SAMSUNG GALAXY S23 5G 8GB / 128GB | SM-S911B/DS

Pros

• Compact size and design: Frequently praised for its small and manageable size, making it easy to use with one hand. Many users specifically purchased it for this reason. The design is described as sleek, premium, and timeless.
• Excellent performance: The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor is consistently highlighted for its speed, fluidity, and lack of lag or overheating, even with demanding tasks. Users report significantly faster app opening and overall system responsiveness compared to previous phones. Many users describe the phone as "brutal," "fast," "phenomenal," "excellent," or "munja" (lightning).
• High-quality display: The screen is described as sharp, bright, and vibrant, even in sunlight. The 120Hz refresh rate is also appreciated. The screen is described as having a fast response time and excellent visibility in sunlight. One user notes a significantly better display than the Galaxy S20. The 120hz display is specifically praised as perfect.
• Good battery life: While some users report battery life isn''t sufficient for a full day of heavy use, many others praise it as excellent, lasting a full day or even more (one user reports >48h). Battery sharing capabilities are also mentioned. Many users report battery life lasting all day even with 10+ hours of use. Several users report a significantly improved battery compared to previous models. However, some users report significantly reduced battery life after 6 months of use. One user reports significant overheating.
• Superb camera (with caveats): The camera is frequently praised for the quality of daytime photos and videos. Many users describe the camera quality as excellent, fantastic, "ludilo" (crazy), "prikosnovene" (unrivaled), or "super". Many users highlight the quality of night photography and the quality of video recording. The front-facing camera also receives positive feedback. The "Raw expert" application is specifically mentioned as a great feature. The ability to isolate objects in photos is also praised. The camera is described as one of the best currently available on the market. Portrait mode is also praised. The quality of auto focus is also specifically praised. The camera is described as having "prelepe" (beautiful) colors. Night photography and video stabilization are specifically praised.
• Software (One UI): The One UI software is praised for its beautiful design, numerous customization options, and overall smooth user experience. "Always on display," "edge menu," and one-handed mode are specifically mentioned.
• IP rating: Water and dust resistance (IP68) is mentioned as a significant advantage.
• Other features: Wireless charging, fast charging (although some find it relatively slow at 25W), and the ability to use the phone as a computer via Dex mode are also mentioned. The Dex function is specifically praised for its utility in animating children.

Cons

• Camera performance in low light: Several reviews mention blurry images and unbalanced colors in low-light conditions. The selfie camera also receives some negative feedback. Zoom capabilities are also criticized as subpar.
• Software glitches: Occasional stuttering, animation errors, and disappearing apps are reported. Slow response to software bugs is also a concern for some. Language inconsistencies after a software update are reported by one user. One user reports significant disappointment with the software.
• Slow charging speed (25W): The 25W charging speed is considered slow by some users, especially considering the phone''s premium price and other features. One user reports charging time exceeding an hour. The lack of a charger in the box is also criticized.
• Sensitive materials: The material around the phone is described as sensitive and prone to showing signs of wear without a protective case.
• Main camera post-processing time: One user notes that the 50MP camera takes a few seconds to process and slightly alter (yellow-darken) images after capture.
• Navigation menu limitations: One user mentions limitations in choosing vertical or horizontal scrolling within the phone''s menu.
• Missing screen protector: One review notes the lack of a pre-applied screen protector.
• Sparse retail packaging: The packaging is considered poor and lacking compared to previous Samsung models.
• Speaker quality: One user reports that the speaker is weaker than expected, especially when playing music or videos.
• Battery life (for some users): Some users report that the battery does not last a full day, especially with heavy use. One user reports significant overheating. Battery life after 6 months is reported as poor by one user.
• Storage capacity: One user mentions that 128GB of storage is insufficient in the current context.
• Data transfer issues: One user reports inability to transfer data from an old device with a damaged screen.
• Small display size: One user explicitly criticizes the small screen size, comparing it unfavorably to a Xiaomi phone.

Comments

The smaller screen size of the base S23 model is frequently mentioned as both a pro (compactness) and a con (some users would prefer a larger screen). Many users are upgrading from older Samsung models or other brands, with frequent comparisons made. A promotion involving getting a second phone (S21 FE) with the purchase is mentioned. Several users highlight the phone''s ability to perform well for both personal and business use. Many users express overall satisfaction with the phone, despite some noted shortcomings. Users frequently mention the phone''s ease of one-handed use. One user notes that the phone''s performance is similar to other recent models. Many reviews simply state the phone is excellent or perfect without specific details. Family use of multiple Samsung S series phones is mentioned by one user. Many users describe the phone as "savrsen" (perfect). The phone is frequently described as excellent for handling and user-friendliness.