Table of Contents
Samsung might have the most Android phones, but OnePlus is the company that started the trend of “flagship killers.” The OnePlus 11 is the newest and best phone from the original flagship killer. This year, the BBK sub-brand is getting back to basics and focusing on just one flagship phone to get it through the year.
On the other side of the ring is the Samsung Galaxy S23, which is the latest compact flagship phone from the Korean company and competes with OnePlus in the same value flagship space. Both phones have their good points and have been improved a lot this year, which makes it hard to choose between them. Follow along as we help you find your way through the OnePlus 11 vs. Samsung Galaxy S23 debate and come to a decision.
Samsung Galaxy S23+ vs. OnePlus 11 Comparison Table
| Samsung Galaxy S23+ | OnePlus 11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Display | DCI-P3 Always-On Display | DCI-P3 Always-On Display DC Dimming |
| RAM | 8 GB | 12, 16 GB |
| Storage | 128GB or 256GB No microSD card support | 128GB UFS 3.1, or 256GB UFS 4.0 No microSD card support |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 740 | Qualcomm Adreno 740 |
| Front Camera | 10MP wide ƒ2.2 80-degree FoV | 16MP f/2.45, 1.0 μm, Sony IMX471 |
| Rear Camera | 8K at 24/30FPS 4K at 30/60fps | 8K at 24fps (main lens only) 4K at 30/60fps |
| Battery | 3,900mAh battery | 5,000mAh battery |
| Price | $799 | $699 |
Samsung Galaxy S23+ vs. OnePlus 11: Design
Samsung has kept the same design for the Galaxy S23+ for the past few years. The front of the phone is made entirely of glass, except for a few thin, even edges. The hole-punch front-facing camera is in the middle of the display near the top bezel. If you turn it over, you’ll see that it has a flat back and three lenses that stick out. Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and armour aluminium cover the Galaxy S23+ to protect it from the occasional drop.
With its design, OnePlus did something a little different. The display, which curves as you get closer to the edges, takes up most of the front of the device. The selfie camera is in the upper-left corner. The large circular camera housing on the back is OnePlus’s unique design feature. It flows towards the edge like a waterfall, and the company’s choice of design is likely to divide people. You can buy this phone from its official website.
Samsung Galaxy S23+ vs. OnePlus 11: Display
Samsung’s phones usually have the best screens in the business, and the Galaxy S23+ is no exception. It has a 6.6-inch AMOLED screen with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 (390ppi) and a refresh rate of 120Hz (48Hz-120Hz). It can get as bright as 1,750 nits at its brightest, which makes it one of the brightest displays on the market right now.
OnePlus didn’t want to be beat, so it gave its device an even better screen. The screen on the OnePlus 11 is 6.7 inches and has a resolution of 3216 x 1440, which is 515ppi. It has an LTPO display, which lets it choose a refresh rate between 1 and 120Hz, which should save some battery life. It’s not as bright as Samsung’s display, with a maximum brightness of 1300 nits, but you shouldn’t have any trouble seeing it clearly outside. Both phones have fingerprint sensors built into the screen. You can get this phone from its official webiste.
Samsung Galaxy S23+ vs. OnePlus 11: Size comparison
There is a big difference between the OnePlus 11 and the Galaxy S23 in terms of size. With its big 6.7-inch AMOLED screen, the Galaxy S23 is almost as big as a standard flagship phone, but it is made for people who want something a little bit smaller. The Galaxy S23 is one of the few full-featured flagships that can fit in your pocket and has a 6.1-inch AMOLED screen. Samsung makes the Galaxy S23 Plus for people who want a bigger screen. But the price range for that phone is very different.
Samsung Galaxy S23+ vs. OnePlus 11: Camera
The cameras on the OnePlus 11 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are more alike than they are different. First of all, the layout of both phones is the same. There is a main camera in the middle, with ultrawide and telephoto sensors on either side. There are no extra macro or depth sensors. The main camera on both phones is a 50MP sensor.
The OnePlus 11 replaces the OnePlus 10T’s IMX766 sensor with a 50MP IMx890 sensor. This shouldn’t make much of a difference in everyday life. On the other hand, Samsung keeps using the same layout for all three cameras as it did with the S22 line. That’s not a bad thing, since we liked the camera setup on the S22 and S22 Plus because it took better pictures.
Which one should you buy?
Samsung and OnePlus have made phones that are top-notch and can compete with any of the best 5G Android phones on the market. The issue comes down to the price difference of $300 and what you get for that money. This happened when the Galaxy S23 went up against the Pixel 7, and it’s happening again now.
Samsung has a strong position in the Android market, but with high prices come high expectations. When OnePlus can undercut your price by hundreds of dollars and still make a phone as good as or better than yours, it’s hard to understand why Samsung charges what it does.
OnePlus 11 pros and cons
Pros:
- Affordable price (at least in the U.S.)
- Powerful chip inside
- Camera snaps good looking photos
Cons:
- Video recording quality is below average
- Display does not get as bright as others
Samsung Galaxy S23+ pros and cons
Pros:
- Superb performance
- Excellent battery life
Cons:
- Rear cameras struggle in low light compared to other flagships
FAQs
Is Samsung camera better than OnePlus?
The 10-megapixel telephoto camera on the Samsung Galaxy S22 has a 3x optical zoom, while the 8-megapixel telephoto camera on the OnePlus 10 Pro has a 3.3x optical zoom. Both phones have telephoto cameras with the same pixel size, focal length, and digital zoom range (30x).
Is OnePlus faster than Samsung?
If we’re just talking about processing power, the OnePlus 10T is the clear winner. Its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 is faster and more powerful than the Snapdragon 888 or Exynos 2100 SoC in the Galaxy 21.
Which version of OnePlus is best?
Last but not least, the OnePlus 10 Pro 5G is likely the best OnePlus phone in India. The phone’s screen is 6.7 inches and has a 2K resolution of 3216 x 1440 pixels, which is really cool.