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Samsung Galaxy S23 UltraeSIM Support and Specs

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra supports eSIM. Review Samsung 5G compatibility, key device specs, SIM details, battery, display, camera and network bands for encryptSIM. Released 2023, February 17.

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At a glance

Key device specs

eSIM: Ready for instant activation
Network: GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Display: 6.8", 1440x3088 pixels
Camera: 200 MP, 4320p
Chipset: Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Battery: 5000 mAh, 45W 15W
Storage: 256GB/512GB/1TB storage, no card slot

Does Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra support eSIM?

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is listed as an eSIM-capable device in the encryptSIM device catalog.

eSIM supported

eSIM facts

Active eSIMs: 2 at once
Stored eSIMs: Varies by model
SIM variants: 2 variants

· Nano-SIM + eSIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)

Connectivity profile

GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International
Available. Released 2023, February 17

Install flow

Confirm device model and regional SIM variant.
Buy an encryptSIM plan for the destination.
Scan the QR code and activate mobile data.

Device FAQ

Common questions about Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

Does Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra support eSIM?

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is listed as an eSIM-capable device in the encryptSIM device catalog. eSIM availability can still vary by region, carrier, firmware, and hardware variant.

Can I use encryptSIM with Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?

Yes. If your Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra model is unlocked and supports eSIM in your region, you can install an encryptSIM eSIM data plan on it.

Does Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra support 5G?

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is listed with 5G support. Actual 5G availability depends on the local network, plan, bands, and coverage.

What SIM setup does Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra use?

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra SIM details: · Nano-SIM + eSIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time).

Which operating system does Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra use?

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is listed with Android 13, up to 4 major upgrades, One UI 8. Software updates and regional firmware can affect setup flows and carrier options.

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Technical details

Detailed Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra specifications

Network Architecture

Technology: GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
2g Bands: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Other: CDMA 800 / 1900 & TD-SCDMA
3g Bands: HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
Other 2: CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
4g Bands: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International
Other 3: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 - USA
5g Bands: 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International
Other 4: 1, 7, 28, 41, 66, 71, 78, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - USA
Speed: HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G

Launch & Availability

Announced: 2023, February 01
Status: Available. Released 2023, February 17

Physical Attributes

Dimensions: 163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm (6.43 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)
Weight: 234 g (8.25 oz)
Build: Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Sim: · Nano-SIM + eSIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Other: IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) Armor aluminum frame Stylus (Bluetooth integration, accelerometer, gyro)

Display Performance

Type: Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (HBM), 1750 nits (peak)
Size: 6.8 inches, 114.7 cm 2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution: 1440 x 3088 pixels, 19.3:9 ratio (~500 ppi density)
Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2

Platform

Os: Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 8
Chipset: Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Cpu: Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
Gpu: Adreno 740

Memory

Card Slot: No
Internal: 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM
Other: UFS 4.0

Main Camera

Quad: 200 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.3", 0.6µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 10 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.52", 1.12µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 10 MP, f/4.9, 230mm (periscope telephoto), 1/3.52", 1.12µm, PDAF, OIS, 10x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, Super Steady video
Features: Laser AF, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Video: 8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS

Selfie Camera

Single: 12 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF
Features: HDR, HDR10+
Video: 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps

Sound

Loudspeaker: Yes, with stereo speakers
3 5mm Jack: No
Other: High-bitrate audio support

Connectivity

Wlan: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE
Positioning: GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
Nfc: Yes
Radio: No
Usb: USB Type-C 3.2, OTG

Features

Sensors: Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Other: Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support) Ultra Wideband (UWB) support

Battery

Type: Li-Ion 5000 mAh
Charging: 45W wired, PD3.0, 65% in 30 min 15W wireless (Qi) 4.5W reverse wireless

Misc

Colors: Phantom Black, Green, Cream, Lavender, Graphite, Sky Blue, Lime, Red, BMW M Edition
Models: SM-S918B, SM-S918B/DS, SM-S918U, SM-S918U1, SM-S918W, SM-S918N, SM-S9180, SM-S918E, SM-S918E/DS
Sar: 1.12 W/kg (head) 0.92 W/kg (body)
Sar Eu: 0.96 W/kg (head) 1.40 W/kg (body)
Price: $ 489.99 / € 449.99 / £ 448.16

Key device specs

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Install flow

Common questions about Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

Does Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra support eSIM?

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Does Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra support 5G?

What SIM setup does Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra use?

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Platform

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