Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy A57 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Samsung Galaxy A57
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Performance
60.5
93.9 ★
Camera
76.0
100.0 ★
Battery
88.0
88.0
Gaming
61.0
94.3 ★
Overall
74.4
93.7 ★
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
93.9/100
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
100.0/100
Gaming Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
94.3/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
93.7/100
Best Value
Samsung Galaxy A57
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
🔋 Battery
Tie
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
💰 Value
🏆 Samsung Galaxy A57
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.70"
6.80"
Display Type
Super AMOLED Plus Touchscreen
Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch
Resolution
1080x2340
1440x3088
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Exynos 1680 (4 nm)
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU
Xclipse 550
Adreno 740
RAM
8 GB
12 GB
Storage
256 GB
512 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
Triple Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.56", PDAF, OIS + 12 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/3.06", 5 MP, f/2.4, (macro), LED Flash
Quad Camera: 200 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.3", PDAF, Laser AF, OIS 10 MP, f/4.9, 230mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.52", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 10x optical zoom + 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.52", dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 12 M
Selfie Camera
12 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.2", Video (4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 10-bit HDR)
12 MP
Video Recording
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, HDR, gyro-EIS
8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
5000 mAh
Charging
Fast charging 45W wired
Fast battery 45W wired, PD3.0 15W wireless (Qi/PMA), 4.5W reverse wireless
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band or tri-band,
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
6.0 with A2DP, LE
5.3 with A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Dual Sim, eSIM (Nano-SIM), (2 Nano-SIMs and eSIM, dual stand-by)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
161.5 x 76.8 x 6.9 mm
163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm
Weight
179g
233g
Build Material
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+, Mohs level 5
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Colors
Navy, Gray, Icyblue, Lilac
Green, Phantom Black, Lavender, Cream, Lime, Sky Blue, Graphite, Red,
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 16
Android 13
Our Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 93.7/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Gaming. Samsung Galaxy A57 puts up a strong fight with a score of 74.4/100. However, Samsung Galaxy A57 offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Samsung Galaxy A57
Pros
- Decent everyday performance
- All-day battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Excellent camera system
- All-day battery life
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
Cons
- Premium pricing
- Heavy (233g)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Samsung Galaxy A57 or Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is the overall winner with a score of 93.7/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Samsung Galaxy A57 or Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra wins in camera with 100.0/100 vs 76.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Both phones have similar battery performance.
Which is better for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is better for gaming with a score of 94.3/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Samsung Galaxy A57 offers better value at PKR 166,999 with a value score of 1.9.
What is the price difference between Samsung Galaxy A57 and Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?
Samsung Galaxy A57 costs PKR 166,999 while Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra costs PKR 389,999. The price difference is PKR 223,000.
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