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Fairphone 6+ vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right phone.
Fairphone 6+
Fairphone
Fairphone 6+
7.8 / 10
Compass Score
From 9 critic reviews
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
9.0 / 10
Compass Score
From 107 critic reviews
Full review →
Verdict

Pros & cons

Fairphone 6+

Galaxy S23 Ultra

A powerhouse phone featuring a versatile triple-camera system and enduring battery life.

+
Good
+ Impressive 200MP camera
+ Long-lasting battery
+ Built-in S Pen
+ Fast performance
+ Durable design
−
Not
− High price point
− Bulky design
− Charging not included
− Slight shutter lag
− Color saturation issues
Spec data

How they compare

Choosing the cheaper Fairphone 6+ means giving up most on: Wired charging

Fairphone 6+
Galaxy S23 Ultra
Price (MSRP)
$649
$108/yr of support
Price (MSRP)
$1,199
OS
Android
OS
Android
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 QC7635PRO Octa-core
Processor
Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) Octa-core
Camera zoom
2×
Camera zoom
—
Battery life
—
Battery life
—
Wired charging
30W
Wired charging
45W
Wireless charging
—
Wireless charging
10W
Display
Color, 120Hz
1400 nits peak
Display
Color
Software support
Until 2032
6 years guaranteed
Software support
—
Repairability
10/10
iFixit
Repairability
—
Weight
193g (6.8 oz)
Weight
234g (8.3 oz)
Fingerprint
Yes
Fingerprint
Yes
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Third-party data

Testing & benchmarks

Fairphone 6+
Galaxy S23 Ultra
DxOMark v5
—
DxOMark v5
140
photo 139 · video 137
AnTuTu v10
1.10M
AnTuTu v10
—
GSMArena endurance
—
GSMArena endurance
—
iFixit repairability
10/10
iFixit repairability
—
Physical comparison

Size & weight

Footprint · to scale
Fairphone 6+
6.2" × 2.9"
Galaxy S23 Ultra
6.4" × 3.1"
Thickness · to scale
Fairphone 6+
0.4"
Galaxy S23 Ultra
0.4"
Height
6.2" (156.6 mm)
Height
6.4" (163.4 mm)
Width
2.9" (73.3 mm)
Width
3.1" (78.1 mm)
Depth
0.4" (9.6 mm)
Depth
0.4" (8.9 mm)
Weight
193g (6.8 oz)
Weight
234g (8.3 oz)
Screen
6.31"
Screen
6.8"

Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.

Common questions

Fairphone 6+ vs Galaxy S23 Ultra: FAQ

Which is better, the Fairphone 6+ or Galaxy S23 Ultra?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the Galaxy S23 Ultra earns a Compass Score of 9.0 compared to 7.8 for the Fairphone 6+. That 1.2-point gap reflects stronger reviews across the board, though individual priorities like camera quality, battery life, or price could tip the scales the other way. Scores aggregate dozens of expert opinions, so they are a useful starting point, not the final word.
Which phone is more affordable, the Fairphone 6+ or Galaxy S23 Ultra?
The Fairphone 6+ launches at $649, which is $550 less than the Galaxy S23 Ultra at $1,199. Street prices shift after launch, so check current deals for both phones before deciding.

Specifications sourced from manufacturers and third-party databases. Last updated October 2026. Suggest a correction →