![]() ![]() I honestly don’t really understand why Samsung made one of the exclusive colors so similar to one of the regular colors, and also in one of the more safe hues. The Phantom Black is a good option if you want a dark neutral color that matches everything, and it’s definitely a pure black shade, versus Graphite, which is more of a dark gray, gunmetal-like hue. If you buy an S23 directly from Samsung’s website, you can also choose from the exclusive Lime and Graphite options. If you don’t like white shades, the other Galaxy S23 colors include Phantom Black, Lavender, and Green. For example, the Cream color really helps make the lavender flowers on my Coach case pop, as seen in the photo above. I personally like the Cream color, as it’s a light neutral tone that will go with anything and makes some case designs pop more. If you had the Phantom White S22, you’ll notice that the Cream definitely has a tad of beige to it, especially if you view them side by side together. The review unit I received is the Cream color, which is a creamy, off-white color. Samsung Galaxy S23: colors Christine Romero-Chan / Digital Trends Without a case, I found the matte glass on the back of the S23 to be a little slippery. Thanks to the lightweight feel of the Galaxy S23, I found it comfortable to hold for long periods of time and even use comfortably with one hand - though this may be in part because of a case. That’s even more the case when compared to the S23 Ultra at 8.25 ounces. At just 5.93 ounces, it’s much lighter and easier to use than my iPhone 14 Pro that clocks in at 7.27 ounces (without my case and MagSafe PopSocket). My favorite part about the S23’s design is just how comfortable the size is and how lightweight it is. The packaging and plastic screen cover are also eco-friendly. Even the speaker grille is made with sustainable materials, and some recycled glass can be found in the Gorilla Glass Victus 2. ![]() The buttons feel good, with a tactile click, and as part of Samsung’s efforts toward sustainability, are even made from recycled materials. However, the front display is flat with the frame, and the bezels are relatively thin compared to what I’m used to. The Galaxy S23 has a simple design with rounded corners and slightly curved edges, which reminds me of the old iPhone 11 design. But if you don’t want to leave anything to chance, looking at a Galaxy S23 case or Galaxy S23 screen protector certainly won’t hurt. If you tend not to use a case or screen protector on your phones, the S23 should be pretty durable. The S23 also has an IP68 rating, which means it’s fairly dust and water-resistant. Samsung uses Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on both the front and the back glass, and the glossy metal frame features Samsung’s Armor Aluminum. It’s also the same design you’ll find on the Galaxy S23 Plus and Galaxy S23 Ultra. Still, it’s a sleek, clean design that should appeal to minimalists. The bumps aren’t quite as big as seen on an iPhone, but it’s not completely flush. It no longer has the camera island housing instead, the cameras are now freely floating on the back. Unlike the Galaxy S21 and Galaxy S22 before it, the Galaxy S23 has a refreshed design that is more akin to other modern smartphones, like the iPhone 14 Pro. Samsung Galaxy S23: design Christine Romero-Chan / Digital Trends We’ll continue to regularly use the Galaxy S23 in the coming weeks and months and will update this review when necessary. Samsung provided a T-Mobile SIM card to use with the Galaxy S23. This review was written by Christine Romero-Chan after over two weeks of use in the U.S. ![]() It may be the smallest and cheapest of the S23 family, but honestly, there’s a lot to love here. I’ve been a lifelong iPhone user, but the Galaxy S23 is becoming one of my favorite alternatives since I’ve joined Digital Trends.
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