Highlights
- Galaxy S23 series sales have surged by approximately 22%, selling around 22.89 million units.
- Galaxy Z Fold 5 experiences about an 8% drop in sales compared to its predecessor.
- Stagnant sales for the Galaxy Z Flip 5 suggest foldable phones might be losing consumer interest.
Samsung, the South Korean electronics behemoth, has long been a dominant force in the smartphone market with its Galaxy S and Z series.
As 2023 winds down, we take stock of how well these flagships fared in the market. Recent data sheds light on a story of both success and stagnation.
According to confidential figures allegedly provided by South Korean financial firm Hana Securities Co., Ltd. and shared by the leaker Revegnus on platform X (formerly known as Twitter), the Galaxy S23 series is proving to be a roaring success.
Sales are up by approximately 22 percent compared to the Galaxy S22 series during the same timeframe.
To put it in numbers, that amounts to an impressive 22.89 million units sold for the entire Galaxy S23 lineup.
In a breakdown of this performance, the data suggests:
- Galaxy S23 Ultra units sold: 10.69 million
- Galaxy S23 Plus units sold: 4.11 million
- Galaxy S23 units sold: 8.09 million
Unsurprisingly, the Ultra variant is the crowd-pleaser, confirming Samsung’s own admission that the Plus models typically trail in sales.
The validity of these figures seems reinforced by the consistent pattern seen in earlier years.
While the Galaxy S23 series paints a picture of growth, the story is less cheerful for Samsung’s foldable phones. Revegnus’ data indicates that sales have hit a slump.
The Galaxy Z Fold 5 sold around 1.25 million units, marking an 8% decline compared to the Z Fold 4.
On the other hand, sales for the Galaxy Z Flip 5 remained virtually stagnant YoY, selling 2.26 million units as opposed to the Z Flip 4’s 2.28 million.
There is mounting speculation that competition from the likes of Pixel Fold and OnePlus Open is impacting Samsung’s stronghold in the foldable segment.
A lack of substantial innovation in the 2023 foldables, which closely mirror their 2022 and even 2021 predecessors, might also be affecting consumer interest.
Samsung Galaxy Ultra 5G Key Specifications
Display & Storage
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Rear Camera | 200 MP + 12 MP + 10 MP + 10 MP |
| Front Camera | 12 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Display | 6.8 inches (17.27 cm) |
General
| Launch Date | February 1, 2023 (Unofficial) |
| Operating System | Android v13 |
| Custom UI | Samsung One UI |
Performance
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| CPU | Octa core (3.2 GHz, Single core, Cortex X3 + 2.8 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A715 + 2 GHz, Tri core, Cortex A510) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 4 nm |
| Graphics | Adreno 740 |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5X |
Display
| Display Type | Dynamic AMOLED |
| Screen Size | 6.8 inches (17.27 cm) |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3088 pixels |
| Pixel Density | 501 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 89.99 % |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass, Glass Victus |
| Bezel-less display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen |
| Brightness | 1750 nits |
| HDR 10 / HDR+ support | Yes, HDR 10+ |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
Design
| Height | 163.4 mm Compare Size |
| Width | 78.1 mm |
| Thickness | 8.9 mm |
| Weight | 223 grams |
| Build Material | Back: Gorilla Glass |
| Colours | Green |
| Waterproof | Yes, Water resistant (up to 30 minutes in a depth of 1.5 meter), IP68 |
| Ruggedness | Dust proof |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Quad | |
| Resolution | 200 MP f/1.7, Wide Angle, Primary Camera(23 mm focal length, 1.31″ sensor size, 0.6µm pixel size)12 MP f/2.2, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera(13 mm focal length, 2.55″ sensor size, 1.4µm pixel size)10 MP f/2.4, Telephoto Camera(70 mm focal length, 3.52″ sensor size, 1.12µm pixel size)10 MP f/4.9(230 mm focal length) | |
| Sensor | ISO-CELL | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| OIS | Yes | |
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |
| Image Resolution | 14500 x 13650 Pixels | |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
|
| Camera Features | Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
|
| Video Recording | 7680×4320 @ 24 fps 3840×2160 @ 30 fps 1920×1080 @ 30 fps |
|
| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Single | |
| Resolution | 12 MP f/2.2, Wide Angle, Primary Camera(25 mm focal length) | |
| Autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection autofocus | |
| Video Recording | 3840×2160 @ 30 fps 1920×1080 @ 30 fps |
|
Battery
| Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | No |
| Wireless Charging | Yes |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Fast, 45W |
| USB Type-C | Yes |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 256 GB |
| Expandable Memory | No |
| Storage Type | UFS 4.0 |
| USB OTG | Yes |
Network & Connectivity
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2600(band 38) / 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41) / 1900(band 39)
FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 2600(band 7) / 900(band 8) / 700(band 28) / 1900(band 2) / 1700(band 4) / 850(band 5) / 850(band 18) / 850(band 19) / 1900(band 25) / 850(band 26) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| SIM 2 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2600(band 38) / 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41) / 1900(band 39)
FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 2600(band 7) / 900(band 8) / 700(band 28) / 1900(band 2) / 1700(band 4) / 850(band 5) / 850(band 18) / 850(band 19) / 1900(band 25) / 850(band 26) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) 5GHz |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB Connectivity | Mass storage device, USB charging |
Multimedia
| FM Radio | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | On-screen |
| Fingerprint Sensor Type | Ultrasonic |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
FAQs
How are the sales figures for the Galaxy S23 series?
The Galaxy S23 series has reportedly sold about 22.89 million units, marking a 22% increase compared to its predecessor.
What is the current status of Samsung’s foldables?
The sales for the Z Fold 5 have dropped by roughly 8%, and the Z Flip 5 has seen virtually no growth year-over-year.
What could be affecting the sales of Samsung’s foldables?
Increased competition from other brands and a lack of innovative features compared to previous models could be factors.
Which Galaxy S23 model is the best seller?
The Galaxy S23 Ultra leads the pack, with an estimated 10.69 million units sold.
Is the Galaxy S23 Plus the weakest seller as expected?
Yes, consistent with Samsung’s own admissions and past trends, the Plus model is the least sold among the trio, with an estimated 4.11 million units sold.