Phone Comparisons: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Vs Huawei Mate 50 Pro
© AH Android Headlines Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Huawei Mate 50 Pro ComparisonThis time we are here to compare the best of Samsung and Huawei right now. In other words, we are comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra with the Huawei Mate 50 Pro. Both are big and bold smartphone offerings from both companies. However, they are very different in many ways. They look completely different and feel completely different in the hand. Their internals are completely different, as is the software.
First, we will list their characteristics and then compare them in different categories. We compare their design, display, performance, battery life, cameras and audio quality as usual. Before we start, please note that the Mate 50 Pro comes without Google services, which includes Huawei services. For this reason, let's start.
Detailed description
| Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | Huawei Mate 50 Pro | |
| Screen size | 6.8 inch QHD+ AMOLED 2X dynamic display (curved, 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, LTPO, up to 1Hz, 1750nit peak brightness) | 6.74-inch QHD+ curved OLED display (120Hz refresh rate) |
| Screen quality | 3080x1440 | 2616x1212 |
| Soc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ 1st Gen |
| SAT | 8GB/12GB (LPDDR5X) | 8 GB (LPDDR5) |
| Storage | 256GB/512GB/1TB Expandable (UFS 4.0) | Expandable 256/512 GB (UFS 3.1) |
| Rear cameras | 200 MP (f/1.7 aperture, 24mm lens, 0.6µm pixel size, multi-directional phase detection autofocus, laser autofocus, OIS) 12 MP (Ultra Wide, Dual Pixel AF, 120-degree field of view, f/2.2 aperture, 1.4µm pixel size) 10 MP (telephoto, dual-pixel autofocus, OIS, f/2.4 aperture, 1.12µm pixel size, 70mm lens, 3x optical zoom) 10 MP (Telephoto, Dual Pixel AF, OIS, f/4.9 aperture, 1.22µm pixel size, 230mm lens, 10x optical zoom, 100x spatial zoom) | 50 MP (f/1.4-f/4.0, 24mm lens, wide angle, OIS, PDAF, laser autofocus) 13 MP (f/2.2 aperture, 13mm len, 120-degree field of view, ultra-wide, PDAF) 64 MP (f/3.5 aperture, 90mm lens, OIS, PDAF, 3.5x optical zoom) |
| Front cameras | 12 MP (f/2.2 aperture, 26mm lens, Dual Pixel PDAF) | 13 MP (ultra-wide, f/2.4, 18mm lens) TOF 3D (Depth/Biometrics) |
| Battery | 5000mAh non-removable, 45W wired charging, 15W Qi wireless charging, 4.5W PowerShare wireless charging Charger not included. | 4700mAh non-removable, 66W wired charging, 50W wireless charging, 5W reverse wireless charging Bootloader included. |
| Measurements | 163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm | 162.1 x 75.5 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight | 234 grams | 205 grams (vegan leather) / 209 grams (glass). |
| Communication | 5G, LTE, NFC, Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi, USB Type-C | 4G LTE, NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, Wi-Fi, USB Type-C |
| Security | Bottom fingerprint scanner (ultrasound) | In-display fingerprint scanner (optical) |
| operating system | Android 13 User interface 5.1 | Android 12 EMUI 13 |
| PRICE | $1199.99/$1299/$1399/TBC (1TB) | 1299 euros |
| buy now | Samsung | Huawei |
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Huawei Mate 50 Pro: Design
Once you see these two phones, you will see that they are very different. The Galaxy S23 Ultra has sharp edges and the top and bottom edges are completely flat. The phone is made of metal and glass. On the other hand, the Huawei Mate 50 Pro has curved corners and an overall sleek design. The frame is made of metal and the back of the phone is made of vegan leather or glass. Please note that we have redesigned the model with a vegan leather back panel.
The Samsung flagship is slightly taller, wider and slightly thicker than the Huawei Mate 50 Pro. It weighs more than the glass and vegan leather Mate 50 Pro models. It weighs 234 grams, while the two Mate 50 Pro models mentioned above weigh 209 and 205 grams. The skin of the vegan Mate 50 Pro we reviewed is more slippery than the Galaxy S23 Ultra, which is no surprise. And yes, you can feel the weight of the Galaxy S23 Ultra in comparison.
The Galaxy S23 Ultra has a hole for the camera in the middle, while the Mate 50 Pro has a notch at the top. Both devices have very thin shafts. Their rear camera modules are very different. Each camera takes pride of place directly on the back of the Galaxy S23 Ultra. The Mate 50 Pro has a circular rear camera that houses all the phone's cameras and sensors. Both phones scream "premium". They look like very well-built premium phones and both are IP68 certified for water and dust resistance.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Huawei Mate 50 Pro: Display
The Galaxy S23 Ultra has a 6.8-inch QHD+ (3088 x 1440) dynamic AMOLED 2X display. This panel is slightly curved and offers a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. It also supports HDR10+ content and is very bright. The maximum brightness of this panel reaches 1750 nits. Gorilla Glass is located on the front of the Victos 2 as it protects the screen.
© Android Headline Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra AM AH 09 ReviewOn the other hand, the Huawei Mate 50 Pro has a 6.74-inch OLED screen with a resolution of 2616 x 1212. This panel displays 1 billion colors and offers a refresh rate of 120 Hz. However, this is not an LTPO panel. The display aspect ratio of the phone is 19.5:9 and curved. This panel is protected by Huawei Kunlun Glass and has proven to be very durable, even in direct tests with the Galaxy S23 Ultra.
The Galaxy S23 Ultra now technically has a better screen as it offers an adaptive refresh rate and is slightly brighter outdoors. However, to be honest, the Huawei Mate 50 Pro has such a nice panel that most people won't notice the difference. You'll notice this when you're in direct sunlight, but the Mate 50 Pro gets plenty of light. It also provides excellent face protection. Both of these screens are very good. Bright colors, excellent viewing angles and good touch response.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Huawei Mate 50 Pro: Performance
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy runs on the Galaxy S23 Ultra. One of the best chips on the market, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is basically a slimmer version of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. The phone has 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 flash storage. Mate 50 Pro is equipped with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and the phone has 8GB LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 flash storage.
Technically, the Galaxy S23 Ultra is a more powerful phone. It is new and has more powerful performance related internals. Hence, it is technically promising as well. The Huawei Mate 50 Pro is no joke, and you probably won't notice a difference in performance in terms of greater power. Just like the Galaxy S23 Ultra, the Mate 50 Pro will go through everything you throw at it. This Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is a great chip with high power consumption.
When it comes to daily tasks, both phones are very fast. Opening and closing programs, browsing, using media, editing photos and videos... and more, they both do their job well. Same with games, both phones can run even the most demanding games. If you're a power user, you might notice some differences, but both phones are more than capable. We were surprised by the play on both sides.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Huawei Mate 50 Pro: Battery
The Galaxy S23 Ultra has a 5000 mAh internal battery. Huawei Mate 50 Pro uses a 4700 mAh battery. The Huawei Mate 50 Pro's battery life isn't bad at all, but the Galaxy S23 Ultra beats almost every other flagship out there right now. The OnePlus 11 can compete in this regard, but the battery life of the Galaxy S23 Ultra is insane. We were able to get through 9-10 hours on the phone without any problems. Usually the Mate 50 Pro works for 7 to 8 hours.
Note that these numbers usually do not include games, but include many other things. This applies to image editing, video editing, browsing, media consumption, messaging, social networking and more. Gaming and other CPU-intensive tasks take a huge toll on battery life. If this is not clear, it involves mutual understanding. Your mileage may also vary as we have different usage patterns, different applications and signal strength etc.
Mate 50 Pro is better than Galaxy S23 Ultra when it comes to battery charging. Huawei Mate 50 Pro not only comes with a charger in the box, but also supports 66W wired charging, 50W wireless charging and 5W reverse wireless charging. The Galaxy S23 doesn't include an Ultra Charger, but it supports 45W wired charging, 15W wireless and 4.5W reverse wireless charging.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Huawei Mate 50 Pro: Camera
Both these smartphones offer excellent camera hardware and good camera performance, but… they are completely different. The Galaxy S23 Ultra has a 200MP main camera, a 12MP ultra-wide-angle camera (120-degree field of view), a 10MP telephoto lens (3x optical zoom), and a 10MP periscope telephoto lens (10x). Optical zoom, multi-position zoom 100). Huawei Mate 50 Pro has a 50MP main camera (f/1.4-f/4.0 aperture), a 13MP ultra-wide camera (120-degree field of view) and a 64MP periscope telephoto lens (3.5x). optical amplification). , 100x digital zoom).
© Android Title AH Huawei Mate 50 Pro Picture 35These two phones have completely different approaches to photography. This is not a complete review, so we will only focus on the most important aspects. The Galaxy S23 Ultra does a great job with its primary camera. It offers plenty of detail and you can always use the full 200MP mode if you want more. It does a good job with neon signs and HDR in most cases. The adjustable opening of the Huawei Mate 50 Pro is nothing short of amazing. The phone adjusts the situation and takes a picture. It's still one of the most durable smartphone cameras we've used. It does a good job with HDR and low light.
The ultra-wide cameras on both phones are excellent and mostly in line with flagships in terms of color science. The Galaxy S23 Ultra wins in video recording, but not by much. It also wins with Periscope, but it's very close. We actually think the Huawei Mate 50 Pro's main and ultra-wide cameras are more stable and rarely fail. So... you decide, both are good in the field of cameras.
Audio
Each of these devices has a set of stereo speakers. They offer excellent speakers, better than most. The sound is loud and has many details. You get some bass from both phones and no noticeable distortion. We have nothing to complain about here.
However, if you want an audio jack, you won't find it here or on any other phone. You must use Type-C port on both phones for wired connection. For wireless connectivity, the Galaxy S23 Ultra and Huawei Mate 50 Pro feature Bluetooth 5.3 and 5.2 respectively.
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