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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Note8 Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right phone.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
9.0 / 10
Compass Score
From 107 critic reviews
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Samsung Galaxy Note8
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Note8
8.9 / 10
Compass Score
From 86 critic reviews
Full review →
Verdict

Pros & cons

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

Galaxy Note8

+
Good
+ Bright, vivid screen
+ Blazing performance
+ Plenty of storage
+ S-Pen support
+ IP68 water and dustproofing
+ Great camera
−
Not
− So-so battery life
− Price
− Too big for one-handed use
− Awkward fingerprint scanner placement
− Bixby still inaccurate
Spec data

How they compare

Galaxy S23 Ultra
Galaxy Note8
Price (MSRP)
$1,199
Price (MSRP)
$929
OS
Android
OS
Android
Processor
Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) Octa-core
Processor
Qualcomm MSM8998 napdragon 835 Octa core
Camera zoom
—
Camera zoom
2×
Battery life
—
Battery life
—
Wired charging
45W
Wired charging
—
Wireless charging
10W
Wireless charging
—
Display
Color
Display
Color
Software support
—
Software support
—
Repairability
—
Repairability
—
Weight
234g (8.3 oz)
Weight
195g (6.9 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

Galaxy S23 Ultra
Galaxy Note8
DxOMark v5
140
photo 139 · video 137
DxOMark v5
—
AnTuTu v10
—
AnTuTu v10
—
GSMArena endurance
—
GSMArena endurance
—
iFixit repairability
—
iFixit repairability
—
Physical comparison

Size & weight

Footprint · to scale
Galaxy S23 Ultra
6.4" × 3.1"
Galaxy Note8
6.4" × 3"
Thickness · to scale
Galaxy S23 Ultra
0.4"
Galaxy Note8
0.4"
Height
6.4" (163.4 mm)
Height
6.4" (162 mm)
Width
3.1" (78.1 mm)
Width
3" (75 mm)
Depth
0.4" (8.9 mm)
Depth
0.4" (9 mm)
Weight
234g (8.3 oz)
Weight
195g (6.9 oz)
Screen
6.8"
Screen
6.3"

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

Common questions

Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Galaxy Note8: FAQ

Which is better, the Galaxy S23 Ultra or Galaxy Note8?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the Galaxy S23 Ultra earns a Compass Score of 9.0 compared to 8.9 for the Galaxy Note8. That 0.1-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 Galaxy S23 Ultra or Galaxy Note8?
The Galaxy Note8 launches at $929, which is $270 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 →