SAMSUNG GALAXY S23 ULTRA 5G 12GB / 512GB | SM-S918B/DS

Pros

• Exceptional Performance and Speed: Repeatedly praised for incredible speed and responsiveness, exceeding expectations and handling demanding tasks with ease. This is a recurring theme across numerous reviews.
• Outstanding Camera: Consistently lauded for high-quality photos and videos, particularly in low-light conditions. Excellent focus is also frequently mentioned. Many users consider it the best camera on the market, with one user noting a significant improvement over the S22 Ultra. The camera''s superiority is a recurring theme.
• Excellent Battery Life: Users report long-lasting battery performance, often lasting a full day or more, even with heavy use.
• High-Resolution Display: The screen''s resolution is described as top-notch, fantastic, and extra.
• Versatile Functionality: The phone is seen as a replacement for both a laptop and a separate camera.
• Elegant Design: The phone''s design is described as elegant and sophisticated, with a premium feel.
• S Pen (positive aspects): The integrated stylus is praised, though some users report issues with it falling out.

Cons

• Software Glitches: Infrequent software glitches are reported, though usually resolved with a simple restart. Some users experienced bugs in specific Samsung apps. One user mentioned a lack of a June software update and the potential appearance of a green line across the screen after an update.
• Size: Some users find the phone too large, requiring two hands for manipulation.
• Scratch-Prone Display: The display is mentioned as being relatively easy to scratch, even with protective measures.
• S Pen Issues: The S Pen is noted as sometimes falling out of the phone. One user found the S Pen on the S23 Ultra more complicated to use than on the Note 10+, with the keyboard not activating immediately and obstructing the screen.
• Packaging: The packaging is considered underwhelming considering the high price point; the lack of included gifts compared to less expensive models is noted.
• High Price: The price is acknowledged as a significant drawback; one user compared its cost to the price of their car. One review mentions spending €3000 on two phones, adapters, and protection.
• Front Camera Quality (One Instance): One user reported issues with the front camera, describing it as poor quality.
• Storage: One user mentions that the 256GB version has insufficient storage after accounting for the Android operating system''s space usage.
• Fingerprint Scanner Size (One Instance): One user noted that the fingerprint scanner could be larger.

Comments

Many users highlight their long-term satisfaction with the phone, using it for both business and personal purposes for several months without major issues. Many express their intention to upgrade to future S-series models, while others state the S23 Ultra is a significant improvement over older S-series models. Some users, while generally positive, mentioned that other phones (specifically from Chinese manufacturers) offered a more satisfying experience, though they ultimately chose the S23 Ultra for its stylus and software. One user experienced a software-related issue requiring manual intervention from the retailer for a software update. Several users emphasize the phone''s overall excellence, using terms like "best ever," "GOAT," and "perfect." One user switched back to the phone after a brief experiment with an iPhone. The overwhelmingly positive sentiment is very clear in this review set.