Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy S27

Compare Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy S27 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for…

Samsung

Galaxy S27

$899

13categories won

8 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy S27 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy S27 proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Galaxy S23 Plus takes the lead, while the Galaxy S27 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy S27 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy S23 Plus if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy S23 Plus

Galaxy S23 Plus wins on endurance with 4,700 mAh and 45W fast charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy S27

Galaxy S27 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy and 16GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy S27

Galaxy S27 takes photography with 50MP optics and 3x optical telephoto capabilities.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy S27

Galaxy S27 wins on budget and value at $899 compared to $999.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

Galaxy S23 Plus vs Galaxy S27: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy S27
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy S27
Screen size	6.6"	6.36"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1080 x 2400Winner
Pixel density	390 ppi	414 ppiWinner
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1750 nits	3200 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy S27
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy S27
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm)	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy
Process node	4 nm	2 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	3,200,000	3,200,000
Geekbench multi	10800	10800
Maximum RAM	8 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	512GB	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy S27
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy S27
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3	3
Optical zoom	3x	3x
Ultrawide	12 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	12 MP	16 MPWinner
Max video	8K at 30fps	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy S27
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy S27
Capacity	4,700 mAhWinner	4,300 mAh
Wired charging	45 W	45 W
Wireless charging	15 W	25 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy S27
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy S27
Weight	196 g	169 gWinner
Thickness	7.6 mm	7.2 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and back, Armor Aluminum frame	Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy S27
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy S27
Operating system	Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 (One UI 7)	Android 17
OS updates	4 years	7 yearsWinner
Security updates	4 years	7 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy S27
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy S27
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$999	$899Winner