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# Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 12GB/256GB

> 6.8″ AMOLED display (120 Hz), Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 12 GB RAM, 256 GB storage, 200 MP main camera, 5000 mAh battery, 5G, Android 13.

Overall score 80.4/100 (algorithm 1.0.0, data evidence 81 %); strongest in basics, smoothness.

## Spec score

- Smoothness: **90**/100
- Battery: **56.8**/100
- Camera hardware: **88.4**/100
- Screen: **83.5**/100
- Build & comfort: **77.2**/100
- Longevity: **74.5**/100
- Basics: **100**/100

_Camera scores measure hardware potential (sensor, optics, stabilization) — not lab-tested photo quality._

## Strengths / Weaknesses

- ✅ Basics (100)
- ✅ Smoothness (90)
- ✅ Camera hardware (88.4)

## Specifications

- AnTuTu score (9): 1241531
- Display size: 6.8 in
- Display technology: AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
- Chipset: Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- RAM: 12 GB
- Storage: 256 GB
- Battery capacity: 5000 mAh
- Main camera: 200 MP
- Weight: 234 g
- IP rating: IP68
- Operating system: Android 13
- 5G support: Yes
- NFC: Yes
- eSIM: Yes

## Is it a real upgrade?

- Typical 2021 mid-ranger: +17.3
- Samsung Galaxy A52 5G (2021): +12.8
- Apple iPhone 12 (2020): +17.9

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