Samsung Galaxy M23 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy M23 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 43/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 566,483); the Samsung Galaxy M23 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M23
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy M23 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 218g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 566483
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 601
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 1882
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M23 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 37 points higher (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (88/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M23 is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M23 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 566483 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 601 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1882 | 9760 | |
| 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 | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| 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 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.5×77.0×8.4 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M23
- 6.6" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M23
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M23 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy M23 by 81.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M23
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (92/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (88/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (81/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M23 is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M23 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 by 37 points (80/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M23 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy M23 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M23 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M23 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M23 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.