Samsung Galaxy S23 5G

Samsung Galaxy S23 5G in Kenya

The Samsung Galaxy S23 price in Kenya is Ksh 97,000, depending on the memory variant. This high-performance premium phone features a highly responsive 6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED with high resolution and brightness for seamless scrolling and viewing experience. The S23 has a glass front and back with Gorilla Glass protection and aluminum frames that ensure durability. You get a large 8G RAM and up to 256GB ROM with UFS support. A triple rear camera housing a 50MP wide, 10MP Telephoto, and 12MP ultrawide cameras record videos up to 8k@24fps. There is also a 12MP selfie camera for vivid and natural-looking selfies that records videos up to 4k@60fps.

Peak performance is guaranteed with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. This processor runs with an Octa-core CPU and the  Adreno 740 GPU. Powering this high-performance device is a 3900 Li-Ion built-in battery charger using a 25W wired with PD 2.0, 15W Qi wireless, or 4.5W reverse wireless charger.  The S23 supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, satellite navigation, and stereo loudspeakers. The phone supports dual nano sim on standby mode and 5G network connectivity, plus an in-display fingerprint sensor, optical sensors, Proximity, accelerometer, and gyro sensors. The S23 with the Samsun Knox and Samsung DeX features. The phone is available in 6 color variants: Phantom Black, Cream, Green, Lavender, Graphite, and Lime. Get yours today at Phoneprice Kenya.

Samsung Galaxy S23 5G Specifications

Feature	Specs
Brand	Samsung
Model	Samsung Galaxy S23
Announced Released	February 1, 2023 February 17, 2023
Price	KSh 97,000 – KSh 126,500
RAM	8GB
Internal Storage	128GB (UFS 3.1), 256GB
SD Card Slot	No
Weight	209g
Dimensions	146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6mm (5.76 x 2.79 x 0.30 in)
Display Type	Dynamic AMOLED 2x
Screen Resolution	1080×2340 pixels resolution, 425PPI density
Refresh Rate	120Hz
Display Size	6.1 inches (86.8%)
Brightness	1200nits (HBM), 150nits (Peak)
Protection	Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Operating System	Android 13, One UI core 5.1 upgradable to Android 14
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen2 (4nm)
CPU Speed	Octa-core (1×3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 &2×2.8 GHz Corte-A715 &2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3×2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU	Adreno 740
Camera	Rear Camera 50MP of f/1.8wide, PDAF, OIS 10MP f/2.4, 75mm Telephoto, PDAF, 3x optical zoom 12MP f/2.2, 1200 Ultrawide, Super-steady video Video recording up to 8k@24/30fps. LED Flash, HDR, Panorama, Autofocus Selfie Camera 12MP, f/2.4, 26mm wide, Dual Pixel PDAF Video recording up to 4k@60fps. Dual video call, Auto-HDR, HDR10+
Network	GSM, HPSA, LTE, 5G
SIM Card	Nano Dual SIM
3.5mm jack	No, 32-bit/384kHz Audio, Tuned by AKG.
Bluetooth	Yes, 5.3, A2DP, LE
GPS	Yes. Equipped with GLONASS, GPS, A-GPS, and GALILEO
Loudspeaker	Yes, Stereo Speakers
Wi-Fi & WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band Wi-Fi Direct Hotspot
USB	USB Type-C  3.2, OTG
NFC	Yes
Radio	No
Sensor	In-display/ultrasonic fingerprint, accelerometer, proximity, Compass, Gyro, Samsung DeX
Battery	Li-Ion 3900 mAh, non-removable
Fast Charging	Wired Fast charging 25W, PD 2.0 15W Qi wireless 4.5W reverse wireless
Color	Phantom Black, Cream, Green, Lavender, Graphite, Lime
Others	Samsung Knox Security System, Samsung DeX

Design and Physical Attributes

Samsung S23 is crafted in a beautiful and easy-to-grasp design that speaks of class and style. At the top, you get the SIM card slot; on the right are the volume and power buttons, while the bottom houses the USB-C port and speakers. The phone has rounded edges around a rectangular body measuring 7.6m thick with 209g weight. The FE has a glass back and front made from recycled material and protected by Gorilla Glass. You also get armor aluminum frames that ensure peace of mind and durability.

The display is a 6.1-inch, 120Hz highly responsive Dynamic AMOLED with multitouch capability and HDR10+ for an immersive viewing experience.  With a 120Hz refresh rate, scrolling through the phone, gaming, and opening the apps has never been faster and better than this. The interactive display also has a high resolution of 1080×2340 pixels with 425PPI density for clear and detailed views. The screen has an eye comfort shield that protects your eyes from the blue light and a vision booster, which, together with 1750nit brightness, enables stainless daytime viewing. To add to the durability, the phone has an IP68 water and dust resistance rating that gives you the confidence you need to use the phone anywhere. Choose from the Phantom Black, Cream, Green, Lavender, Graphite, and Lime colors to complement your style and personality.

Performance

Processor and Operating System

Samsung S23 is the phone that ensures you can perform all your tasks and play games at top speed without lags. This is courtesy of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, peak-performance processors that ensure you can run the apps smoothly but still save on power. The SoC has a 64-bit Octa-core CPU and Adreno 740 GPU. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is embedded with the One UI 5.1 custom UI based on Android 13 for a more personalized and customizable smartphone experience, including wallpapers, updates, fonts, and features that reflect your personality.  Generally, the Samsung Galaxy S23 can multitask and play high-end games thanks to the phone’s software.

Battery

Powering the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a 3900mAh Li-Po built-in battery. This long-lasting battery ensures your phone stays powered throughout the day, enabling you to perform all your tasks without worry. When you need to recharge, you are presented with a 25W wired charger with PD and a 15W Qi wireless charger to get you back to business.  The phone comes with a USB C 2.0 cable to charge your phone within the shortest time possible. Concentrate more on your phone experience and productivity and less on charging.

Memory

The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has ample storage space to enable you to save your files and install the apps you need to keep you updated. The phone comes with 8GB RAM supported by either 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB of internal storage. Although the phone lacks a microSD Card slot to expand memory, the available variants are sufficient.

Camera

Every minute of your life is worth keeping, and what better way to do that than taking photos or recording them? Samsung Galaxy S23 presents you with awesome choices of high-resolution cameras for vivid and detailed images that bring all moments to life. Starting with the rear camera, you get a 50MP f/1.8 wide camera with PDAF and OIS for reduced noise and epic shots, a 10MP f/2.4, 70mm Telephoto with PDAF, OIS, and 3x optical zoom, and a 12MP f/2.2, 120⁰ Ultrawide camera for taking photos at different angles. The rear camera can record videos of up to 8k@24fps for quality professional videos. Then there is a 12MP, f/2.4, 26mm wide front camera for those natural-looking yet clear selfies that capture the real you. You can record videos of 4k@60fps using the front camera for your TikTok, YouTube, or other content-related videos. Other additional camera features include:

Nightography: This feature enables you to capture vivid moments at reduced noise and more colors at low light.

Photo Remaster: Editing photos has never been easier than this. Edit old-looking or blurry images and give them a new look and life with the Photo remaster.

Portrait Mode: Portrait mode is here to help you edit your selfies and make them appear explicit. Blur the background and let the focus be on you using this feature.

Connectivity and Comms

Samsung Galaxy S23 is a 5G-enabled smartphone that supports dual sim on stand-by mode. With 5G capabilities, surfing the internet and downloading and uploading files while staying connected is easier, even in areas with poor connections. Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 enables you to connect to the internet directly, create a hotspot for your friends or other devices, or use the USB C cable for tethering.

Connecting the phone with other devices, sharing data, and transacting is also easier. The phone has Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and a USB C cable to enable this. Although there is no audio jack, these features are critical in helping you connect and enjoy high-quality audio, whether listening to music, watching videos, or gaming, thanks to the AKG Tuning feature. The phone also has stereo speakers for quality sound output, enabling calls, music, videos, and gaming.

Biometrics and Sensors

You are assured of your phone’s safety and privacy thanks to the in-display/ultrasonic fingerprint scanner. This is a convenient and easy-to-use feature for unlocking your phone. Additionally, virtual proximity, accelerometer, gyro, and compass sensors help you understand your phone status and enhance functionality.

Navigation

Technological advancement means the world has become smaller and things are easier. The S23 has satellite navigation features with navigation systems, enabling you to find your way around, explore, and find your devices easily. There are GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, and BDS systems, which work with the help of Google Maps and other directional features to make your life much easier.

Other Features

Samsung Knox

Keep sensitive information safe with the Samsung Knox security system. Health data, passwords, and financial data saved to your phone are private, and the feature helps keep them safe by preventing access through antimalware and fraud.

Samsung DeX

Connect your phone to other devices like a TV, PC, or monitor and use it as a desktop for a better desktop experience. You can also connect a mouse or keyboard and continue enjoying your phone on your PC.

Pros and Cons of the Galaxy S23

Hits

• Study and appealing design
• Immersive 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED
• Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection on the back and front
• High-performance and power-efficient processor
• Latest One UI 5.1, Android 13 OS
• High-capacity storage
• 5G enabled.
• Supports Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and Wi-Fi
• Samsung Knox and DeX features
• IP68 Water and dust-resistant
• Quality cameras with up to 8k video recording
• Capable battery with wired and wireless charging

Misses

• Lacks the expandable microSD Card slot
• No radio or audio jack

Unboxing

In the box, you will find:

• Samsung Galaxy S23 FE phone
• Sim ejector tool
• USB C cable
• Quick Guide

Verdict

What the Galaxy S23 brings is a superior phone meant to make your work and play as simple as it may be. Thanks to the processor and quality cameras, the phone operates within an ecosystem that allows you to explore and create. Compared to other phones in the series, like the S23 FE, the phone has more memory variants and better display features. Overall, the Galaxy S23 fits its class as a high-end smartphone designed to fulfill your smartphone needs.

Alternative Handsets

• Samsung Galaxy S23+
• Xiaomi 13T
• Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
• Apple iPhone 15
• Google Pixel 8

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