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Samsung A23 5G reviews
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3.37out of 5
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Manufacturer codeSM-A236BZKUEUE
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About the Samsung A23 5G
Samsung SM-A236BZKUEUE is listed in the smartphones category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 16.8 cm (6.6"); internal storage capacity: 64 GB; mobile network generation: 5G; operating system installed: Android 12. This entry covers manufacturer code SM-A236BZKUEUE. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 16.8 cm (6.6") display is specified at 1080 x 2408 pixels. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
The listed maximum refresh rate is 120 Hz. A higher refresh rate can make scrolling and supported games look smoother. The rate used depends on the app and display settings, and can affect battery life.
- Screen size
- 16.8 cm (6.6")
- Screen resolution
- 1080 x 2408 pixels
- Maximum refresh rate
- 120 Hz
- Processor family
- Snapdragon
- Processor model
- 695
- Memory (RAM)
- 4 GB
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3.60 / 5Original rating: 3.6 / 5
Reviewed model: Samsung Galaxy A23 5G. Storage, colour and included accessories may differ from this listing.
Read the full review ↗Checked 20 Oct 2026
WIRED
2.50 / 5Original rating: 5 / 10
Review covers Samsung Galaxy A23 5G. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code SM-A236BZKUEUE, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 21 Oct 2026
Notebookcheck
4.00 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 80%
In review: Samsung Galaxy A23 5GSamsung has improved its affordable Galaxy A23 5G in many areas: faster charging, an even faster screen, more modern storage, optical image stabilization for the camera, greater processing power, and significantly improved...
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Read the full review ↗Excerpt and rating supplied through Icecat · Checked 17 Oct 2026
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Samsung Galaxy A23 5G review: The best display at this price
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Samsung Galaxy A23 5G Review – Great Display with Decent Processor
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Samsung A23 5G specifications
Manufacturer code: SM-A236BZKUEUE · Icecat product 101392548 · Checked 23 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 16.8 cm (6.6") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1080 x 2408 pixels |
| Maximum refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| Processor family | Snapdragon |
| Processor model | 695 |
| Memory (RAM) | 4 GB |
| Storage capacity | 64 GB |
| Mobile network generation | 5G |
| Rear camera resolution | 50 MP |
| Battery capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Operating system installed | Android 12 |
| NFC | Yes |
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Audio & listening1 detail
| Speakerphone | Yes |
|---|
Display8 details
| Screen shape | Flat |
|---|---|
| Panel type | PLS |
| Display glass type | Gorilla Glass |
| Display number of colours | 16 million colours |
| Contrast ratio (typical) | 1200:1 |
| Display brightness | 480 cd/m² |
| Touchscreen type | Capacitive |
| Rounded display corners | Yes |
Processor, memory & storage6 details
| Processor cores | 8 |
|---|---|
| Processor frequency | 1.8 GHz |
| Processor boost frequency | 2.2 GHz |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Maximum frame rate | 120 fps |
| Panorama | Yes |
Camera, image & video19 details
| Second rear camera resolution (numeric) | 5 MP |
|---|---|
| Third rear camera resolution (numeric) | 2 MP |
| Fourth rear camera resolution (numeric) | 2 MP |
| Rear camera aperture number | 1.8 |
| Second rear camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Third rear camera aperture number | 2.4 |
| Fourth rear camera aperture number | 2.4 |
| Digital zoom | 10x |
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 8 MP |
| Front camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Rear camera flash | Yes |
| Video capture resolution (max) | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Resolution at capture speed | 1280x720@120fps, 1920x1080@30fps |
| Video recording modes | 720p, 1080p |
| Rear camera type | Quad camera |
| Auto focus | Yes |
| Image stabilizer | Yes |
| Image stabilizer type | Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) |
Connections & wireless13 details
| SIM card capability | Dual SIM |
|---|---|
| SIM card type | NanoSIM |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.1 |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| USB port | Yes |
| USB connector type | USB Type-C |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| Headphone connectivity | 3.5 mm |
| User interface (UI) | One UI 4.1 |
| Browsing time (Wi-Fi) (max) | 23 h |
Power & battery4 details
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
|---|---|
| Talk time (4G) (max) | 44 h |
| Stated music playback time | 157 h |
| Continuous video playback time (max) | 24 h |
Controls & features4 details
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
|---|---|
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Geomagnetic sensor | Yes |
Design & dimensions6 details
| Form factor | Bar |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Width | 76.9 mm |
| Depth | 8.4 mm |
| Height | 165.4 mm |
| Weight | 197 g |
Software & compatibility3 details
| 3G bands supported | 850,900,1900,2100 MHz |
|---|---|
| 4G bands supported | 700,800,850,900,1500,1800,1900,2100,2300,2500,2600 MHz |
| 5G bands supported | 700,800,900,1800,2100,2300,2500,2600,3500,3700 MHz |
Further product details26 details
| Gorilla Glass version | Gorilla Glass 5 |
|---|---|
| Native aspect ratio | 20:9 |
| Pixel density | 401 ppi |
| User memory | 45.5 GB |
| Maximum memory card size | 1 TB |
| Memory card slot type | Hybrid slot |
| Flash type | LED |
| Night mode | Yes |
| 3G standards | UMTS, WCDMA |
| 4G standard | LTE-TDD & LTE-FDD |
| Subscription type | No subscription |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| BeiDou | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS) | Yes |
| Position location | Yes |
| Vibrating alert | Yes |
| Platform | Android |
| Browsing time (4G) (max) | 22 h |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Repairability index | 8.1 |
| Head SAR (EU) | 1.492 W/kg |
| Body SAR (EU) | 1.251 W/kg |
| Extremities SAR (EU) | 2.84 W/kg |
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