Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (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 $799 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 66/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 1,656,761); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the stronger camera (140 vs 133); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is thinner (5.8mm vs 7.6mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1099
- Overall rating 66/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 1656761
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 5311
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 168g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 9 points higher (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 75/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 — 46/100, 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 (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (73/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100. In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1656761 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- 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
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 45.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Samsung Galaxy S23 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (91/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (73/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 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 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.