The host of the SuperSaf YouTube channel talked about how the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra and S23 Ultra are actually different from each other and how much they have actually changed. Does it make sense to replace the S21 Ultra with a new one?
The S23 Ultra is slightly larger and also slightly heavier than its predecessor: 234g versus 228g. Both smartphones have IP68 water protection. The glass is slightly stronger on the S23 Ultra compared to the S21 Ultra.
Either way, you get a stunning image. The difference between the devices is that the peak brightness (1750 nits vs. 1500 nits) is higher on the new model. The S23 Ultra also has a refresh rate of 1 to 120 Hz (the S21 Ultra has 10 to 120 Hz).
Cameras in smartphones are similar. These are the front lens (S21 Ultra – 40 MP, S23 Ultra – 12 MP), main camera (108 MP for S21 Ultra and 200 MP for S23 Ultra), ultra wide angle (12 MP in both cases), telephoto lens and periscope lens (10MP each). both smartphones).
In general, the S23 Ultra performed better in low light and portrait mode (talking about the front camera) than the S21 Ultra. In terms of fixed lenses, the S23 Ultra has better dynamic range than its predecessor, spends less time shooting at night and captures more details.
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In terms of video, the S23 Ultra is noticeably better than the S21 Ultra. This can be seen when shooting at night. In addition, the S23 Ultra can record video at 8K 30fps and has an enhanced portrait mode (shooting with background blur). It is better at an innovation and stabilization. The S23 Ultra even has an astrophoto mode.
The S21 Ultra can have one of the following processors: Snapdragon 888 5G (for USA) or Exynos 2100. The S23 Ultra is equipped with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. in games and daily use.
Although the battery capacity in both cases is 5000 mAh, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra lasts longer. Working time is approximately 20-25% longer.
In terms of charging power, things haven’t changed much. The S21 Ultra supports a maximum charge of 25W, while the S23 Ultra supports 45W.
The maximum amount of permanent memory for the S21 Ultra is 512 GB, for the S23 Ultra – 1 TB. Also, in both cases it is impossible to expand the memory.
If you already have an S21 Ultra, it might be a good decision to replace it with the S23 Ultra. But only if you need some new features, a more powerful processor.
Source: Ferra
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