Overview
The itel S23 is itel's take on a value-focused smartphone, built around ram of 8 GB, storage of 128 GB, display of 6.6 inches, 1600 x 720 pixels, 90 Hz.. For daily driving, calls, social apps and photos it should hold up well. On the other side, power users should weigh the chipset and battery against heavier alternatives. Below you'll find the full specifications, live prices across stores, our editor's verdict, and a quality-checked refurbished alternative that can get you the same specs for noticeably less. If you value getting more for your money, the refurbished route is worth a serious look before buying new.
Full Specifications
| Price | ₹ 8,999 |
|---|---|
| CPU | 1.6 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB |
| Display | 6.6 inches, 1600 x 720 pixels, 90 Hz |
| Operating System | Android v13 |
| Graphics | PowerVR GE8322 |
| Battery | 5000 mAh, Li-ion Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 10W Fast Charging |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP (Main) 0.08 MP (Depth Sensor) |
| Front Camera | 8 MP (Main) |
| Resolution | 1600 x 720 pixels |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone |
| Release Date | 12 June 2023 |
| Colors | Mystery White, Starry Black |
| Type | Color IPS LCD Screen (1B Colors) |
| Touch | Yes |
| Ppi | ~ 263 PPI |
| Notch | Yes, Water Drop Notch |
| Gprs | Yes |
| Edge | Yes |
| 3g | Yes |
| 4g | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.0 |
| Usb | Yes, USB-C v2.0 |
| Gps | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Side |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| 3 5mm Headphone Jack | Yes |
| Features | 10X Digital zoom, Auto-HDR, Touch focus |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Flash | Yes, LED |
| Front Video Recording | 720p |
| Java | No |
| Browser | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Music | Yes |
| Video | Yes |
| Fm Radio | Yes |
| Document Reader | Yes |
| Battery Type | Non-Removable Battery |
| Weight | 195 g |
| Screen To Body Ratio | ~ 89% |
| Card Slot | Yes, upto 512 GB |
| Volte | Yes |
| Usb Features | USB Tethering, USB Charging |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity |
| Auto Focus | Yes |
| Model | S23 |
| Dimensions | 75.6 x 164 x 8.4 mm |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
| Expandable Ram | Upto 8 GB Extra Virtual RAM |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 |
| Custom Ui | itel OS 8.6 |
| Talk Time | 25 hours |
| Standby Time | 23 days |
| Country Of Origin | India |
Editor Verdict
“A strong all-rounder that covers the essentials well; the refurbished option makes it even better value.”
Priyanka Singh has spent 8+ years reviewing consumer electronics in India, hands-on testing laptops, phones and TVs for real-world value. She focuses on what a device actually delivers for the price — and whether a refurbished unit is the smarter buy.
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How this model stacks up against nearby options
itel S23
This model |
Huawei Honor 9N (4GB RAM + 128GB)
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Infinix Hot 7
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|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | HiSilicon Kirin 659 | Mediatek Helio P25 |
| RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB |
| Display | 6.6 inches, 1600 x 720 pixels, 90 Hz | 5.84 inches, 1080 x 2280 pixels | 6.19 inches, 1500 x 720 pixels |
| Graphics | PowerVR GE8322 | Mali-T830 MP2 | Mali-T880MP2PowerVR GE8320 |
| OS | Android v13 | Android v8.0 (Oreo) | Android v9.0 (Pie) |
Our take: In this price band, this model leads on paper — a sensible pick, and better value refurbished.
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