Head to head
Galaxy S23 vs Galaxy S23 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 has the larger display (6.8" vs 6.1").
- Galaxy S23 Ultra carries the bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 3,900 mAh).
- Galaxy S23 is lighter (168 g vs 234 g).
- Galaxy S23 is cheaper to fix — screen replacement runs $219 vs $299 at our counter.
Specifications
Spec for spec.
| Galaxy S23 | Galaxy S23 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | 2023-02-17 | 2023-02-17 |
| Display | 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 3088 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Chip | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (for Galaxy) | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (for Galaxy) |
| RAM | 8GB | 8 / 12GB |
| Storage options | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB |
| Rear cameras | 50MP wide + 12MP ultrawide + 10MP 3x tele | 200MP wide + 12MP ultrawide + 10MP 3x tele + 10MP 10x periscope |
| Front camera | 12MP | 12MP |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | USB-C, 25W wired, 15W wireless | USB-C, 45W wired, 15W wireless |
| Dimensions (mm) | 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 | 163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 |
| Weight | 168 g | 234 g |
| Colors at launch | Phantom Black, Cream, Green, Lavender, Graphite (online), Lime (online) | Phantom Black, Cream, Green, Lavender, Graphite (online), Lime (online), Sky Blue (online), Red (online) |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC | 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, UWB |
| OS at launch | Android 13 (One UI 5.1) | Android 13 (One UI 5.1) |
| 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 | Galaxy S23 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Most-chosen color | Black | Black |
| Most-chosen storage | 128GB | 256GB |
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 | Galaxy S23 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Screen replacement | $219 | $299 |
| Battery replacement | $89 | $99 |
FAQ
Galaxy S23 vs Galaxy S23 Ultra, answered.
Which is newer, the Galaxy S23 or the Galaxy S23 Ultra?
Both launched in 2023.
Which has the bigger battery?
The Galaxy S23 Ultra: 5,000 mAh vs 3,900 mAh.
Which is cheaper to repair?
Screen replacement is $219 for the Galaxy S23 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 and the Galaxy S23 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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