Samsung Galaxy F23 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy F23 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 43/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 517,683); the Samsung Galaxy F23 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy F23
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 198g vs 214g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 51/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 517683
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 601
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1882
- Faster charging: 60W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy F23 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 41 points higher (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F23 (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F23 (88/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F23 (86/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F23 (61/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy F23 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy F23 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 517683 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 601 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1882 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.5×77.0×8.4 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Samsung Galaxy F23
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy F23
- 6.6" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy F23
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Samsung Galaxy F23 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy F23 by 85.3% in our overall performance rating.
Samsung Galaxy F23
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In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F23 (96/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F23 (88/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F23 (86/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F23 (61/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy F23 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy F23 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F23 by 41 points (84/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy F23 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy F23 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy F23 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy F23 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy F23 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy F23 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.