Oppo Find X6 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: The Ultimate Flagship Battle

The Oppo Find X6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra represent the pinnacle of smartphone technology. Both boast powerful processors, stunning displays, and impressive camera systems, but which one truly deserves your money? This comprehensive comparison dives deep into every aspect to help you decide.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Oppo Find X6 Pro offers blazing-fast charging, a brighter display, and potentially better value. However, the S23 Ultra’s software, broader ecosystem, and slightly longer active use battery life give it a slight edge for many users. It's a close call, depending on your priorities.

PHONES
Phone Names Oppo Find X6 Pro Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 661, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International
5G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 75, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5GHSPA, LTE (up to 7CA), 5G
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5GGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
 CDMA2000 1x 1, 7, 28, 41, 66, 71, 78, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - USA
Launch
Announced2023, March 212023, February 01
StatusAvailable. Released 2023, March 24Available. Released 2023, February 17
Body
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5) or eco leather back, aluminum frameGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame
Dimensions164.8 x 76.2 x 9.1 mm or 9.5 mm163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm (6.43 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Weight216 g or 218 g (7.62 oz)234 g (8.25 oz)
 IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) Armor aluminum frame with tougher drop and scratch resistance (advertised) Stylus (Bluetooth integration, accelerometer, gyro)
Display
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass Victus 2Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Resolution1440 x 3168 pixels (~510 ppi density)1440 x 3088 pixels, 19.3:9 ratio (~500 ppi density)
Size6.82 inches, 113.0 cm2 (~90.0% screen-to-body ratio)6.8 inches, 114.7 cm2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeLTPO3 AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1500 nits (HBM), 2500 nits (peak)Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits (HBM), 1750 nits (peak)
 -Always-on display
Platform
CPUOcta-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
ChipsetQualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPUAdreno 740Adreno 740
OSAndroid 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, ColorOS 14Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 8
Memory
Card slotNoNo
Internal256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM
 UFS 4.0UFS 4.0
Main Camera
FeaturesLaser AF, color spectrum sensor, Hasselblad Color Calibration, LED flash, HDR, panoramaLaser AF, LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
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
Single-12 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), Dual Pixel PDAF
Triple50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1.0"-type, 1.6µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.6, 65mm (periscope telephoto), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, 2.8x optical zoom, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 110˚ (ultrawide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF-
Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps; gyro-EIS; HDR, 10‑bit video, Dolby Vision8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS
Selfie camera
FeaturesPanoramaHDR, HDR10+
Single32 MP, f/2.4, 21mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm, PDAF12 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF
Video4K@30fps, gyro-EIS4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps
Sound
3.5mm jack NoNo
35mm jackNoNo
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
 -32-bit/384kHz audio Tuned by AKG
Comms
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD5.3, A2DP, LE
Infrared portYes-
NFCYesYes
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 3.1, OTGUSB Type-C 3.2, OTG
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Features
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compassFingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
 -Samsung DeX, Samsung Wireless DeX (desktop experience support) Bixby natural language commands and dictation Samsung Pay (Visa, MasterCard certified) Ultra Wideband (UWB) support
Battery
Charging100W wired, PD, 45% in 10 min, 100% in 30 min 50W wireless, 50% in 22 min, 100% in 51 min 10W reverse wireless45W wired, PD3.0, 65% in 30 min 15W wireless (Qi) 4.5W reverse wireless
TypeLi-Po 5000 mAhLi-Ion 5000 mAh
Misc
ColorsBlack, Green, BrownPhantom Black, Green, Cream, Lavender, Graphite, Sky Blue, Lime, Red, BMW M Edition
ModelsPGEM110, PGEM10SM-S918B, SM-S918B/DS, SM-S918U, SM-S918U1, SM-S918W, SM-S918N, SM-S9180, SM-S918E, SM-S918E/DS
PriceAbout 820 EUR€ 549.90 / $ 454.99 / £ 433.00
SAR-1.12 W/kg (head)     0.92 W/kg (body)
SAR EU-0.96 W/kg (head)     1.40 W/kg (body)
Tests
Battery life Endurance rating 114h Endurance rating 126h
Camera Photo / Video Photo / Video
Display Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker -25.1 LUFS (Very good) -25.6 LUFS (Very good)
Performance AnTuTu: 1294797 (v9) GeekBench: 4791 (v5.1), 5226 (v6) GFXBench: 60fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) AnTuTu: 1241531 (v9) GeekBench: 4927 (v5.1) GFXBench: 67fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Oppo Find X6 Pro

  • Blazing-fast 100W wired charging
  • Brighter display (1318 nits)
  • Potentially superior main camera sensor
  • Excellent value

  • Less established software ecosystem
  • Reverse wireless charging is slower

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

  • Strong software support and updates
  • Versatile camera system with excellent zoom
  • Slightly longer active use battery life
  • Established ecosystem

  • Slower charging speeds (45W wired)
  • Higher price point

Display Comparison

Both phones feature stunning AMOLED displays with excellent color accuracy and infinite contrast ratios. However, the Oppo Find X6 Pro takes the lead with a measured peak brightness of 1318 nits, significantly exceeding the S23 Ultra's 1274 nits. While both are excellent, the Find X6 Pro's brightness provides a noticeable advantage in outdoor visibility.

Camera Comparison

Both phones have exceptional camera systems. The S23 Ultra benefits from Samsung's established image processing and versatile zoom capabilities. The Find X6 Pro is rumored to have a superior main sensor and excels in low-light photography. A direct comparison requires extensive testing, but both are capable of producing stunning images and videos.

Performance

Both devices are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, but the S23 Ultra has a slightly higher clocked prime core (3.36 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). In real-world usage, the difference is minimal, and both phones offer exceptional performance for gaming, multitasking, and demanding applications. Thermal management is generally good on both.

Battery Life

The Oppo Find X6 Pro boasts an impressive endurance rating of 114h, while the S23 Ultra achieves 126h. However, the S23 Ultra's active use score of 13:24h suggests slightly better real-world battery life. The Find X6 Pro's 100W wired charging is significantly faster than the S23 Ultra's 45W, and its 50W wireless charging is also quicker.

Buying Guide

The Oppo Find X6 Pro is ideal for users prioritizing charging speed, display brightness, and camera performance, especially those comfortable with a less mainstream Android experience. The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is perfect for those deeply invested in the Samsung ecosystem, needing a versatile camera system, and valuing software stability and long-term support.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Which phone has better low-light camera performance?
While both are excellent, the Oppo Find X6 Pro is rumored to have a superior main sensor, potentially leading to better low-light performance.
❓ Is the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra worth the extra cost?
It depends on your priorities. If you value software support, ecosystem integration, and a versatile zoom camera, the S23 Ultra is worth the investment. If you prioritize charging speed and display brightness, the Find X6 Pro offers excellent value.