Samsung Galaxy S23 renders just tipped 'new' design

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Samsung may not have abandoned its own Exynos chips for the Galaxy S23 after all

A render of the Galaxy S23, based on currently available leaks
(Image credit: 4RMD)

After thinking we had the Samsung Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23 Ultra chipset rumors sussed, a new leak has thrown everything up in the air again.

A new Samsung chipset, with a codename believed to refer to the Exynos 2300, has been spotted in the Bluetooth Launch Studio database (via SamMobile), the system where companies submit their products for Bluetooth certification. This chip supports Bluetooth 5.3 (the latest standard) but no other details are given.

Perhaps the rumors of Snapdragon chips worldwide in the Galaxy S23 series aren't accurate. Another possibility is that Samsung will use the chip in a different Galaxy device, or sell it to another company to use. For example, Chinese phone maker Vivo uses Exynos chips in some of its models.

Fresh Galaxy S23 renders

While the Galaxy S23 chip remains a mystery, it appears the new flagship is getting a slightly updated design. And these new renders from 4RMD help illustrate the possible changes.

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The tipped new design for the Galaxy S23 regular and Galaxy S23 Plus, as seen in the above video, makes them look more like the Galaxy S22 Ultra, helping restore some family resemblance to the lineup.

Much will supposedly remain the same though, including their rear cameras, display size and resolution. Their front cameras may be getting a higher resolution sensor though, and their battery capacities could be enlarged, too.

A render of the Galaxy S23, based on currently available leaks

(Image credit: 4RMD)

The Galaxy S22 Ultra won't receive a major redesign according to other sources, but it could be getting slightly flatter edges and a less prominent display curve. Its main upgrade is thought to be a 200MP main camera, which would allow for higher-res photos than any of Samsung's main rivals like the 48MP iPhone 14 Pro or 50MP Google Pixel 7 Pro.

All signs point to the Galaxy S23 series arriving before March of next year. More specific rumors say we could see the phone in January, which would be earlier than normal but still within expectations.

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Richard Priday
Richard Priday
Assistant Phones Editor

Richard is based in London, covering news, reviews and how-tos for phones, tablets, gaming, and whatever else people need advice on. Following on from his MA in Magazine Journalism at the University of Sheffield, he's also written for WIRED U.K., The Register and Creative Bloq. When not at work, he's likely thinking about how to brew the perfect cup of specialty coffee.