Best Samsung Galaxy S23 deals — top plans and offers in Australia

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
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The pre-order period is over — Samsung's Galaxy S23 series is now officially out and available for purchase, boasting a number of impressive upgrades over last year's models.

While that does mean that the Galaxy S23, S23 Plus and S23 Ultra's pre-order offers have now evaporated, there are still some good deals out there from a variety of retailers and carriers across Australia. Below you'll find product details, comprehensive pricing information, along with where to find the best Samsung Galaxy S23 deals in Australia.

Samsung Galaxy S23: Pricing

Just like last year's offering, Samsung's new flagship handset lineup is made up of three models that come with varying amounts of storage. It's worth noting that each new S23 model starts at AU$100 more than last year's models.

The entry-level Galaxy S23 starts at AU$1,349 for the 128GB model, and tops out at AU$1,449 for the 256GB variant. 

Next is the slightly larger Galaxy S23 Plus, which comes in 256GB and 512GB variants. The former is priced at AU$1,649, while the latter will set you back AU$1,849.

And finally, the lineup is rounded out by its most premium offering, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra. Prices start at AU$1,949 for the 256GB version, followed by the 512GB model at AU$2,249, and the 1TB variant at AU$2,649.

If buying outright isn't your thing, you also have the option of picking up a new Samsung Galaxy S23 model from one of Australia's major telcos. Telstra (opens in new tab), Optus (opens in new tab) and Vodafone (opens in new tab) are offering the option to pay the handset off over 12, 24 or 36 monthly repayments, giving you the opportunity to grab a new Galaxy 23 phone as soon as it's on sale and pay it off as you go. 

Normally, we wouldn't recommend a 36-month plan — three years is a long time to hold onto the same phone, and if you do decide to upgrade during that period, you may be stuck paying out the remainder of your handset. That said, some may find it the most feasible option for securing the lowest monthly repayments.

Whether you want to pay for it upfront or get it on a plan, you'll find the best Galaxy S23 deals you can get today in Australia below. 

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Samsung Galaxy S23 models and pricing
ModelRAM / StoragePrice
Samsung Galaxy S238GB / 128GBAU$1,349
Row 1 - Cell 0 8GB / 256GBAU$1,449
Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus8GB / 256GBAU$1,649
Row 3 - Cell 0 8GB / 512GBAU$1,849
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra8GB / 256GBAU$1,949
Row 5 - Cell 0 12GB / 512GBAU$2,249
Row 6 - Cell 0 12GB / 1TBAU$2,649

Best Samsung Galaxy S23 deals

Save up to AU$749 with trade-in @ Samsung (opens in new tab)

Save up to AU$749 with trade-in @ Samsung (opens in new tab)
Purchasing a Galaxy S23 direct from Samsung is always a good idea, especially if you have a recent flagship to trade in. Get a bonus AU$300 in trade-in value when you purchase before March 6, 2023, which is frankly incredible. You can also bundle the S23 with any Galaxy Buds, Watch or Tablet to save an additional AU$200 on the total price, and also receive bonus Samsung Care+ coverage valued at AU$249.

Samsung's store also gives you the option to buy it outright or pay it off in monthly instalments over 36 months.

Up to AU$500 trade-in credit with elligible device on eligible plans @ Vodafone (opens in new tab)

Up to AU$500 trade-in credit with elligible device on eligible plans @ Vodafone (opens in new tab)
Here's a deal that many will find too good to pass up. Trade in an elligible device towards a Samsung Galaxy S23 handset from Vodafone and receieve a bonus AU$500 in trade-in credit (so long as you stay connected to an elligible plan). This offer will end on March 30, 2023.

Purchase Galaxy S23 at Vodafone (opens in new tab)
Purchase Galaxy S23 Plus at Vodafone (opens in new tab)
Purchase Galaxy S23 Ultra at Vodafone (opens in new tab)

Up to AU$250 eVoucher (Prime members only) + chance to score free Galaxy Buds 2 Pro @ Amazon (opens in new tab)

Up to AU$250 eVoucher (Prime members only) + chance to score free Galaxy Buds 2 Pro @ Amazon (opens in new tab)
Prime members (opens in new tab) will receive up to AU$250 in Amazon store credit after your purchase, which can be spent on anything on the site. On top of that, the first 200 people to purchase an S23 series phone from Samsung's Amazon store bundled with a pair of Galaxy Buds 2 Pro will get the price of the buds deducted at checkout. We don't imagine this promotion will last long, but you may have a shot if you act fast!

If you aren't already an Amazon Prime member, you can sign up for a 30-day free trial (opens in new tab) to take advantage of this deal.

Up to AU$1,000 credit when you trade-up @ Telstra (opens in new tab)

Up to AU$1,000 credit when you trade-up @ Telstra (opens in new tab)
Telstra's got a great offer for Telstra customers, in that you can receive up to AU$1,000 credit with the trade-in of an elligible phone (such as the 512GB model S22 Ultra in good working order) which can be put towards your Telstra bills going forward. This offer ends on March 20, 2023.

Purchase Galaxy S23 at Telstra (opens in new tab)
Purchase Galaxy S23 Plus at Telstra (opens in new tab)
Purchase Galaxy S23 Ultra at Telstra (opens in new tab)

Get a bonus Galaxy Watch 5 for free with the S23 on an elligible SIM plan @ Optus (opens in new tab)

Get a bonus Galaxy Watch 5 for free with the S23 on an elligible SIM plan @ Optus (opens in new tab)

Optus has quite a competitive offer, especially if you’re committed to Samsung's ecosystem. Purchase any Galaxy S23 series phone on an eligible SIM plan and receive the Galaxy Watch 5 (40mm variant) for free (via redemption). Alternatively, you can pay just AU$50 extra to get the 44mm variant and have that payment split over your device repayment termS.

Purchase Galaxy S23 at Optus (opens in new tab)
Purchase Galaxy S23 Plus at Optus (opens in new tab)
Purchase Galaxy S23 Ultra at Optus (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23 plans

Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus plans

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra plans

Samsung Galaxy S23: What's new?

As is the case every year, the arrival of Samsung's new S-series handsets has set a new benchmark for Android smartphones in 2023 when it comes to camera capabilities, performance and functionality.

You can chalk this up to Qualcomm's latest flagship chipset, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2,  which powers the S23 range. Along with an uptick in performance, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 offers new AI-driven features which are said to provide increased battery efficiency, and real-time photo and video enhancement. 

Speaking of photography, Samsung's S23 range has seen camera upgrades across the board, culminating with a game-changing 200MP camera on the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.

Additionally, the new chipset's updated Adreno GPU is capable of hardware-accelerated ray-tracing in supported video games.

In terms of design, Samsung's Galaxy S23 range looks quite similar to last year's models, albeit with fewer curves and even flatter displays which sport Corning's new Gorilla Glass Victus 2. The latest S-series lineup is also said to include more recycled materials than ever before.

Samsung's Galaxy S23 series is available in Green, Lavendar, Cream and Phantom Black, with additional colours Lime, Graphite, Skye Blue (S23 Ultra only) and Red (S23 Ultra only) available exclusively via the Samsung online store (opens in new tab).

Stephen Lambrechts

Stephen Lambrechts is the Managing Editor of Tom's Guide AU and has written professionally across the categories of tech, film, television and gaming for over a dozen years. Before Tom's Guide, he spent several years as a Senior Journalist at TechRadar, had a brief stint as Editor in Chief at Official Xbox Magazine Australia, and has written for such mags and sites as APC, TechLife Australia, T3, FilmInk, AskMen and IGN. He's an expert when it comes to smartphones, TVs, gaming and streaming. In his spare time, he enjoys watching obscure horror movies on physical media, keeping an eye on the latest retro sneaker releases, listening to vinyl and other non-hipster stuff.

  • nervebreakers
    You skipped the best deal $599 for S23 Ultra without trade in on fi.google.com with only 120 day service commitment - I bought it and will sell my S22 Ultra 512 GB to cover the $600 plus cost - free upgrade!
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