The new chip does seem a lot better than last year’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, which had a lot of issues. Since I continuously travelled for weeks and was literally on the go for most days, I relied completely on the Galaxy S23 Plus for the tasks I need a phone for everyday use. I tried editing videos and photos I shot in Barcelona and the processing was quick and lag-free. In terms of real-world performance, the Galaxy S23 Plus feels snappy and doesn’t stutter even under heavy tasks. The phone gets exactly the same chip as the pro-grade Galaxy S23 Ultra, so it’s no surprise that their benchmark performance is very similar. The Galaxy S23 Plus uses Qualcomm’s flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. (Image credit: Anuj Bhatia/ Indian Express) How reliable is the performance of the Galaxy S23+? The new Galaxy S23 Plus camera system includes a wide lens, ultrawide lens and telephoto lens. Smooth scrolling makes both browsing and user interface ultra-smooth. Games that support 120 fps look great on the Galaxy S23 Plus display. The device has up to 120Hz refresh rate support, which is a plus point in my opinion. The Galaxy S23+ also offers an always-on screen, meaning a quick glance at the device will reveal all of the notifications piling up at the bottom of the display without touching the phone. It’s brighter, more colourful and has a higher contrast level- perfect for checking locations on Google Maps and finding restaurants on the go which I did a lot to navigate in a new city.

It’s an AMOLED screen with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 pixels and supports up to 120Hz high refresh rate and HDR. I was impressed by the 6.6-inch FHD+ display. How is the good display on the Galaxy S23+? It’s a beautifully designed phone, effortlessly made, with IP68 water- and dust-resistance protection that feels cool and smooth to the touch. The Galaxy S23+ definitely needs a case for added protection.īarring that, the Galaxy S23 + is exactly how a premium smartphone should be. It’s also worth noting since the phone has curvy, glossy edges – the device felt a bit slippery. (Image credit: Anuj Bhatia/Indian Express)īut despite being a large phone the Galaxy S23+ doesn’t feel too heavy in the hands. Also read | I switched to Apple’s iPhone 14 from iPhone 13 mini - here’s what I learned While it’s a larger phone, the Galaxy S23 Plus doesn’t feel too heavy in my hand.

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