Too close to call
Both score within 2 points on overall. Your priorities decide this one.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE are closely matched overall. Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads in performance and camera. Samsung Galaxy S26 FE leads in software.
Scoring profile: balanced
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera.
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Best for users who prioritize software.
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Spec table
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Full side-by-side mode
Display Size
Key differenceResolution
Key differencePeak Brightness
Key differencePixel Density
Key differenceRefresh Rate
Panel Type
Display Protection
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
Display Size Phone A leads | 6.8"Better | 6.7" |
Resolution Phone A leads | 1440 x 3088Better | 1080 x 2340 |
Refresh Rate Close match | 120Hz | 120Hz |
Peak Brightness Phone B leads | 1750 nits | 1900 nitsBetter |
Pixel Density Phone A leads | 501 ppiBetter | 385 ppi |
Panel Type Close match | OLED | OLED |
Display Protection Needs more data | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
RAM
Key differenceCPU Clock
Key differenceCPU Cluster Speeds
Key differenceBenchmark Score
Key differenceAnTuTu Score
Key differenceGeekbench (Multi)
Key differenceStorage
Key differenceChipset
Key differenceGeekbench (Single)
Storage Type
GPU
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
RAM Phone A leads | 12GBBetter | 8GB |
CPU Clock Phone A leads | 3.36GHzBetter | 3.3GHz |
CPU Cluster Speeds Phone A leads | 1x3.36GHz + 2x2.8GHz + 2x2.8GHz + 3x2.0GHzBetter | 1x3.3GHz + 2x2.74GHz + 5x2.36GHz + 2x1.8GHz |
Benchmark Score Phone B leads | 1241531 | 2535201Better |
AnTuTu Score Phone B leads | 1241531 | 2535201Better |
Geekbench (Single) Needs more data | Not available | 7704 |
Geekbench (Multi) Phone B leads | 4927 | 8035Better |
Storage Phone A leads | 1024GBBetter | 512GB |
Storage Type Close match | UFS 4.0 | UFS 4.0 |
Chipset Phone A leads | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)Better | Exynos 2500 (3 nm) |
GPU Needs more data | Adreno 740 | Xclipse 950 |
Rear Camera
Key differenceRear Camera (All Lenses)
Key differenceRear Sensor Size
Key differenceRear Aperture
Key differenceOptical Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
Max Video Resolution
Front Camera
Front Aperture
Front Video Resolution
Camera Features
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
Rear Camera Phone A leads | 200MPBetter | 50MP |
Rear Camera (All Lenses) Phone A leads | 200MP + 12MP + 10MPBetter | 50MP + 12MP + 8MP |
Rear Sensor Size Phone A leads | 1/1.3Better | 1/1.56 |
Rear Aperture Phone A leads | f/1.7Better | f/1.8 |
Optical Zoom Close match | 3x | 3x |
Optical Image Stabilization Close match | Yes | Yes |
Max Video Resolution Close match | 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS | 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, HDR10+ |
Front Camera Close match | 12MP | 12MP |
Front Aperture Close match | f/2.2 | f/2.2 |
Front Video Resolution Close match | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS, HDR10+ |
Camera Features Needs more data | Laser AF, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama, Best Face |
Generating honest comparison...
Galaxy S23 Ultra and Galaxy S26 FE are closely matched. Display Size: 6.8" vs 6.7" Resolution: 1440 x 3088 vs 1080 x 2340 The choice depends on your priorities.
Best for users who prioritize performance and camera. Galaxy S23 Ultra excels in processing power and multitasking.
Best for users who prioritize software. Galaxy S26 FE offers strong performance in these areas.
Non-PTA
PTA
| Price | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Non-PTA | ≈ Rs 120,929 | ≈ Rs 195,997 |
| PTA | -- | -- |
≈ Converted from a fetched price. Store offers, when available, are listed separately.
Choosing between Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE can be tough. This comparison breaks down performance, camera, battery, and listed pricing so you can decide faster.
We focus on practical differences that impact daily use, not just spec sheet noise.
Both phones excel in different areas. Choose based on your priority.
Both phones have strengths. Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads in Performance, Camera, Display, Battery. Samsung Galaxy S26 FE leads in Software.
The top differences are: Display Size (Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra advantage), Resolution (Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra advantage), Peak Brightness (Samsung Galaxy S26 FE advantage), Pixel Density (Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra advantage), RAM (Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra advantage).
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has the stronger camera setup for photos and video.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra offers better battery endurance for heavy use.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: non-PTA approximately Rs 120,929; PTA not entered. Samsung Galaxy S26 FE: non-PTA approximately Rs 195,997; PTA not entered. These are phone reference prices, not optional store offers.
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