Poco F7 vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The Poco F7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $404 and $229. Both devices score the same overall rating of 66/100. Key differences: the Poco F7 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3900); the Poco F7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,205,289 vs 1,660,456); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 215g).
Poco F7
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Higher AnTuTu: 2205289 vs 1660456
- Better Geekbench Single: 2070 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6694 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher performance (81/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Lighter: 168g vs 215g
- Cheaper: $229 vs $404
- Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 48/100)
- Better value for money (90/100 vs 70/100)
The Poco F7 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 received the same MobileRank rating — 66/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 leads (68/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F7 is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F7 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Poco F7 (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (68/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Poco F7 (83/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Poco F7 (90/100 vs 70/100).
| Specification | Poco F7 | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2205289 | 1660456 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2070 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6694 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 133 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×77.9×8.2 mm | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 168 g | |
| Price | $404 | $229 |
Poco F7
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco F7
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F7
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Poco F7 and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F7 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 32.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $175. Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper by $175.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F7 is a bit better (81/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F7 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Poco F7 (67/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (68/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Poco F7 (83/100 vs 48/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Poco F7 (90/100 vs 70/100).
Which is better: the Poco F7 or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
Both devices scored 66/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Poco F7.
What is the rating of the Poco F7 and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Poco F7 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F7 or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F7 or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Poco F7 leads on performance (81/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Poco F7 over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Poco F7 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.