Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 70/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 1,684,869); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 1684869
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 5311
- Lighter: 163g vs 234g
- Cheaper at launch: $1099 vs $1199
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 5 points higher (75/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra — 50/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 73/100. In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (56/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (97/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1684869 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1440x3088 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | 140 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.1×8.9 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3088
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by 44.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (91/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra are nearly equal (89/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 73/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (56/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (97/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.