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HTC 10 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right phone.
HTC 10
HTC
HTC 10
8.5 / 10
Compass Score
From 57 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

HTC 10

+
Good
+ Great design
+ Flawless performance
+ Stock-like Android experience
+ microSD and Adoptable Storage support
+ Good battery life
+ QuickCharge 3.0
+ Clear display
−
Not
− Dim display
− Sketchy Wi-Fi reception
− Color accuracy issues with camera
− Non-removable battery
− Price

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

HTC 10
Galaxy S23 Ultra
Price (MSRP)
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Price (MSRP)
$1,199
OS
Android
OS
Android
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 Quad core
Processor
Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) Octa-core
Camera zoom
—
Camera zoom
—
Battery life
—
Battery life
—
Wired charging
—
Wired charging
45W
Wireless charging
—
Wireless charging
10W
Display
Color
Display
Color
Software support
—
Software support
—
Repairability
—
Repairability
—
Weight
161g (5.7 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

HTC 10
Galaxy S23 Ultra
DxOMark v5
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DxOMark v5
140
photo 139 · video 137
AnTuTu v10
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AnTuTu v10
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GSMArena endurance
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GSMArena endurance
—
iFixit repairability
—
iFixit repairability
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Physical comparison

Size & weight

Footprint · to scale
HTC 10
0.6" × 0.3"
Galaxy S23 Ultra
6.4" × 3.1"
Thickness · to scale
HTC 10
0"
Galaxy S23 Ultra
0.4"
Height
0.6" (14.6 mm)
Height
6.4" (163.4 mm)
Width
0.3" (7.2 mm)
Width
3.1" (78.1 mm)
Depth
0" (0.3 mm)
Depth
0.4" (8.9 mm)
Weight
161g (5.7 oz)
Weight
234g (8.3 oz)
Screen
5.2"
Screen
6.8"

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

Common questions

HTC 10 vs Galaxy S23 Ultra: FAQ

Which is better, the HTC 10 or Galaxy S23 Ultra?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the Galaxy S23 Ultra earns a Compass Score of 9.0 compared to 8.5 for the HTC 10. That 0.5-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.

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