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Galaxy S23 Ultra vs OnePlus 13s

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

Smartphone Battle
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Galaxy S23 Ultra
· 2023

Galaxy S23 Ultra

$1199
87.8/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
87.8
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera100/100
Battery86/100
OnePlus 13s
· 2025

OnePlus 13s

$699
88.5/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
88.5
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera91/100
Battery94/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy S23 Ultra:
  • ✓200MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.8" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy OnePlus 13s:
  • ✓49g lighter chassis (185g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$500 lower launch MSRP ($699 vs $1199)
  • ✓Larger 5,850 mAh battery capacity (+850 mAh more capacity)

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationGalaxy S23 UltraOnePlus 13s
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechDynamic AMOLED 2XLTPO AMOLED
Screen Size6.8"6.32"
Resolution & Density3088x1440 (500 ppi)2640x1216 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,200 nits peak1,600 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 13Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB12 GB
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GB256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera200 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Samsung HP250 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Sony LYT-700
Telephoto Zoom10 MP (10x optical zoom), f/4.9, OIS50 MP (2x optical zoom), f/2
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/2.232 MP, f/2.4
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm150.8 x 71.7 x 8.2 mm
Weight234 g185 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68IP65
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,850 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast charging80W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging15W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7
Bluetooth5.35.4
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB-C 3.2
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$1199$699
Editorial Lab Verdict

OnePlus 13s edges ahead with a BeastScore of 88.5/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, OnePlus 13s ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 91/100 camera rating.

When to buy Galaxy S23 Ultra:
Higher resolution main sensor: 200 MP vs max 50 MP · Brighter screen: 2,200 nits peak vs 1,600 nits
When to buy OnePlus 13s:
Higher overall BeastScore: 88.5 vs top rival 87.8 · Larger battery capacity: 5,850 mAh (+850 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy S23 Ultra vs OnePlus 13s

Which phone is better: Galaxy S23 Ultra or OnePlus 13s?

OnePlus 13s leads with an overall BeastScore of 88.5/100 compared to Galaxy S23 Ultra (87.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 88.5 vs top rival 87.8 and Larger battery capacity: 5,850 mAh (+850 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy S23 Ultra and OnePlus 13s?

Galaxy S23 Ultra is equipped with a 6.8-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while OnePlus 13s features a 6.32-inch display and 5850 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy S23 Ultra and OnePlus 13s?

In lab hardware evaluations, Galaxy S23 Ultra scores 100/100 in camera performance, while OnePlus 13s scores 91/100.

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