Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Review | Three Months Later...

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  • Опубліковано 5 чер 2024
  • Reviewing the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra three months later, including an in-depth camera test, battery life verdict, performance and more. The Galaxy S23 Ultra is one of the best flagship smartphones of 2023 vs the Pixel 7 Pro, Huawei P60 Pro and Xiaomi 13 Ultra. However, Samsung's mega-phone is also far from budget friendly, so should you upgrade or get the S23 Plus?
    If you want incredible battery life, this mighty mobile is certainly in the top five easy. I've struggled to kill the thing in a single day even with plenty of camera play, and a generous slice of gaming.
    Speaking of that camera, the Samsung S23 Ultra boasts a fresh new 200MP sensor that you won't find on the regular or Plus models. This is great for low light shooting, almost as hot as the P60 Pro, while the telephoto shooters are great for natural pet/kid snaps.
    Gaming is a breeze thanks to Samsung's wise decision to shove a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 inside of the Galaxy S23 Ultra. This is a massive upgrade vs the Exynos chipset of the S22 Ultra, so you'll get beautiful smooth performance all day long. It's really only the sky high asking price that makes me balk. And the long term prospects are good, as you get years of OS and security updates.
    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Review Chapters:
    0:00 - How much??
    1:04 - Design
    2:51 - One UI 5.1 & features
    5:29 - S Pen stylus
    6:26 - Display & audio
    7:22 - Performance & gaming
    8:26 - Battery life
    9:33 - Cameras
    13:22 - Verdict
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  • @reecechadwick8504
    @reecechadwick8504 Рік тому +426

    Got my Green S23U 12GB ram with 512gb storage delivered 2 weeks before it officially came out and honestly best phone I have had so far.

    • @rafioo7jb
      @rafioo7jb Рік тому +3

      What was your phone before this ?

    • @reecechadwick8504
      @reecechadwick8504 Рік тому +25

      @@rafioo7jb Base S21 but with Exynos chip so it wasn't that good at all

    • @rafioo7jb
      @rafioo7jb Рік тому +4

      @@reecechadwick8504 ok, i am using note 20 ultra exynos, considering to update.
      Just thinking, should i wait for the s24 series.
      Thanks for the response.

    • @rahmaniloukay5615
      @rahmaniloukay5615 Рік тому +17

      ​@@rafioo7jb of course , you should wate for the s24 series if you can , 'cause rumors are pointing to a much better and more efficient processor , new variable zoom camera ....

    • @TechoWeeds
      @TechoWeeds Рік тому +3

      Same here. 12/512

  • @Chris.in.taiwan
    @Chris.in.taiwan Рік тому +165

    The gaming mode also has the power pause option. Meaning that the game will run directly through the USB power, protecting the battery.

    • @benomae9890
      @benomae9890 Рік тому +7

      This is so useful ❤❤❤

    • @supashaker1
      @supashaker1 Рік тому +7

      It's a helpful feature and Sony had this first they have mastered that side of things quite well

    • @Unknowner291
      @Unknowner291 Рік тому +1

      Is this on s23 plus as well?

    • @brianoh8192
      @brianoh8192 11 місяців тому +2

      This is one of the most underrated useful things when it comes to mobile gaming!!

    • @TristanIRL
      @TristanIRL 11 місяців тому +6

      ​​@@Unknowner291 should be on all galaxy phones if i recall correctly.
      also, it will only show as an option in game booster, if you have fast charge. if you don't, it won't show as an option, but your phone will just not charge.
      i got this on my s23u, and did some sweaty ranked games on wildrift for 2hrs on the highest settings. i can feel the chip get warmer, but the battery stayed the same temp, and stayed ad 48% the whole time. and i didn't experience any drops in fps.
      honestly my preferred way of gaming now. the battery tends to heat up rather quick when gaming while not plugged in, which leads to performance loss.

  • @broughy23
    @broughy23 Рік тому +289

    Got 512gb and it's honestly the best phone I've ever used. The screen and battery life are just phenomenal

    • @jeffreydillen6900
      @jeffreydillen6900 Рік тому +6

      I have same. But somehow my battery life is shit. Even if i turn on power saving (what I don't like but just to test) should I go to samsung for new phone of smth or?

    • @broughy23
      @broughy23 Рік тому +11

      @Jeffrey Dillen If your battery life is bad then yes I think you should get in touch with Samsung as it sounds like a fault. I'm a heavy user and I get a full day with some battery left over

    • @andrewfuss2762
      @andrewfuss2762 Рік тому +1

      @@broughy23 did you have problems with the screen hurting your eyes? Or has anyone you know? I want to get the phone but people keep saying they are returning it because it’s making them dizzy and their eyes hurt. I haven’t tried it though.

    • @broughy23
      @broughy23 Рік тому +1

      @Andrew Fuss No, I've had no issues like that to be honest. I have the auto brightness feature on, so it never gets too bright.

    • @andrewfuss2762
      @andrewfuss2762 Рік тому

      @@broughy23 Ok thanks for the reply. I may just go get it today. I guess if worse comes to worse and it messes with me I can always exchange for something else. Just didn’t want to pay a restock lol. I gotta feeling I’ll love it though. Never had a problem with a Sammy screen during the s7 til the s10 so idk why I would now either.

  • @ChrisBartlett
    @ChrisBartlett Рік тому +107

    I've had the 512gb S23 Ultra since launch. I had used the pixel 7 Pro prior and have an iPhone 14 Pro as well, but neither come close to the S23 Ultra. Performance has been outstanding, cameras are great and I enjoy One UI more than any other OS. I prefer Samsung's apps in many cases so I use a combo of those and Google's. Combine all that with the amazing SPen and I'm very satisfied with the device despite the large price tag. Even that wasnt bad with the generous trade in at launch.

    • @soul-the_argonaut5211
      @soul-the_argonaut5211 Рік тому +1

      I feel like a lot of preference is used when talking about the software but performance wise...
      You notice the difference in long term use.
      S23u really holds its battery power through vigorous usage👌🏽

    • @ChrisBartlett
      @ChrisBartlett Рік тому +1

      @@soul-the_argonaut5211 agreed. Definitely a preference. I totally understand if someone prefers the Pixel experience or iOS. Use what works for you. They are good performance wise too. I just notice more issues with iOS the last few years than I do with the other OS. Even that is just my experience. Someone else may have a different experience. Can't go wrong with any of these devices these days.

    • @oneanime8682
      @oneanime8682 11 місяців тому

      Please can you please get me one also 🙏

    • @jrighteous1984
      @jrighteous1984 10 місяців тому +2

      I just ordered mine , this will be my first Samsung in 15 years ! I'm coming off the pixel line , I hope I like it , I always ignore Samsung because I prefer stock android and Google search for everything but the past 3 pixels have given me problems with the charge port .. very annoyed.. hopefully Samsung wins me over

    • @stevemustafa_91
      @stevemustafa_91 6 місяців тому

      how do you find it so far i am a google pixel user do you recommend?@@jrighteous1984

  • @kmrjt1
    @kmrjt1 9 місяців тому +38

    Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is technically far ahead of anything that's available in the market today. As someone who owns both S23 Ultra and iPhone 13 pro, I certainly appreciate how much the Ultra makes my life easier especially at work with its unique capabilities like Dex and S pen. Its smooth, fast and leaves no stones unturned. The experience is just unparalleled.

    • @midomattar837
      @midomattar837 8 місяців тому

      What about z fold 4 ??

    • @jordanjackson8873
      @jordanjackson8873 7 місяців тому

      ​@midomattar837 z fold 4 is okay it just doesn't really compare to the fold 5 in form factor, and the cameras aren't as good either. The s23 series might have better hardware, tbh while the fold offers a bit more finesse with the one ui capabilities.

  • @King_504
    @King_504 Рік тому +105

    I got the Graphite 512GB. Rocking it with no case since release and still in great condition. Best phone of 2023 easily

    • @CoachD77
      @CoachD77 Рік тому +30

      Living life on the edge with no case lol, props to you.

    • @steveguy3
      @steveguy3 Рік тому +26

      ​@@CoachD77Could you imagine shattering such an expensive phone, I'd stare at a wall for days

    • @CoachD77
      @CoachD77 Рік тому +8

      @Cyan That would be horrible. I have to protect my investment. I barely go no case even if I'm in the house.

    • @mikldude9376
      @mikldude9376 Рік тому +2

      No doubt its the best performing galaxy ever , no more exynos , but I still miss the old galaxy note(RIP ) with all the old convenience features that you no longer get.
      the best of 2023 ?
      id give it maybe top 4 maybe.

    • @jackgreenwood1817
      @jackgreenwood1817 Рік тому +2

      @@mikldude9376 what features are missing compared to the notes? I'm currently looking at upgrading from my Note 20 Ultra. Had Note 9 before this and that was the best phone I've ever had.

  • @jamescroucher5658
    @jamescroucher5658 Рік тому +64

    I do love my S23 ultra, love the fact I never have to worry about the battery

    • @westerlywind1035
      @westerlywind1035 Рік тому +2

      For now

    • @smitjee
      @smitjee Рік тому +16

      ​@@westerlywind1035try again

    • @gr33z23
      @gr33z23 Рік тому

      How many hours on screen and off screen you get? I get bad performance with s21 ultra but still wanna try s23 ultra

    • @jamescroucher5658
      @jamescroucher5658 Рік тому +3

      @@gr33z23 I'd say up to 9 hours with general use

    • @jamescroucher5658
      @jamescroucher5658 Рік тому

      @@gr33z23 sorry and I am a heavy user so my battery normally lasts a day and a half

  • @Carlos-xu5zq
    @Carlos-xu5zq Рік тому +57

    I have a green 23u 256, runs like a beast, switched from the iphone 12, love how quick and snappy the ultra is!

  • @planetminecraft411
    @planetminecraft411 Рік тому +21

    The price tag is absolutely worth it for me. I love my S23 Ultra! I've even used the S-Pen as a camera shutter button.

    • @OMGtheykilledKenny42
      @OMGtheykilledKenny42 Рік тому

      I'm trading in my S21+ 256GB for $450, and got a deal on a 512gb Green Unlocked for the price of a 256.

    • @oneanime8682
      @oneanime8682 11 місяців тому

      Please can you get me one too 😭

    • @The-illuminated
      @The-illuminated 11 місяців тому

      ​@oneanime8682 I would buy you a phone.

  • @athenadixon2110
    @athenadixon2110 11 місяців тому +2

    Love the Oshi noko backgrounds. Very nice review!

  • @hollowclarity
    @hollowclarity Рік тому +14

    I bought my laptop after watching your review on HP spectre x360 , then I bought my galaxy watch 5 after your review. Now that I want to change my phone after 5 full years I can get a good s23 ultra. I did not regret any of my previous purchases. I love my laptop so much , it is perfect

    • @hollowclarity
      @hollowclarity Рік тому +3

      BTW I think I'm gonna love the huge screen. I already have galaxy S9 and the small screen is killing me. I want a big screen so I don't have to carry my laptop everywhere for every single task I want to do

  • @thechicotube96
    @thechicotube96 Рік тому +4

    Your reviews are a delight to watch! Cheers man

  • @user-ic2xn5gf5t
    @user-ic2xn5gf5t 11 місяців тому +15

    Had the iPhone 12, but I’ve decided to train this in for a massive change. I’ve never been with android , but definitely love the look and interior factors of this phone. With the insane night vision and so on, I also have seen gameplay. And it’s insane!
    Definitely can’t wait to hear a knock at the door with the phone there . Pretty excited.

    • @jrighteous1984
      @jrighteous1984 10 місяців тому

      Did you get your phone yet ? What's your impression so far ? I haven't had a Samsung phone in 15 years ..

    • @maggiewolverton1971
      @maggiewolverton1971 8 місяців тому

      ​@@jrighteous1984I came from am iPhone 14 PM and this phone puts that one to shame. It is beautiful

  • @way2go723
    @way2go723 Рік тому +13

    Just picked up my first ever Brand new Samsung phone and its the S23 Ultra 512gb.... Great deal at £950! Been an iPhone user for 10 years..... Time for a change

    • @HarrySwettenham26
      @HarrySwettenham26 Рік тому

      I just ordered mine which is arriving tomorrow. Green 512GB.
      Samsung has some great offers at the moment, too tempting to miss especially with the £200 cashback, and the free earbuds.
      I don't need the earbuds but I should be able to sell for £100 ish and reduce the cost of the phone even more.

  • @mangekyou329
    @mangekyou329 Рік тому

    did you use a screen protector? if not how did the display do with scratches etc.?

  • @jurajhrivnak4638
    @jurajhrivnak4638 10 місяців тому +1

    Your reviews are killing me :D Keep it up!

  • @irfan_nv
    @irfan_nv Рік тому +12

    this guy is the funniest techy i've ever seen🤣

  • @Nagakuren943
    @Nagakuren943 10 місяців тому

    Thank you for this review! It helped me greatly with the choice. Btw where did you get that amazing Hosino Ai picture?:D Is there a good app on mobile for high res anime wallpapers?

  • @minutemanproductions8029
    @minutemanproductions8029 Рік тому +8

    S23 Ultra is my favorite phone I've ever had and continues to blow me away still to this day, makes my iPhone 13 pro seem stale and outdated

  • @Araragi0806
    @Araragi0806 Рік тому +5

    How do you think the xperia 1 V will go against the S23U?

  • @robhaanen8267
    @robhaanen8267 Рік тому

    How is the Audio with the S23 ultra? My old S20 has a lot of static using an adapter to connect a 3.5mm jack based headphone (IEM). any issue's there?

  • @weekendwarrior8179
    @weekendwarrior8179 Рік тому +1

    Did you try the Bixby call screening?

  • @raiyanzarif591
    @raiyanzarif591 Рік тому +6

    Great review! There's one thing I don't understand. Google wallet doesn't even exist in my country, and google pay is far worse than Samsung pay or apple pay. Plus, having Bixby means Samsung can implement it's own call screening feature (something google only keeps exclusive to pixel) and modes and routines. SmartThing app is absolutely essential if you're into the Samsung ecosystem (which is the best in terms of versatility). Galaxy store, albeit a bit unnecessary, still has useful stuff like theme pack. I don't understand why reviewers absolutely loathe Samsung giving us these services.

  • @GKSchattenjaeger
    @GKSchattenjaeger 11 місяців тому +1

    The analogies were the cherry on top of this review. Had a hearty chuckle, thanks.

  • @outrospection4all
    @outrospection4all 8 місяців тому +1

    Love your reviews!

  • @MrTruckdriver66
    @MrTruckdriver66 11 місяців тому

    hi Chris , I'd like to ask one important question, do you have any info about if I'm going to use this Samsung on my motorbike, will the vibration damage the cameras? I got a XIAOMI MI10 T Pro, just recently dead the camera focus in it, due to some jam some internal parts. what do you think about it?

  • @johnbradshaw5900
    @johnbradshaw5900 9 місяців тому +8

    I am not really interested in phones but got this for two reasons. The first is I am interested in wildlife and aviation photography and travel a lot. The S23 ultra has genuinely good telephoto capabilities and has allowed me to capture loads of shots I would otherwise have missed through not carrying my mirror less camera. The camera is superb and really is very good for telephoto use, not just good 'for a phone ' but properly good. The second is the pen which I find incredibly useful. Battery life is great and the screen is fantastic. However most of what it can do is way over my head. Expensive, but excellent.

    • @philipperostin
      @philipperostin 8 місяців тому

      WTF buy a fucking camera if its all what you need !

  • @jayeshpadake8904
    @jayeshpadake8904 Рік тому

    Super duper REVIEW GR8.....already bought S23 ULTRA BLACK on launch ......got it exchanged for my FOLD 3 which was very heavy

  • @timtim1770
    @timtim1770 Рік тому +3

    Just got mine few days ago. The device is awesome. Been using note 8 for the past 4 years. Not gonna compare ofc. Bu the display is out of this world. What a machine. Will see how the rest will hold up💪

  • @emmanuelbraimoh8285
    @emmanuelbraimoh8285 Рік тому +22

    Got the 512GB of the Ultra and it is the best phone I have ever used. Extremely amazing and has never hung up on me. My favourite feature is the fact that when gaming, you can connect your phone to your charger and the power from the charger would stop charging the battery and power the phone instead, reducing temperature on the phone and increasing performance.
    That blew my mind.
    Love it

    • @M_Hass
      @M_Hass Рік тому +3

      I didn't know S23U got bypass charging features lol.😅

    • @janetsibulinjase3043
      @janetsibulinjase3043 11 місяців тому

      How do I do this, just got one?

    • @bulotazzz
      @bulotazzz 6 місяців тому

      Sony xperia had this feature for years lol.

  • @hollowclarity
    @hollowclarity 11 місяців тому +2

    A while ago I commented that I bought my laptop and watch from your review, I got my galaxy s23 ultra yesterday, it is crazy good, so goooooood

  • @oneminutewonder77
    @oneminutewonder77 Рік тому +11

    Honestly I still think that the S22U is overlooked. I know it had it's share of battery issues when the 8G1 launched. It has gotten significantly better though after all of the updates. I've had days that I can get upwards of 9 hours with the screen on.

    • @shepherdkamumvuri1662
      @shepherdkamumvuri1662 Рік тому +1

      I have the SD S22 Ultra...it's a beast. Battery life is now great after ONE UI 5.1 updates. It's now very smooth as well.

    • @b0nsta
      @b0nsta Рік тому

      I have the SD version s22U also. Contemplating upgrading as I can now get the s23u 256gb for £699 on current deals thru cashback and trade-in of any old phone

  • @bd007gaming
    @bd007gaming Рік тому

    Love you and your reviews

  • @PaulfromMNL
    @PaulfromMNL 11 місяців тому

    love you chris! thank you for this

  • @JackyThamGK
    @JackyThamGK 11 місяців тому

    1:58 where u get the Ruby wallpaper??? i need those cool things too! 🤔🤔🤙🤙

  • @rezashamsi2844
    @rezashamsi2844 Рік тому

    Dude, where do u get those wallpapers from?

  • @lumtey561
    @lumtey561 Рік тому +6

    I have had my s23 ultra for a week and it's amazing best phone yet .

  • @smitjee
    @smitjee Рік тому +1

    Been having this beast for 3,5 months. best phone i ever had.
    p.s get well lad, you sound pretty sick.

  • @dalesheldoniii7451
    @dalesheldoniii7451 10 місяців тому

    What's the app u said to add for the Samsung camera I can't find it

  • @hokhenglee3200
    @hokhenglee3200 Рік тому

    I haven't an issue when taking a picture infront of the computer screen, the image seems to be blurred. Have you ever experienced it or known how to fix it. Really appreciate your help.

  • @GuantaiN
    @GuantaiN Рік тому +1

    Insightful as always... The dig at my mum was a nice touch.

  • @maggieklatt7912
    @maggieklatt7912 5 місяців тому +1

    I've had my Samsung Galaxy S9+ for 5 or 6 years now and that is from having an iPhone 6. I use to have all Apple products as their "ecosystem", if you will, requires it. Since switching to all Android products it stuns me that people still love Apple products. Android is more superior in regards to versatility of OS and also pairing product options. I just purchased the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and can't wait. My phone company, for early Boxing Day sale, is paying $800.00 of new phone and when checking out the iPhone 15 Pro Max they had almost no sale coverage. I'm not hating on Apple products I just don't get the hype. Yes, 10-15 years ago they were the obvious go too but now Android seems better and seems to have better sales. Thank-you for your review!

  • @guillermoalmonte6631
    @guillermoalmonte6631 11 місяців тому

    Which version do you recommend, the 256gb vs 512gb of course with 12 ram, I plan to last at least four years with the mobile, I only record video for the networks and then delete it, I use few applications and I don't play only photos.

  • @UTUBEFREAK1974
    @UTUBEFREAK1974 Рік тому +5

    Just upgraded from the note 20, good improvements especially the camera. 👍

  • @markosalevic9726
    @markosalevic9726 Рік тому +2

    i have s23 ultra 512 version and love it very much. the only drawback is that it is not a little smaller and that the system does not have more animations, widgets and such small things. otherwise the phone is brutal. if i were to trade it would be for the new sony 1v or the powerful huawei p60 pro

  • @Tackyauto
    @Tackyauto 11 місяців тому +1

    Waiting on mine - Due next week and coming from a 12 Pro Max. Excited :)

  • @neekaphillipstaliesintoo8790

    got my s23 ultra yesterday, wasnt planning on it, but the watch 5 pro is linked to my wheelchair power assist so it wasnt gonne be long before i went full kit shaky shaky on it. huawei pro 2 for earbuds or galaxy pro 2?

  • @christinaroberts633
    @christinaroberts633 3 місяці тому +1

    Love all of your videos as you're not biased like Marquis the Apple lover is and I really appreciate your in depth analysis on phones along with your wonderful sense of humor sir please keep up the awesome work.

  • @bhargavmhatre6654
    @bhargavmhatre6654 11 місяців тому +1

    Where you get those wallpapers from

  • @AntoniusEG
    @AntoniusEG Рік тому

    The wallpaper looks great! From where got it?

  • @learnmathwithme3864
    @learnmathwithme3864 Рік тому

    Hi, I am in the market for a new phone, upgrading from an iPhone 5. Anyhow, was wondering if the s23 ultra allows us to use apps like one note /zoom meetings, and make use the stylus for writing on the screen during the meetings., and sharing the contents with others present.

  • @velocityhdmi8140
    @velocityhdmi8140 5 місяців тому

    Where'd you'd get that ai hoshino art from I can't find it anywhere

  • @hasanmir
    @hasanmir 10 місяців тому +12

    I bought an s23 ultra a few days ago and I cannot believe how amazing this phone is. I'm spending half of my day just marveling over how great this phone is.

    • @ebaystars
      @ebaystars 9 місяців тому +4

      what are you doing in the other half??? 🙂

    • @hasanmir
      @hasanmir 9 місяців тому +7

      @@ebaystars Writing comments on youtube about how great the phone is!

  • @Dangerous-Boy
    @Dangerous-Boy Рік тому

    Hey what is that X app? That can get rid of shadows

  • @deanharrison162
    @deanharrison162 11 місяців тому

    1 year left on my tesco s20 plus contract and i was offered to pay 200 upfront for the s23ultra .... i know ive paid a lot upfront but it works out to be 15quid a month cheaper....very happy with the cost..
    Thanks for the review baldy

  • @ahmedelgendi5113
    @ahmedelgendi5113 Рік тому

    Which place is it with the windmill at 12:40 please?

  • @wendyhopkins2902
    @wendyhopkins2902 Рік тому +3

    Got mine in lavender at the launch 512Gb and got delivered early absolutely a stonking phone , and the real bonus was the trade in price for my S21 ultra , never get that amount from Apple 🍎 ever 😀

  • @BMW-sd6nn
    @BMW-sd6nn Рік тому +7

    I just got the regular s23 with 256 gig storage and it's incredible, upgraded from the s10 which I loved.

    • @DJL210397
      @DJL210397 11 місяців тому

      How have you found the Size difference coming from the s10? I'm considering the same swap

    • @BMW-sd6nn
      @BMW-sd6nn 11 місяців тому +2

      @@DJL210397 I got it because they are very similar size wise, I like smaller phones and it's perfect for me tbh

  • @don300100
    @don300100 Рік тому

    What about Display defect?? Do your s23U have ?

  • @bamaboyburns8079
    @bamaboyburns8079 Рік тому +2

    Had mine for over a month and I'm still very happy I usually trade once a year but this is one ill hold on to for a while atleast a couple of years imo this is the phone of the year you get so much for the money even tho it's expensive I think you get your moneys worth

  • @saqibakbar2026
    @saqibakbar2026 Рік тому

    What about the Honor Magic 5 Pro as an alternative/competitor?

  • @vamsikrishna2839
    @vamsikrishna2839 Рік тому

    Plz tell me were you downloaded that first wallpaper

  • @txkingg
    @txkingg Рік тому +3

    I'm glad I switched out my fold 4 for the s23 ultra, battery life is good when you get all the options correct

  • @Muciatneh
    @Muciatneh 10 місяців тому

    Where do you get your wallpapers

  • @hardcorerider4341
    @hardcorerider4341 Рік тому

    Tech spurt i am torn between s23 ultra or magic 5 pro .. i decide to skim Xiaomi 13pro..
    But what to get ..s23 ultra or magic 5pro ?
    Need to get one this week.
    Help plssss

  • @graviti4free
    @graviti4free Рік тому +1

    Upgraded from Galaxy Note 9, beautiful device! The only gripe is changing the position of volume and spen

  • @kevbecks
    @kevbecks Рік тому +15

    still using s22 ultra , a beast phone 😉

    • @garybunting3035
      @garybunting3035 Рік тому +2

      Same here, I'll wait till the s25 comes out before I upgrade 🤣🤣

    • @Christoph-sd3zi
      @Christoph-sd3zi Рік тому

      ​@@garybunting3035 or until I can trade in my S22 Ultra for a S23 Ultra for only $100 like when I upgraded to the S22U during a Best Buy sale.

    • @kevbecks
      @kevbecks Рік тому

      @@garybunting3035 hahaha great 😁

    • @vicati7536
      @vicati7536 Рік тому

      ​@@Christoph-sd3zi I just did that with at&t they Gave me 1200 bucks for s23 ultra 512gb for my s22 ultra 512gb only paid $100 bucks tax

  • @andrewscott4712
    @andrewscott4712 Рік тому +43

    The ability to zoom to x100 is superb even if it's just to look at stuff and not for photos.

    • @Scouten819
      @Scouten819 Рік тому +6

      Agreed it was the whole reason I got an s21 ultra. Was able to read the tail number on a low flying plane with it. Can't live without it

    • @Uzeless
      @Uzeless 11 місяців тому +1

      Is that digital x100 or optical x100?

    • @andrewscott4712
      @andrewscott4712 11 місяців тому

      @@Uzeless I think it's 10 optical, 100 digital.

    • @blitzer25blitz62
      @blitzer25blitz62 10 місяців тому

      s21u until s23u all have same tele config, ultrawide with AF( samsung's middle finger to those phones with dedicated macro lens), wide with ois, 3x tele ois and 10x periscope ois. so yeah optical at 3x, more😊 then 3x it start digital zooming using tele 3x, starting at 10x only it uses that periscope. as a s22u owner i find that the image produced is usable up until 30x, more than that just for looking up

    • @jordanjackson8873
      @jordanjackson8873 7 місяців тому

      ​@@blitzer25blitz62nah? I've seen people use the 100x zoom to catch footage at basketball games from the nosebleeds. I've even been able to catch footage like that myself when I had my s10 and it definitely wasn't the worst. Go look up the videos for yourself.

  • @boxfullofneutral8514
    @boxfullofneutral8514 Рік тому +8

    The 8 gen 2 compared to the Exynos is a total game changer.

  • @glenyshanlon5112
    @glenyshanlon5112 10 місяців тому +2

    Was thinking of getting one sounds like i just made my mind up looks and sounds Amazing phone great review 👌

  • @ljuba4
    @ljuba4 Рік тому +1

    Why you didn't mention Honor Magic 5 Pro instead of Xiaomi 13 pro and Pixel 7 pro? 🤔

  • @kma86
    @kma86 11 місяців тому +4

    On most reviews, or even all of the once that I’ve came across for that matter - I can see in the comments that people made a cross from iOS to Android because of the S23 Ultra. Ironically, I made the switch as well without really knowing the true potential of the phone or to even know that it was THAT good to begin with, because honestly it was an impulse buy after playing around with the phone’s camera at a tech store 😂. I said to my wife, “wow honey, look how powerful this camera is!” lol.
    It felt like I jumped ship just at the right moment, to a great phone. Greater specs, and most importantly- finally, better projection for software updates.
    Nothing against iOS though as I find the app support - although costly if compared to Android, is much better. For example, the Document app by Readdle at the moment is only exclusively for iOS and I’m gonna miss it a lot. And I miss iMovie.
    But for someone who has been an iSheep for years, not wanting to consider Android anymore even once, this is a surprising shift even for myself 😂.

  • @jmachats
    @jmachats 8 місяців тому +2

    You don't have to worry about losing the S Pen - in settings you can set the phone to alert if you pick it up and leave the pen behind

  • @CristianGarcia-vd1it
    @CristianGarcia-vd1it Рік тому +1

    I love my s23 ultra but hate how they limit the use of flash on the ultra wide camera. I should be allowed to choose if i do or don't want to use it.

  • @Buffinator1988
    @Buffinator1988 Рік тому +21

    Just get a screen protector.
    I have this phone and it's great...
    But the screen does pick-up micro scratches really easily.
    I think the gorilla glass is very shatter proof, but at the expense of being slightly softer, which makes it prone to light scratches.
    Samsung should ship this from the factory with a protector applied like some other manufacturers are doing.

    • @brainloop99
      @brainloop99 Рік тому

      ​@DailyTwitchHighlights my man, it's literally gorilla glass victus 2

    • @mikldude9376
      @mikldude9376 Рік тому +1

      @@brainloop99 and last years victus one was supposed to be the bees knees , but one of the reviewers on camera dropped his 22 ultra on his table from 12 inches high on the curved display and it cracked , and the commenter is right , being more shatter resistant does make them more pliable in a drop but softer for scratches.

    • @smitjee
      @smitjee Рік тому

      it's not shatter proof, watch the droptests.

    • @smitjee
      @smitjee Рік тому

      @@brainloop99 does not matter.

    • @andyH_England
      @andyH_England Рік тому +1

      In the three months I have owned one, I have tried four screen protectors, which all suck. I hate curved displays for that reason, and, of course, they are stupid as they are much weaker when you drop them on those curves. What is their point?

  • @sharonp2773
    @sharonp2773 6 місяців тому

    Hi @tech spurt
    , i just wanna say you have come so far in your reviewing, you make me laugh so much with your quibs, love ya x

  • @professorcalazans
    @professorcalazans Рік тому +3

    I got S23 ultra since launch and I can say this is the best mobile phone I've ever had!!!! My previous phone iphone 13 pro.

  • @Mr.Coffee576
    @Mr.Coffee576 Рік тому

    Can you do a long term review of base S23 ?

  • @user-ic1vo4qv5z
    @user-ic1vo4qv5z Рік тому

    where you find this wallpaper?
    can you tell plzz

  • @radioclash84
    @radioclash84 Рік тому +2

    Few things. After years of using budget phones and going to this was an epic Wow! Moment. I think it is totally worth the extra bucks. Also Samsung Uk are always doing promotions so you will always get some money off or some vouchers. They gave me a 300 pounds Adidas voucher, on top of my niece's student discount 😊 the size? It took me some time to get used to but now after 1 and half months of usage I don't notice it anymore. The camera was the main reason i got this phone for but it has been such a pleasurable experience all round. Thank you for your review Techspurt !
    One last thing, after seeing so many reviews of this phone online i was totally expecting for people to constantly inquire about my new phone 😂 Honestly, no one seems to know about this phone in real life. Which is ok but i found that so peculiar.

  • @edgardumea
    @edgardumea 11 місяців тому

    how about more details on the fingerprint scanner? i had nothing but trouble with the s21's ultra performance for reading my damn fingers and forgetting them on occasion. How's the s23 on this part?

    • @adamski101
      @adamski101 10 місяців тому +1

      It's pony. I hate it. Works maybe 4 out of 10 times for me.

  • @superiortoall22
    @superiortoall22 Рік тому +17

    I have the green S23U 257gb; fantastic phone, paired with my Galaxy Watch 5, I’ve enjoyed it immensely. Would I use it as my daily driver? No, but it’s the closest I’d turn to android from my iPhone. Nice job Samsung

    • @ivanpetrov7379
      @ivanpetrov7379 Рік тому

      You mind shearing what do you use as daily driver over the s23 ultra and why ?

    • @superiortoall22
      @superiortoall22 Рік тому +4

      @@ivanpetrov7379 I use an iPhone 14 Pro Max as my daily driver. Couple reasons, the first is that I’m American so texting is the main source of communication and unfortunately traditional SMS falls far short of iMessage in terms of functionality; if I was anywhere else and using third party messaging apps then I’d use the S23U as my daily driver. Second would be ecosystem; I have both ecosystems for both phones, in fact I have a lot more devices for Samsung than I do my Apple stuff, however I find that my Apple ecosystem works a smidge smoother and offers more options for app support. Last would be the camera and video; S23U takes some amazing photos but the downside, even with the newest update would be the shutter lag. I have a new baby and taking photos with the S23U I found that with a squirming baby, I got a lot of blurry photos, with iPhone, it’s not 100% but I get photos I want the first time. Video on iPhone is still king too, I prefer the video over S23U, even with the 8K which you can only use if you’re sitting still (any movement kind of just distorts it).
      If I was anywhere else besides the US for vacay or work my number one choice would be the S23U, so definitely based on location rather than which phone is better.

    • @MetaDataAutomation
      @MetaDataAutomation Рік тому +2

      @@superiortoall22 I'm curious about the iMessage comments. I live in Australia so maybe it's just not something that is over here, but what really is the difference? I had a iPhone before upgrade the this one, and I don't notice anything different about sending messages from either phone? Probably the only thing I will say is if you send pics in iMessage I think they stay as high res - but andiod the quality of pics goes to shit... But I don't really go sending photos over sms that much and just use FB messenger if I do

    • @oneanime8682
      @oneanime8682 11 місяців тому

      Please can I have your s23ultra please 😭

  • @philipanderson9434
    @philipanderson9434 6 місяців тому

    You do the best reviews ever.

  • @IanG666
    @IanG666 Рік тому +3

    Love my Green S23U 512Gb and perfomance was a big step up from the S22U I had. Battery life is epic

    • @miroslavfreerider3439
      @miroslavfreerider3439 Рік тому

      Do you installed the updates? I updated 2 and battery dies so quick. Losing 30% in 1h30

    • @IanG666
      @IanG666 Рік тому

      @@miroslavfreerider3439 Fully updated and battery life is still fine. Might be worth trying a full reset of your phone then if still the same speak to where you bought it as it could be faulty?

    • @miroslavfreerider3439
      @miroslavfreerider3439 Рік тому

      @Ian Gillespie Thank you for answer 🙏

  • @turtle-Alchemist
    @turtle-Alchemist 7 місяців тому

    Upgraded from a very glitchy Exynos S22U when I obliterated the screen. The first day, and it's already showing it is a much better phone. Loving the squared of sides, much easier to hold with a disabled hand.

  • @deminisherxy5328
    @deminisherxy5328 Рік тому

    Can you pleeeease review the nubia z50?
    Its china only but its the cheapest snapdragon 8 gen 2 and definitely worth the coverage,and it barely has compromises

  • @DJESHGAMING
    @DJESHGAMING Рік тому

    Every time they upgrade the glass to a better, newer and stronger version they just make it thinner to reduce weight resulting in easy scratches every single time. I have a 2 year old oppo find x3 pro that had its factory installed protector come off more than one year ago and it has been in my pocket since, with keys and stuff and ZERO scratches.

  • @xarijackson
    @xarijackson Рік тому +2

    This review and the comments have me ready to upgrade from my S21 😅 I didn't realize I was that far behind lmao

  • @geofflittler2035
    @geofflittler2035 Рік тому

    Fantastic review which tells a lot. Can I chance my arm with a rather silly question. I have a 6 month old Z Fold 4 which is the 1TB version. Would it be worth swapping for the S23 Ultra?

    • @MrArmorcat
      @MrArmorcat Рік тому

      Aren't you happy with the Fold? I would personally Upgrade maybe in like 2 to 4 years. The performance should be more than enough no? Also you go a bit ass Screen for reading which is nice.

    • @geofflittler2035
      @geofflittler2035 Рік тому +1

      @@MrArmorcat I really do like it a lot. Now for the inevitable BUT moment. I am using my phone all day long usually without the luxury of being able to charge it. If I use it with the main screen then it is asking a bit much to expect to get a full business day out of the battery. I am therefore usually pushed down the road of having to use it on front screen only. Typing on the front screen is very much hit and miss as the keys are forced so close together that I am usually having to retype excessively. If the Fold had a better battery or was the, same size as a regular mobile when folded I would not contemplate anything else. As it currently stands I need to seek an alternative. I know that the Fold 5 is due to land maybe in the next 8 weeks. Rumours, are though that it will be the, same size when folded as the Fold 4 and this puts me back to where I am currently situated. Unless of course there are, significant battery improvements.

  • @bxbygirllnik7685
    @bxbygirllnik7685 7 місяців тому +1

    You really need to do a s23 fe review too

  • @AverageSensei
    @AverageSensei Рік тому +1

    6:23 yeah... Lost mine on the first 3 days of having it, I was sketching a blueprint for one of my projects while at a Starbucks and I remember going to the bathroom and then heading home, then 15 minutes later notice the pen icon in the notification bar. I went back but it was gone. So I bought a new one and now I have the setting were it reminds you that the s pen is not in the phone. Also I had one of the exclusive colors vit they don't have s pen replacements for those colors so my black s pen stands out on my red phone.

  • @konradc12
    @konradc12 Рік тому +1

    One thing I can say about using a Samsung Galaxy, S20FE 5G in my case, is that I don't need to upload third party apps like photo and video editing, built QR scanner to name a few. I am looking at the getting the S23 Ultra as my next phone. I am already in the Samsung eco system. There is a UK seller with small discounts on some colours.

    • @HarrySwettenham26
      @HarrySwettenham26 Рік тому

      I have the FE 5G and I have just ordered the green 512GB S23 Ultra.
      Samsung has some great offers at the moment with free earbuds and £200 cashback. It was hard not to consider it. Plus the 0% financing is an added bonus.

  • @bentreath416
    @bentreath416 10 місяців тому

    I'm hopefully going to get one at the end of September

  • @bassgrinder1335
    @bassgrinder1335 Рік тому +18

    I am totally excited about my S23U. By far the best smartphone I've bought so far. What I wish for in the future would be a flat display and maybe a front camera under the display if that works without any loss of quality. then it would really be perfect. for the next few years, the S23U will do it for now.

    • @shanesonn
      @shanesonn 11 місяців тому +1

      I love the curved display personally

  • @M3TALD3MON
    @M3TALD3MON 11 місяців тому +4

    Got the Phantom Black 1 TB model, and I absolutely love it. Best phone I've had in years 👌

  • @darkagentJAY111
    @darkagentJAY111 11 місяців тому +1

    Samsung's ultimate idol no sama for 2023. 🌟

  • @morkiie8305
    @morkiie8305 10 місяців тому

    Ive got an a52s 5g, should i wait to get an s24 Ultra or get the s23 Ultra?

  • @jkim0001
    @jkim0001 Рік тому

    Hope you enjoyed your trip to Seoul!

  • @KubaKonst
    @KubaKonst 11 місяців тому +1

    Give me link to that wallpaper :(

  • @nickogram8001
    @nickogram8001 9 місяців тому +1

    good review , definitely my next phone, always been a sony xperia men , lets see if i have made the right choice