxy AI | Interpreter, Live Translate, Circle to Search, Browsing Assist | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope, Barometer, Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support) | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Barometer, Gyroscope, Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support), Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support |
