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Nokia 7 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right phone.
Nokia 7 Plus
Nokia
Nokia 7 Plus
8.1 / 10
Compass Score
From 37 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

7 Plus

If you’re on the hunt for the perfect mid-tier phone and don’t mind a little extra heft to your mobile phone, the Nokia 7 plus is a solid option with virtually no downsides.

+
Good
+ Great display contrast
+ Excellent, reassuring build quality
+ 3.5mm headphone jack
+ microSD or dual SIM support
+ Generous onboard storage
+ Android One
+ 1.5+ day battery
−
Not
− No waterproofing
− Weak low-light camera performance and HDR

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

7 Plus
Galaxy S23 Ultra
Price (MSRP)
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Price (MSRP)
$1,199
OS
Android
OS
Android
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 Octa core
Processor
Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) Octa-core
Camera zoom
2×
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
183g (6.5 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

7 Plus
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
7 Plus
6.2" × 3"
Galaxy S23 Ultra
6.4" × 3.1"
Thickness · to scale
7 Plus
0.4"
Galaxy S23 Ultra
0.4"
Height
6.2" (158.4 mm)
Height
6.4" (163.4 mm)
Width
3" (75.6 mm)
Width
3.1" (78.1 mm)
Depth
0.4" (9.5 mm)
Depth
0.4" (8.9 mm)
Weight
183g (6.5 oz)
Weight
234g (8.3 oz)
Screen
6"
Screen
6.8"

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

Common questions

7 Plus vs Galaxy S23 Ultra: FAQ

Which is better, the 7 Plus or Galaxy S23 Ultra?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the Galaxy S23 Ultra earns a Compass Score of 9.0 compared to 8.1 for the 7 Plus. That 0.9-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.
Should I buy the 7 Plus or the Galaxy S23 Ultra?
Our critics' take on the 7 Plus: "If you’re on the hunt for the perfect mid-tier phone and don’t mind a little extra heft to your mobile phone, the Nokia 7 plus is a solid option with virtually no downsides." On the Galaxy S23 Ultra: "A powerhouse phone featuring a versatile triple-camera system and enduring battery life." Both phones have clear strengths in different areas; scroll through the comparison above to see which trade-offs align with your priorities.

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