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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Phantom Black smartphone with 6.8 inch display and built-in S Pen

SAMSUNG

SAMSUNG Galaxy S23 Ultra 5G SM-S918U 256GB Phantom Black cell phones - unlocked

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An unlocked 5G smartphone with a 6.8" 120Hz display, 200MP quad camera, 100× Space Zoom, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 256GB storage, built-in S Pen and 5000mAh battery

  • Storage drive256 GB
  • Operating systemAndroid
  • Technology type5G
  • Outer display size6.8 in (17.3 cm)
  • 8" QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display at 120Hz for smooth visuals
  • 200MP quad camera with 100× Space Zoom captures distant detail
  • Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy delivers flagship performance
  • Built-in S Pen adds precise input and remote control
  • 5000mAh battery with fast charging keeps you powered longer

256 GB unlocked smartphone

The Galaxy S23 Ultra ships with 256 GB of internal storage and 8 GB of RAM, running Android on a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy processor. It is sold unlocked for use on 5G and 4G LTE networks in the US. The 6.8 inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel refreshes at 120 Hz. A built-in S Pen slots into the chassis for note-taking and remote control.

5000 mAh battery and wireless specs

The 5000 mAh cell supports fast charging and powers the handset through typical mixed use. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 alongside NFC for contactless transactions. The unlocked model works across major US carriers without a contract.

200 MP camera with 100× Space Zoom

A quad-camera array led by a 200 MP sensor enables 100× Space Zoom for distant subjects. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy sustains image processing during extended shooting sessions. Thermal management keeps performance steady when recording high-resolution video or using the S Pen for prolonged periods.

How it compares

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Price $333.99
Pricier than about 73% of the 2,409 comparable items (median $168.99).
Storage drive 256 GB
Higher than about 70% of the 1,888 comparable items (median 128 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameSamsung
Model nameS23 Ultra
Storage
Storage drive256 GB
Display
Outer display size6.8 in (17.3 cm)
Connectivity
Technology type5G
Software
Operating systemAndroid

Questions about this item

How do I insert the nano-SIM and eSIM on the SM-S918U, and what step do people often miss?

Insert the nano-SIM into the tray using the eject tool, then add the eSIM profile in Settings; the step often missed is restarting the phone after the eSIM download so the 5G + 4G LTE provisioning completes on the unlocked unit.

What maintenance or replacement will the 5000mAh battery need later?

After roughly 500 full cycles the 5000mAh cell holds noticeably less charge; a Samsung-authorised battery swap restores the original fast-charging speed and all-day runtime.

What limit appears first during sustained 200MP camera use with 100× Space Zoom?

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy throttles clock speeds once the thermal envelope is reached, so extended 200MP shooting with 100× zoom drops frame rates before the 5000mAh battery runs low.

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