Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Samsung Galaxy S24+
The Verdict
Samsung's S24+ commands a $200 premium over the S23, delivering meaningful upgrades that justify the cost for power users. Display quality jumps significantly with a larger 6.7-inch screen, higher 1440p resolution, and peak brightness of 2600 nits versus 1750 nits on the S23. Battery capacity increases from 3900 to 4900 mAh, paired with faster 45W charging. Performance gets a boost from the newer Exynos 2400 chipset with 12GB RAM standard, and video recording reaches 8K@30fps compared to 4K@60fps maximum on the S23. Storage starts at 256GB versus 128GB. However, the S23 remains an excellent choice at $799.99,its camera systems are virtually identical, processing power remains formidable with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, and the more compact 6.1-inch form factor appeals to those preferring one-handed usability. For budget-conscious buyers or those satisfied with compact flagships, the S23 delivers remarkable flagship performance. Upgrade to the S24+ if you prioritize the larger display, enhanced video capabilities, and significantly longer battery life.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Samsung Galaxy S23 if…
- →Compact 6.1-inch size is rare in flagship phones
- →Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 flagship performance
- →Lightweight at 168 g for comfortable one-handed use
Buy the Samsung Galaxy S24+ if…
- →Upgraded QHD+ display with 2600-nit peak brightness
- →Galaxy AI features like Circle to Search
- →12 GB RAM standard
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy S23
Pros
- Compact 6.1-inch size is rare in flagship phones
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 flagship performance
- Lightweight at 168 g for comfortable one-handed use
- IP68 water and dust resistance
- Four years of OS and five years of security updates
Cons
- Small 3900 mAh battery limits all-day endurance
- Slow 25W charging with no charger in box
- Only 8 GB RAM
- No 4K@60fps ultrawide video recording
Samsung Galaxy S24+
Pros
- Upgraded QHD+ display with 2600-nit peak brightness
- Galaxy AI features like Circle to Search
- 12 GB RAM standard
- Strong battery life from 4900 mAh cell
- Seven years of software updates
Cons
- Exynos 2400 runs hotter than Snapdragon variants
- No telephoto improvement over S23+
- Heavier than the Pixel 8 Pro alternatives
- 45W charging unchanged
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Samsung Galaxy S24+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13, One UI 5.1 | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 168 g | 196 g |
| Material | Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm | 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 10 MP 3x optical | 10 MP 3x optical |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3900 mAh | 4900 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired | 45W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 3120 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1750 | 2600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) | Deca-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz + 3x2.6 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 740 | Xclipse 940 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy | Exynos 2400 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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