Itel S23


The Itel S23 is a series of Android-based smartphones developed and manufactured by Itel Mobile. This phone was announced in Indonesia in May 2023 for the S23 4G model, and in September 2023 for the S23+ model.

Design

The Itel S23 exhibits a modern, streamlined design that’s distinctive for an entry-level smartphone. The back panel has a sleek, flat finish with a glossy texture reminiscent of glass—especially notable in the white variant, which uniquely shifts color under UV light or direct sunlight, transitioning from white to a subtle purple hue.

Technical specifications

Dimensions

The device is engineered to be ergonomic and well-balanced, with a dimension of 164 × 76 × 8 mm. Weighing between 185 g and 195 g, the Itel S23 is designed for comfortable handheld use while maintaining a solid and premium feel.

Processor

Itel S23

The Itel S23 is powered by the Unisoc T606 chipset. It features an octa-core CPU configuration with 2 cores of Cortex-A75 and 6 cores of Cortex-A55, all clocked at about 1.6 GHz.

Itel S23+

The Itel S23+ steps up with the Unisoc Tiger T616 processor. It also has an octa-core setup but with faster cores: 2 cores of Cortex-A75 running at 2.0 GHz coupled with 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz.

Display

The front of the Itel S23 is equipped by a 6.6-inch IPS LCD display and AMOLED, 500 nits for the S23+. The design incorporates a waterdrop notch that houses the front-facing camera, ensuring that the overall aesthetics remain clean. With a 90Hz refresh rate, the display offers smooth transitions and responsive touch interactions, enhancing the user experience without compromising on visual clarity.
The Itel S23+ comes with the Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.

Camera

A circular camera module is prominently featured on the rear, housing a 50 MP with f/1.6 aperture primary camera along with an LED flash. This module is complemented by an additional decorative element that reinforces the overall design. On the front is a selfie camera with a MP of 8.
The Itel S23+ features a dual-camera module on the rear, consisting of the same 50 MP primary sensor with the same aperture and autofocus capabilities, alongside a 0.08 MP auxiliary lens. On the front is a selfie camera with an upgrade of 32 MP.

Battery

Both smartphones powered by a 5000 mAh lithium‑polymer battery that ensures extended usage throughout the day. Charging is facilitated via a USB Type‑C port supporting 10W wired charging, which is typical for entry‑level devices in its segment.

Software

The Itel S23 runs on Android 12 with the ItelOS 8.6.0 interface and the S23+ runs on Android 13 with the ItelOS interface.