Side-by-side technical data
Motorola Edge Plus 2023 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Comparison between Motorola Edge Plus 2023 and Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Motorola and Samsung.
The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | Edge Plus 2023 | Galaxy S23 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 8.3 | 8.0 |
| Performance & hardware | 8.2 | 8.2 |
| Camera | 8.1 | 8.8 |
| Connectivity | 8.0 | 8.5 |
| Battery & charging | 8.6 | 7.7 |
Which one is for you?
Motorola Edge Plus 2023, if you care about…
- Wi-Fi Standards
- Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
- against Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E
- Display Refresh Rate
- 165 Hz
- against 120 Hz
- Weight
- 203 g
- against 234 g
- Fast Charge Power
- 68 W
- against 45 W
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, if you care about…
- RAM Capacity
- 12 GB
- against 8 GB
- Display Technology
- Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- against OLED
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 1 TB
- against 512 GB
- Peak Display Brightness
- 1,750 nits
- against 1,300 nits
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Edge Plus 2023 | Galaxy S23 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Processor Process Size | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 740 | Qualcomm Adreno 740 |
| Storage Type | UFS 4.0 | UFS 4.0 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.36 GHz Best value |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 1 TB Best value |
| AnTuTu Score | 1,753,885 | 1,521,862 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 2,027 Best value | 1,870 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | — | 4,937 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with one 3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 core, four 2.8 GHz performance cores and three 2.0 GHz efficiency cores. | Octa-core CPU with Cortex-X3, Cortex-A715, Cortex-A710, and Cortex-A510 cores. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 12 GB Best value |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |
| AnTuTu version | v11 | v10 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | — | 3,790 |
Design
| Specification | Edge Plus 2023 | Galaxy S23 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black | Black, White, Green, Lavender, Beige, Blue, Lime, Red |
| Body Thickness | 8.6 mm Best value | 8.9 mm |
| Body Width | 74 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Body Height | 161.2 mm | 163.4 mm |
| Weight | 203 g Best value | 234 g |
| Usable Surface | 90 % Best value | 89.9 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Aluminium Alloy | Glass, Aluminium Alloy |
| Resistance Features | IP68 | IP68 |
| Waterproof Depth | 1.5 m | 1.5 m |
Battery
| Specification | Edge Plus 2023 | Galaxy S23 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 5,100 mAh Best value | 5,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Ion |
| Fast Charge Power | 68 W Best value | 45 W |
| Battery Features | Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging, Charger Included, Battery Level Indicator | Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Reverse Wireless Charging, Bypass Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included |
| Wireless charging power | 15 W | 15 W |
| Reverse wireless charging power | 5 W Best value | 4.5 W |
Display
| Specification | Edge Plus 2023 | Galaxy S23 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Display Technology | OLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X Best value |
| Peak Display Brightness | 1,300 nits | 1,750 nits Best value |
| Display Diagonal | 6.67″ | 6.8″ Best value |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,440 px Best value |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,400 px | 3,088 px Best value |
| Display Pixel Density | 395 ppi | 500 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 165 Hz Best value | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 360 Hz Best value | 240 Hz |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 5,000,000 :1 Best value | 3,000,000 :1 |
| Display Features | Gorilla Glass Victus, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Hole-Punch Notch, Dual-Edge Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Scratch Resistant, DCI-P3, 10-Bit Panel, Always-On Display | Gorilla Glass Victus 2, HDR10+, Always-On Display, Hole-Punch Notch, Variable Refresh Rate, LTPO, DCI-P3, Scratch Resistant, Dual-Edge Display, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Stylus Support |
Sensors
| Specification | Edge Plus 2023 | Galaxy S23 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Under Display | Under Display |
Sensor
| Specification | Edge Plus 2023 | Galaxy S23 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Light Sensor | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Gravity Sensor, Light Sensor, Hall Sensor |
Software
| Specification | Edge Plus 2023 | Galaxy S23 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 13 | Android 16 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 13 | 16 Best value |
| OS Update Support | 3 years | 4 years Best value |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | — | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Edge Plus 2023 | Galaxy S23 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby Best value |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B14, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B29, 4G LTE B30, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B46, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n14, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n29, 5G NR n30, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n70, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B14, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B25, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n12, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n25, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n75, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) Best value | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E |
| Wi-Fi Features | Tri-Band, Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO | Tri-Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive | A2DP, LE, EDR, HID |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS Best value |
| Connectivity Features | Smart Connect Support, NFC, eSIM, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, USB Host 3.1, USB 3.2, DisplayPort output, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE | Samsung DeX, UWB, NFC, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, VoWiFi, eSIM, USB Host 3.1 |
| USB Version | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 |
| SAR American Head | — | 1.12 W/kg |
| SAR American Body | — | 0.92 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) head | — | 0.96 W/kg |
| SAR (EU) body | — | 1.4 W/kg |
| Max. download speed | 10,000 Mbps | 10,000 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 3,000 Mbps | 3,000 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Edge Plus 2023 | Galaxy S23 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | 4 Best value | 3 |
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, Snapdragon Sound, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, A2DP, LE | Stereo Speakers, Hi-Res Audio, Noise-Cancellation Microphone, A2DP, LE |
Technical
| Specification | Edge Plus 2023 | Galaxy S23 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | — | SM-S918B, SM-S918B/DS, SM-S918U, SM-S918U1, SM-S918W, SM-S918N, SM-S9180, SM-S918E, SM-S918E/DS |
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