iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy A23
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy A23
Why is iPhone XS better than Samsung Galaxy A23?
AnTuTu score is about 150% higher
More internal storage: 64GB, 256GB, 512GB vs 64GB, 128GB
Better display resolution: 1125 x 2436 px vs 1080 x 2408 px
Lighter: 177 g (6.24 ounces) vs 195 g (6.88 ounces)
Narrower: 70.9 mm (2.79 inches) vs 76.9 mm (3.03 inches)
Shorter: 143.6 mm (5.65 inches) vs 164.5 mm (6.48 inches)
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy A23
Why is Samsung Galaxy A23 better than iPhone XS?
Bigger battery capacity: 5000 mAh vs 2658 mAh
Faster CPU speed: 2 x 2.4 GHz & 6 x 1.9 GHz vs 2 x 2.5 GHz & 4 x 1.6 GHz
More RAM memory capacity: 4GB, 6GB, 8GB vs 4GB
More megapixels main camera: 50 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 12 MP & 12 MP
More megapixels front camera: 8MP vs 7MP
Has a larger display diagonal: 6.6" vs 5.8"
More color options: Black, White, Peach, Blue vs Space Gray, Silver, Gold
The phone is 3 years and 6 months newer
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy A23
Height
143.6 mm
(5.65 inches)
Width
70.9 mm
(2.79 inches)
Thickness
7.7 mm
(0.3 inches)
Screen size
5.8"
Weight
177 g
(6.24 ounces)
Height
164.5 mm
(6.48 inches)
Width
76.9 mm
(3.03 inches)
Thickness
8.4 mm
(0.33 inches)
Screen size
6.6"
Weight
195 g
(6.88 ounces)
Height
143.6 mm
(5.65 inches)
Width
70.9 mm
(2.79 inches)
Thickness
7.7 mm
(0.3 inches)
Screen size
5.8"
Weight
177 g
(6.24 ounces)
Height
164.5 mm
(6.48 inches)
Width
76.9 mm
(3.03 inches)
Thickness
8.4 mm
(0.33 inches)
Screen size
6.6"
Weight
195 g
(6.88 ounces)
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy A23
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy A23
Score 4.3
Score 4.0
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy A23
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy A23
Score 4.3
Score 4.0
Smartprix
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy A23
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy A23
AnTuTu Score
iPhone XS
738,192 +150.13%
Samsung Galaxy A23
295,126
The score reflects a device's overall performance by summing up results from tests of RAM speed, CPU, and 2D/3D graphics.
CPU
iPhone XS
207,549 +92.23%
Samsung Galaxy A23
107,967
Measures the performance of a device's processor, focusing on tasks such as computing power and multi-core efficiency.
GPU
iPhone XS
203,822 +422.34%
Samsung Galaxy A23
39,021
Measures the graphical performance of a device's GPU, evaluating its ability to handle graphics-intensive tasks such as gaming and rendering.
Memory
iPhone XS
121,678 +62.31%
Samsung Galaxy A23
74,968
Measures the performance of a device's memory (RAM), measuring its speed and efficiency in handling multitasking and data-intensive applications.
UX
iPhone XS
205,143 +180.36%
Samsung Galaxy A23
73,170
Measures the overall user experience performance of a device, including factors like system responsiveness, touch sensitivity, and app launching speed.
3DMark Wild Life benchmark
iPhone XS
5,698 +1195%
Samsung Galaxy A23
440
Is a cross-platform benchmark designed to test the graphical performance of devices under high GPU load.
3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
iPhone XS
6,048 +1274.55%
Samsung Galaxy A23
440
Is a cross-platform graphical benchmark that tests a device's performance while eliminating the impact of screen resolution for more objective platform comparisons.
Geekbench 6 · Multi-Core
iPhone XS
2,571 +75.38%
Samsung Galaxy A23
1,466
Measures the aggregate performance of all processor cores in a device, simulating tasks optimized for multi-threaded processing.
Geekbench 6 · Single-Core
iPhone XS
1,270 +205.29%
Samsung Galaxy A23
416
Measures the performance of a single processor core by assessing how efficiently the device handles single-threaded processing-based tasks.
Geekbench 5 · Multi-Core
iPhone XS
2,476 +48.35%
Samsung Galaxy A23
1,669
Measures the aggregate performance of all processor cores in a device, simulating tasks optimized for multi-threaded processing in Geekbench 5.
Geekbench 5 · Single-Core
iPhone XS
1,108 +112.26%
Samsung Galaxy A23
522
Measures the performance of a single processor core in a device, evaluating its efficiency in handling single-threaded tasks in Geekbench 5.
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy A23
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy A23
From € 157
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From $ 248
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From ₹ 12,990
iPhone XS
The Apple iPhone XS offers a premium experience with its 5.8-inch Super Retina OLED display, providing vibrant colors and deep blacks, perfect for watching videos and browsing. Powered by the A12 Bionic chip, it delivers fast performance and smooth multitasking, ideal for gaming, apps, and daily use.
The 12MP dual-camera system captures sharp photos, supports Smart HDR, and records 4K video, while the 7MP front camera ensures excellent selfies and FaceTime quality. Face ID provides secure unlocking, and the sleek glass design supports wireless charging. With water and dust resistance, the iPhone XS combines power, style, and durability in a compact form.
Samsung Galaxy A23
The Samsung Galaxy A23 offers a well-rounded experience with its vibrant 6.6-inch FHD+ display and smooth 90Hz refresh rate, perfect for watching videos and browsing. Powered by the Snapdragon 680 chipset and up to 8GB of RAM, it delivers reliable performance for everyday tasks and multitasking.
The 50MP quad-camera setup captures detailed and vivid photos, while the 8MP front camera is great for selfies and video calls. With a large 5000mAh battery and 25W fast charging, you get all-day power and quick recharges. The sleek design and One UI software provide an intuitive and user-friendly experience. The Galaxy A23 is an excellent choice for those seeking a budget-friendly phone with essential features and dependable performance.
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Specs
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy A23
Design
Weight
177 g (6.24 ounces)
195 g (6.88 ounces)
Thickness
7.7 mm (0.3 inches)
8.4 mm (0.33 inches)
Width
70.9 mm (2.79 inches)
76.9 mm (3.03 inches)
Height
143.6 mm (5.65 inches)
164.5 mm (6.48 inches)
Is weather-sealed (splashproof)
✔
-
Ingress Protection (IP) rating
IP68
-
Waterproof depth rating
2 m
-
Volume
78.4 cm³
106.26 cm³
Is dustproof and water-resistant
✔
-
Color options
Space Gray, Silver, Gold
Black, White, Peach, Blue
Lowest potential operating temperature
0 °C
-
Maximum operating temperature
35 °C
-
French Repairability Index
4.7
8.1
Display
Screen size
5.8"
6.6"
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
IPS, LCD
Pixel density
458 ppi
400 ppi
Resolution
1125 x 2436 px
1080 x 2408 px
Refresh rate
60Hz
90Hz
Brightness (typical)
625 nits
-
Has branded damage-resistant glass
✔
✔
Gorilla Glass version
-
Gorilla Glass 5
Supports HDR10
✔
-
Supports Dolby Vision
✔
-
Contrast ratio
1000000:1
-
Has a touch screen
✔
✔
Performance
Internal storage
64GB, 256GB, 512GB
64GB, 128GB
RAM
4GB
4GB, 6GB, 8GB
Android version
-
Android 12
CPU speed
2 x 2.5 GHz & 4 x 1.6 GHz
2 x 2.4 GHz & 6 x 1.9 GHz
GPU clock speed
-
845 MHz
Has integrated LTE
✔
✔
RAM speed
2133 MHz
1866 MHz
Semiconductor size
7 nm
6 nm
Supports 64-bit
✔
✔
DirectX version
-
DirectX 12
Has integrated graphics
✔
✔
OpenGL ES version
-
3.2
Uses big.LITTLE technology
✔
✔
CPU threads
6 threads
8 threads
Has TrustZone
✔
✔
Maximum memory bandwidth
34.1 GB/s
14.9 GB/s
OpenCL version
-
2
L2 cache
8 MB
-
EMMC version
-
5.1
DDR memory version
4
4
Maximum memory amount
-
8GB
Thermal Design Power (TDP)
-
6W
Release date
2018
2022
Has NX bit
✔
✔
L1 cache
128 KB
-
Number of transistors
6900 million
-
GPU turbo
-
800 MHz
Memory channels
-
2
Turbo clock speed
2.49GHz
-
Has an external memory slot
-
✔
Cameras
Main camera
12 MP & 12 MP
50 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP
Front camera
7MP
8MP
Has built-in optical image stabilization
✔
✔
Video recording (main camera)
2160 x 60 fps
1080 x 30 fps
Wide aperture (main camera)
f/2.4 & f/1.8
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
Has a dual-tone LED flash
✔
-
Has a BSI sensor
✔
-
Has continuous autofocus when recording movies
✔
✔
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos
✔
✔
Supports slow-motion video recording
✔
✔
Has a built-in HDR mode
✔
✔
Has a flash
✔
✔
Has manual exposure
✔
✔
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera
✔
✔
Optical zoom
2x
-
Number of flash LEDs
2
1
Has a CMOS sensor
✔
-
Has manual ISO
✔
✔
Has a serial shot mode
✔
✔
Has manual focus
✔
✔
Has a front camera
✔
✔
Has manual white balance
✔
✔
Has touch autofocus
✔
✔
Can create panoramas in-camera
✔
✔
Wide aperture (front camera)
f/2.2
f/2.2
Has timelapse function
✔
✔
Pixel size (main camera)
1.4 µm & 1 µm
-
Operating system
Has clipboard warnings
-
✔
Has location privacy options
-
✔
Has camera/microphone privacy options
-
✔
Has theme customization
-
✔
Can play games while they download
-
✔
Has dark mode
-
✔
Has Wi-Fi password sharing
✔
✔
Has battery health check
✔
✔
Has an extra dim mode
-
✔
Has focus modes
-
✔
Has dynamic theming
-
✔
Can offload apps
✔
✔
Has customizable notifications
✔
✔
Has scrolling screenshots
✔
✔
Supports split screen
-
✔
Supports instant markup
✔
✔
Supports PiP and PaP
-
✔
Has sharing intents
✔
✔
Has a child lock
✔
✔
Is free and open source
-
✔
Tracks the current position of a mobile device
✔
✔
Is a multi-user system
-
✔
Can block app tracking
✔
-
Blocks cross-site tracking
✔
-
Gets direct OS updates
✔
-
Has AirPlay
✔
-
Supports widgets
-
✔
Has Quick Start
✔
-
More languages supported
56
125
Has offline voice recognition
-
✔
The browser has word wrap
✔
✔
Has voice commands
✔
✔
Battery
Battery power
2658 mAh
5000 mAh
Has wireless charging
✔
-
Supports fast charging
✔
✔
Charging speed
-
25W
Has a battery level indicator
✔
✔
Has a rechargeable battery
✔
✔
Audio
Has stereo speakers
✔
-
Number of microphones
3
-
Has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
-
✔
Has a radio
-
✔
Features
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Download speed
1024 MBits/s
390 MBits/s
Upload speed
150 MBits/s
150 MBits/s
Has USB Type-C
-
✔
USB version
2
2
Has NFC
✔
✔
SIM cards
1 SIM, 1 eSIM
2 SIM
Has a fingerprint scanner
-
✔
Bluetooth version
5
5
Has a gyroscope
✔
✔
Has GPS
✔
✔
Has a compass
✔
✔
Supports Wi-Fi
✔
✔
Has a cellular module
✔
✔
Has a barometer
✔
-
Supports Galileo
✔
✔
Has an infrared sensor
✔
-
Has an accelerometer
✔
✔
Uses 3D facial recognition
✔
-
iPhone XS
Samsung Galaxy A23