Samsung Galaxy S23 vs S23 Plus | Unboxing & Comparison

Summary

Manny reviews and compares the Samsung Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus smartphones, examining their similar premium specs like the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and IP68 water resistance, but different sizes with 6.1-inch and 6.6-inch displays. He shows sample photos and videos shot on both phones with largely identical triple rear cameras, praises their sleek durable designs and display quality, and benchmarks performance which is slightly faster on the larger S23 Plus. Manny says they offer familiar Samsung software, plenty of storage, good battery life, fast charging, and highlights tips, tricks and features in his separate guide.

Takeaways

• 😊 The video compares the Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus side-by-side, going through their design, display, software, performance, battery, cameras and more
• 📱 The S23 has a 6.1 inch display while the S23 Plus has a larger 6.6 inch display, both with Dynamic AMOLED 2X screens
• ⚙️ They have the same Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, but the S23 Plus benchmarks slightly higher due to better efficiency in the larger frame
• 🔋 The S23 has a 3900mAh battery while the S23 Plus steps it up to 4700mAh for better battery life
• 📸 The rear camera hardware is the same as last year - 50MP main, 12MP ultrawide, 10MP 3x telephoto - so don't expect huge photo improvements
• 🤳 The selfie camera is upgraded to 12MP with auto focus and shoots up to 4K video
• 🎥 They can both shoot up to 8K 30fps video and 4K 60fps from the rear and 4K selfie video
• 💵 Pricing starts at £849/$799 for the S23 and £1099/$999 for the S23 Plus in the UK/US
• 🌈 New color options include Cream, Green, Lavender and Phantom Black in matte glass backs
• 👍 With the Snapdragon chipset, improved displays and better battery life, they look to be solid upgrades over the S22 series

Q & A

What are the key differences between the Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus?

The main differences are the screen size (6.1-inch vs 6.6-inch), battery capacity (3900mAh vs 4700mAh), and dimensions. The S23 Plus is larger overall but they have the same chipset, camera hardware, software, RAM options, and charging specs.

What chipset powers the Galaxy S23 series?

All three phones in the Galaxy S23 line, including the S23 and S23 Plus, use the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset.

How much internal storage do the S23 and S23 Plus offer?

They offer 256GB or 512GB internal storage options. There is also a smaller 128GB version available for the regular S23.

Do the Galaxy S23 models support external storage?

No, unfortunately there is no microSD card slot on either model for expandable storage.

What display features do the phones have?

They both have 6.1-inch or 6.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED displays with FHD+ resolution and 48-120Hz adaptive refresh rates. They also support HDR10+ content.

What camera hardware and features are included?

The Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus reuse last year's camera hardware, including a 50MP main, 12MP ultrawide, and 10MP 3x telephoto camera. They offer the same shooting modes and 8K 30fps video recording.

How good is the battery life expected to be?

Early indications show improved battery efficiency from the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. Exact battery life remains to be thoroughly tested but capacity has slightly increased as well.

What colors can you buy the Galaxy S23 series in?

The color options are Phantom Black, Cream, Green, and Lavender for all models. The Cream and Green colors look particularly attractive.

How durable and water resistant are the phones?

They both feature Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on front and back with Armor Aluminum frames. They are IP68 water and dust resistant.

How do the speakers compare between models?

They both have stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support. The S23 Plus speakers are louder and more powerful due to the larger body size.