Samsung W23 (2022) review

Samsung announced the launch of the W23 smartphone in 2022. The manufacturer is offering the Samsung W23 phone with 7.6 inch display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1 chipset, 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of internal storage.

The W23 was launched with Android OS v12.0 pre-installed. This phone uses a high resolution 2208 x 1768 px, 7.6 inch AMOLED display. AMOLED displays offer several advantages that make them popular among smartphone users. The W23 with multi-camera setup offers specialized features, multiple cameras with different focal lengths, such as wide-angle, standard, telephoto, and macro. You have more options to capture a variety of subjects and scenes. The selfie camera of W23 allows you to capture self-portraits or group photos without needing someone else to take the picture for you.

Samsung W23 specifications

Body

The weight of the Samsung W23 is 9.88 oz. It is still considered to be relatively lightweight and portable. The dimensions of this Samsung smartphone are average (6.11 x 5.12 x 0.25 inch). For some people, larger smartphones are more comfortable to hold and easier to use, as they provide a larger display for watching videos, browsing the web, and using apps. A Nano SIM is a chipcard that is used in smartphones as a subscriber identity module (SIM). Nano SIM is the smallest SIM card size available and is currently the most widely used SIM card size in newer devices.

System

The Samsung W23 comes with Android OS v12.0 out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is an open-source operating system, which means that the source code is freely available to the public and can be modified and distributed by anyone. The W23 utilizes Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1 chipset. This octa-core CPU consists: Octa-core, Single-core 3.2 GHz Cortex-X2, Triple-core 2.75 GHz Cortex-A710, Quad-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A510. These eight cores make the work speed fast enough.

The Samsung W23 comes with Adreno 730 Graphics Processing Unit. The GPU is optimized for parallel processing and complex mathematical operations required for rendering and manipulating graphics. Adreno GPUs are widely used in smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices. These GPUs are known for their strong performance, power efficiency, and advanced graphics capabilities. We use AnTuTu app to analyze the performance of this device. It is designed to measure and evaluate the performance of different hardware components of a device, including the CPU, GPU, RAM and storage.

Display

The AMOLED display of W23 provides deep blacks, vibrant colors, fast response times, thin and flexible design possibilities, power efficiency, and features like Always-On Display. The 7.6 inch display may make the smartphone less pocket-friendly and more challenging to use with one hand. The display size represents the diagonal distance from one corner of the screen to the opposite corner. Text will be easier to read, and videos will be more immersive on a larger display. This smartphone is multitouch capable. Multitouch is a feature in smartphones that allows for the detection and tracking of multiple touch points on the screen simultaneously. It enables users to interact with the device using more than one finger or touch input at the same time.

Memory

The 16 GB of RAM on the Samsung W23 should be more than enough to handle their daily needs without any major issues. Having more RAM alone does not necessarily guarantee better performance, and other factors such as the processor and storage speed can also impact overall performance. 128 GB of internal storage should be more than enough for their needs. The W23 has 512 GB of internal storage. The memory and the internal storage of the Samsung W23 (16 GB) cannot be expanded.

Camera

This smartphone features a multi-camera setup. Multiple cameras or depth sensors can enhance the smartphone's ability to create appealing portrait mode effects, including background blur or bokeh. This can be useful for creating multi-camera shots, 3D effects, or immersive content. The autofocus is an important feature in this smartphone. Autofocus helps the camera to focus on a subject automatically, which ensures that the resulting photo or video is clear and sharp. The W23 offers optical image stabilization (OIS) for their rear camera systems. OIS helps reduce camera shake and blur by physically stabilizing the camera lens or sensor, resulting in sharper and clearer images and videos.

Connectivity

The Samsung W23 supports the latest 5G network technology. 5G networks provide greater reliability and security than previous generations of mobile networks, which is critical for applications such as healthcare, public safety, and industrial automation. To connect to a Wi-Fi network on the Samsung W23, you simply need to go to the Wi-Fi settings on the device, select the network you want to connect to, and enter the password.

With Bluetooth connectivity, you can connect your W23 smartphone to a wide range of Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as headphones, speakers, smartwatches, fitness trackers, and more. The W23 has a GPS receiver. Many fitness and activity tracking apps rely on GPS to accurately measure and record outdoor activities such as running, cycling, hiking, or tracking routes. The W23 is NFC (Near Field Communication) capable. NFC stands for Near Field Communication, and it is a wireless communication technology that allows two devices to exchange information when they are brought close together.

The W23 phone has built-in FM radio receiver. FM radio allows users to tune in to local radio stations and listen to live broadcasts, news, music, and other content. The W23 has an USB Type-C port. USB Type-C is capable of supporting a range of different data transfer speeds and charging capabilities, depending on the specific implementation used by a particular device. The W23 smartphone does not have 3.5 mm headphone jack.

Battery

The Li-Po 4400 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The W23 does not have a removable battery. The battery is integrated into the phone's design and is not intended to be removed or replaced by the user.

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer provides information about the smartphone's movement in three axes: X (horizontal), Y (vertical), and Z (depth). The fingerprint reader is a biometric security feature found in W23 smartphones. When an object, such as your hand or face, comes close to the sensor of W23, it triggers a response that can be used for specific functions or features.

The W23 phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. The light sensor is a type of sensor in a smartphone that enables it to measure the intensity of light around the device. The Dual SIM capability of Samsung W23 phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use.

This smartphone supports fast charging. Fast charging is an important feature for smartphones. It allows you to quickly and easily recharge your phone's battery when you are on the go. The W23 comes with wireless charging. Wireless charging is a convenient feature for smartphones, as it allows you to recharge your phone's battery without having to plug it in to a charging cable. Gorilla Glass has a high level of scratch resistance, reducing the likelihood of everyday scratches and abrasions.

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Samsung W23, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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