S23
Style-led ultra-budget with curved-look design.
The itel S23 is a budget itel smartphone released Mar 2023, with a launch price of $120. It pairs the Unisoc T606 with a 6.6" HD+ IPS 90Hz display, a 50 MP + AI main camera and a 5000 mAh, 18W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 46/100 — Style on the cheapest budget. Standout strengths: 8 gb ram + 90hz at $120 and 50 mp main + premium-look design. Main trade-off: unisoc t606 slow.
Style on the cheapest budget.
itel S23 leaned on design — a curved-glass look and bold colourways — to stand out in the hyper-competitive sub-$120 tier where itel sells huge volumes across Africa and South Asia.
Read the full review- 8 GB RAM + 90Hz at $120
- 50 MP main + premium-look design
- 5000 mAh + microSD + jack
Full specifications
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How the S23 compares
| S23 | iPhone 6 Plus | City 100 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 46 | 46 | 46 |
| Chipset | Unisoc T606 | Apple A8 | Unisoc T7100 |
| Display | 6.6" HD+ IPS 90Hz | 5.5" LCD 60 Hz | 6.7" AMOLED 90 Hz |
| Main camera | 50 MP + AI | 8 MP · f/2.2 | 50 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh, 18W | 2,915 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $120 | $749 | $110 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the S23 released?
The S23 was released in Mar 2023.
How much does the S23 cost?
The S23 launched at $120 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the S23 screen size and type?
The S23 has a 6.6" HD+ IPS 90Hz display.
What chipset does the S23 use?
The S23 is powered by the Unisoc T606 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the S23 have?
The S23 ships with 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the S23 battery capacity?
The S23 has a 5000 mAh, 18W battery.
What is the S23 main camera?
The S23 has a 50 MP + AI main camera.
Does the S23 have a headphone jack?
The S23 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the S23 weigh?
The S23 weighs 189 g.
What colours does the S23 come in?
The S23 is available in 3 colours: Mystery White, Elemental Blue, Starry Black.
Is the S23 worth buying?
itel S23 leaned on design — a curved-glass look and bold colourways — to stand out in the hyper-competitive sub-$120 tier where itel sells huge volumes across Africa and South Asia. SpecEagle gives the S23 an editorial score of 46/100.
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