Testseek.com have collected 337 expert reviews of the Samsung SM-S918 Galaxy S23 Ultra and the average rating is 89%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Samsung SM-S918 Galaxy S23 Ultra.
February 2023
(89%)
337 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(100%)
9 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
890100337
The editors liked
Pros
Great design
Massive feature set
Huge and versatile camera
Impressive performance
Fast 5G
Water resistant
Supports the SPen
Samsung's premium glass slab offering with an S-Pen and DeX
200MP camera is about bragging rights but generally lives up to the promise
Fast processor
RAM
And storage
Excellent battery life
2+4+5 warranty/OS upgrades/security patches
Amazing detail captured by 200MP main camera
Excellent display that is visible in direct sunlight
Fun and creative Astro photography modes
More processing power that you'll probably ever need
Stunning performance and power
Excellent camera and capabilities
Brilliant display
Outstanding battery life
The editors didn't like
Cons
The phone is so big
It may be unwieldy for some
Camera can be a little slow
Pen hasn't changed much
And this is more a spec bump update
No charger inbox and only up to 27W charging from third-party chargers
Base model 8/256GB – this is supposed to be a premium phone
An 8-bit/16.7m colour screen is inappropriate for a premium flagship
No mountable external SSD for videographers and vlog
Design is attractive but could be a little more distinct than the older S22 Ultra
Google Pixel 7 Pro is cheaper while offering a competitive feature set
No major advances apparent with 100x zoom in terms of clarity vs the S22 Ultra
Abstract: The Galaxy S23 Ultra (starting at $1,199.99) carries the Galaxy Note torch forward as the lone smartphone in Samsung's lineup to include the S Pen stylus. The company takes the kitchen-sink approach with the S23 Ultra; it has pretty much every feature a f...
Published: 2023-02-08, Author: Chris , review by: slashgear.com
Big, beautiful display, 200-megapixel camera is more than just spec boasting, Latest Snapdragon leaves Android fast and smooth, Long battery life
Very expensive, Some of the photography features still feel gimmicky, Rivals offer much faster charging
It's pretty much par for the course these days that those who bought last year's flagship shouldn't feel the need to upgrade twelve months later. That's absolutely the case for the Galaxy S23 Ultra, which tweaks and refines the recipe we saw introduced on...
Published: 2023-02-04, Author: Lisa , review by: cnet.com
Abstract: Samsung's Galaxy S23 Ultra features a 200-megapixel camera, the phone line's biggest camera upgrade in years. With roughly double the resolution of its predecessor, the new phone debuted at Samsung's Unpacked event on Feb. 1, with a price starting at $1,2...
Abstract: Samsung merged the Galaxy Note last year with the S22 series to create the Galaxy S22 Ultra (opens in new tab), its previous flagship device now residing in its iconic Galaxy S series of phones. With other manufacturers increasingly pushing a more premiu...
Abstract: The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is here alongside the Galaxy S23+ and Galaxy S23 and we can finally move past the leaks and rumors and into real and official territory. We've had some quality time with all three devices and would like to share some initial t...
Published: 2023-02-01, Author: Sarah , review by: cnet.com
Abstract: The Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus and Galaxy S23 Ultra offer a little more value over last year's models. The two phones, announced at Samsung's Unpacked event in San Francisco alongside the Galaxy Book 3, cost the same as their 2022 Galaxy S counterparts, but...
Abstract: The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has a pretty ambitious mission: take smartphone photography to the next level with its massive 200MP camera — and take down the iPhone 14 Pro Max and Google Pixel 7 Pro in the process. Yes, this handset could very will become...
Published: 2023-02-01, Author: Stephen , review by: cnet.com
Abstract: With a new 200-megapixel image sensor in its Galaxy S23 Ultra, Samsung is trying to give smartphone photographers the best of both worlds: a camera that takes extremely detailed photos and also works well with challenging lighting conditions that stymie m...
200MP camera delivers in both well-lit and low-light conditions,Top-notch performance from the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy,All-day battery life,Stunningly detailed 6.8in 120Hz display
Very expensive,Relatively slow 45W charging,Difficult to use one-handed
The release of the newer S24 Ultra doesn't detract from the fact that the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra remains a strong all-rounder; it has a stellar display, a top-notch stylus experience, blisteringly fast performance and very good camera performance, even...
