Head to head
Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Galaxy S22 Ultra
Full specs side by side — plus the one table nobody else shows you: what each phone actually costs to repair.
At a glance
- Galaxy S23 Ultra is the newer phone (2023 vs 2022).
- Galaxy S22 Ultra is lighter (228 g vs 234 g).
- Galaxy S22 Ultra is cheaper to fix — screen replacement runs $269 vs $299 at our counter.
Specifications
Spec for spec.
| Galaxy S23 Ultra | Galaxy S22 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | 2023-02-17 | 2022-02-25 |
| Display | 6.8" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 3088 x 1440 | 3088 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Chip | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (for Galaxy) | Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (US) / Exynos 2200 (intl) |
| RAM | 8 / 12GB | 8 / 12GB |
| Storage options | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB |
| Rear cameras | 200MP wide + 12MP ultrawide + 10MP 3x tele + 10MP 10x periscope | 108MP wide + 12MP ultrawide + 10MP 3x tele + 10MP 10x periscope |
| Front camera | 12MP | 40MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | USB-C, 45W wired, 15W wireless | USB-C, 45W wired, 15W wireless |
| Dimensions (mm) | 163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 | 163.3 x 77.9 x 8.9 |
| Weight | 234 g | 228 g |
| Colors at launch | Phantom Black, Cream, Green, Lavender, Graphite (online), Lime (online), Sky Blue (online), Red (online) | Phantom Black, Phantom White, Burgundy, Green, Graphite (online), Sky Blue (online), Red (online) |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, UWB | 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, UWB |
| OS at launch | Android 13 (One UI 5.1) | Android 12 (One UI 4.1) |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
Specs reflect the US models as published by the manufacturer.
What buyers pick
The configurations people actually choose.
Based on current used-market sales data, updated August 2026.
| Galaxy S23 Ultra | Galaxy S22 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Most-chosen color | Black | Black |
| Most-chosen storage | 256GB | 128GB |
Repair pricing
What each costs to fix.
Real walk-in prices at BK Wireless — every repair backed by a 60-day parts and labor warranty.
| Repair | Galaxy S23 Ultra | Galaxy S22 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Screen replacement | $299 | $269 |
| Battery replacement | $99 | $89 |
FAQ
Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Galaxy S22 Ultra, answered.
Which is newer, the Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Galaxy S23 Ultra is newer — it launched in 2023, while the Galaxy S22 Ultra launched in 2022.
Which has the bigger battery?
They're equal — both carry a 5,000 mAh battery.
Which is cheaper to repair?
Screen replacement is $269 for the Galaxy S22 Ultra and $299 for the Galaxy S23 Ultra at BK Wireless — both with a 60-day parts and labor warranty.
Does BK Wireless repair the Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Galaxy S22 Ultra?
Yes — both. Walk into 1054 Beach 20th Street in Far Rockaway for same-day screen, battery, and charging port repairs on either phone, backed by a 60-day warranty. No appointment needed.
Can I trade in my old phone toward either one?
Yes. Bring your current phone and a photo ID — we test it in front of you and pay cash on the spot, working or broken.
Upgrading to either one?
Get cash for your current phone at 1054 Beach 20th Street — tested in front of you, paid on the spot.
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