Galaxy S23 vs OnePlus Nord N20 SE

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

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Samsung · 2023

Galaxy S23

79/ 100

Launch MSRP$799 USD

OnePlus

OnePlus Nord N20 SE

79/ 100

Launch MSRPPricing on request

WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS OnePlus Nord N20 SE BETTER THAN Galaxy S23?

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Galaxy S23

OnePlus Nord N20 SEWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

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SPEC FACTOR	Galaxy S23	OnePlus Nord	LEADER
Refresh Rate	120Hz	120Hz	120Hz
Battery Capacity	3,900 mAh	5,000 mAh	+5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	25W	Standard	25W
Main Camera Sensor	50 MP	50 MP	50 MP
Screen Display Size	6.1"	6.56"	6.56"
Chassis Weight	168g	N/A	168g Lightest

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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy S23:

✓831g lighter chassis (168g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
✓$9200 lower launch MSRP ($799 vs $9999)
✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

Reasons to buy OnePlus Nord N20 SE:

✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+1,100 mAh more capacity)
✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
✓6.56" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification	Galaxy S23	OnePlus Nord N20 SE
1. Display & Screen🏆 Galaxy S23 Wins Display
Screen Type & Tech	Dynamic AMOLED 2X	AMOLED
Screen Size	6.1"	6.56"
Resolution & Density	2340x1080 (425 ppi)	FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate	120 Hz ProMotion	120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	1,750 nits peak	N/A
Screen Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Galaxy S23 Wins Performance
Chipset / Processor	High performance SoC	MT6765G Helio G35
CPU Cores	Multi-core high performance	Multi-core high performance
GPU Graphics	Integrated Graphics	Integrated Graphics
Operating System	Android 13	Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	8 GB LPDDR	4 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage	128GB / 256GB	128 GB
Storage Speed	High-speed flash	High-speed flash
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy S23 Wins Camera
Primary Camera	50 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Samsung GN3	50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom	10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OIS	None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	12 MP, f/2.2	N/A
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
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 Lens	12 MP, f/2.2	12 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy S23 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions	146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm	N/A
Weight	168 g	N/A
Build Materials	Glass front, metal/glass frame	Glass front, metal/glass frame
SIM Type	Nano-SIM / eSIM support	Nano-SIM / eSIM support
Water Resistance	IP68	Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 OnePlus Nord N20 SE Wins Battery
Battery Capacity	3,900 mAh	5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	25W wired fast charging	Fast charging
Wireless Charging	15W wireless charging	Not supported
Reverse Charging	Reverse wireless charging	Reverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Stereo speakers	Stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 6E	Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth	5.3	Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & Speed	USB-C 3.2	USB Type-C
NFC	Yes (contactless payment)	Yes
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite Features	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Standard finishes	Standard finishes
Launch Price	$799	Price on request

Editorial Lab Verdict

OnePlus Nord N20 SE edges ahead with a BeastScore of 79.3/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, OnePlus Nord N20 SE ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose Galaxy S23:

Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)

When to choose OnePlus Nord N20 SE:

Higher overall BeastScore: 79.3 vs top rival 78.8 · Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+1,100 mAh more)

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy S23 vs OnePlus Nord N20 SE

Which is better: Galaxy S23 or OnePlus Nord N20 SE?

OnePlus Nord N20 SE leads with an overall BeastScore of 79.3/100 compared to Galaxy S23 (78.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 79.3 vs top rival 78.8 and Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+1,100 mAh more).