Samsung Galaxy S23 vs. Apple iPhone 14: The Ultimate Flagship Phone
For many smartphone shoppers, there are only two brands worth considering—Apple and Samsung. Apple released its iPhone 14 line in September 2022, and Samsung just refreshed its flagship lineup with the Galaxy S23 series in February 2023.
The good news is that both Apple and Samsung make stellar phones, so you really can't go wrong with either of these options. But everyone has different wants and needs. We've tested all seven phones across both lines, so we're here to help you decide which one is right for you.
One of the most important factors in any buying decision is price—you want a phone that fits comfortably within your budget. Because we're comparing Apple and Samsung flagship phones, they're all fairly expensive. There are plenty of great cheap phones available, but these are certainly not among them.
The Galaxy S23 starts at $799.99, the Galaxy S23+ retails for $999.99, and the S23 Ultra comes in at $1,199.99. These base prices increase as you add more storage (and, in the case of the S23 Ultra, more RAM). Don't worry, there are plenty of deals to bring the prices down.
As for Apple's smartphones, the base iPhone 14 starts at $799, the iPhone 14 Plus lists for $899, the iPhone 14 Pro costs $999, and the iPhone 14 Pro Max goes for $1,099. As with the S23 family, you can spend more on additional storage if you feel you need it.
Although the basic prices for these phones are in the same range, Apple does have the advantage in a couple of places. For example, the $899 iPhone 14 Plus, which is about the same size as the S23+, is $100 cheaper. Similarly, Apple's top-of-the-line iPhone 14 Pro Max is available for $100 less than the base Galaxy S23 Ultra.
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