Today's best Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra deals: freebies, cheap plans, and more

On the hunt for that shiny new flagship? We've rounded up all of this week's best Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra deals into one handy resource right here to help our readers save as much cash as possible. We've got deals for both the US and UK here, as well as options that cover all types of carriers. Regardless of whether you're looking for big carrier value, a prepaid option, or just an unlocked device, our Galaxy S23 Ultra deals roundup looks to cover all the bases.

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The new Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra debuts at a hefty asking price of $1,199 / £1,249 upfront, which - no surprises - makes it one of the most expensive phones on the market and easily the priciest of the three new Galaxy S23 devices. There are, however, a few key internal upgrades to help justify that price tag.

Firstly, while the device is outwardly incredibly similar to the previous Galaxy S22 Ultra, inside, you're getting a super speedy new Snapdragon Gen 8 2 chip, LPDDR5X RAM, and UFS 4.0 storage - all of which should provide a significant performance boost. The Galaxy S23 Ultra is also the first device from Samsung to carry a huge 200MP main camera, which also utilizes a number of computational improvements and the ability to shoot 50MP RAW files - very handy if you like editing your photos.

Is it worth the price? Well, there are a number of great Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra deals that you can use to get this gorgeous device for cheap (relatively speaking). First up, if you have an old device ready to hand over as part of a trade, then you can get a nice discount in both territories today. 

If you'd like to compare these promotions to those on the other models, head on over to our main Galaxy S23 deals page. Alternatively, see today's best cell phone deals for other models and brands.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra deals in the US

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: up to $1,000 off with a trade-in, plus free tablet and smartwatch at Verizon (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: up to $1,000 off with a trade-in, plus free tablet and smartwatch at Verizon (opens in new tab)
It's hard to beat Verizon's Galaxy S23 Ultra deals if you're looking for big carrier value right now thanks to a combination of excellent freebies and an outstanding trade-in offer. Not only can you get up to $1,000 off a device with an unlimited data plan, but Verizon is also throwing in a free Galaxy Watch 5 and Galaxy Tab S7 FE - two freebies that are worth over $800 by themselves. While you'll still need that pricey unlimited data plan to be eligible, this is a great promotion overall. 

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: up to $930 off with a trade, plus $100 store credit at Samsung (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: up to $930 off with a trade, plus $100 store credit at Samsung (opens in new tab)
Samsung's own Galaxy S23 Ultra deals are a fantastic choice regardless of whether you're looking for a carrier or an unlocked device. Both types are available via the official retailer and both are available with excellent trade-in rebates - most of which match the big carrier offerings themselves. On top of this, Samsung is also throwing in $100 of store credit on top as a nice little bonus on top - particularly handy if you want to grab some accessories on the side. See our Samsung promo codes page for other ways to save at the official retailer.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: save up to $800 with a qualifying trade-in and switch to Xfinity Mobile (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: save up to $800 with a qualifying trade-in and switch to Xfinity Mobile (opens in new tab)
If you’ve been thinking about trading out that pricey big-data plan for a reasonably priced prepaid option, consider Xfinity Mobile’s latest Galaxy S23 Ultra deals. Right now the carrier is offering a huge saving of up to $800 on all three devices - eligible for new customers with a trade-in. Even if you're not trading in, the carrier is offering $500 off with a new line activation so this is a great all-around option if you're looking to save some cash on a shiny new flagship. 

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra:  up to $800 off with a trade-in at Best Buy (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: up to $800 off with a trade-in at Best Buy (opens in new tab)
AT&T's recently pared back its Galaxy S23 Ultra deals from a maximum trade-in rebate of $1,000 down to $800. This is still pretty great overall but it's definitely worth noting that it's not the biggest deal we've seen on this device since launch. As always, you'll need an unlimited data plan to be eligible for this rebate also so factor that into your costs.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: up to $1,000 off with a trade-in at Best Buy (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: up to $1,000 off with a trade-in at Best Buy (opens in new tab)
Best Buy's Galaxy S23 Ultra deals generally match the big carrier offerings when it comes to huge trade-in rebates. There is, however, another option at the retailer that's offering $100 activation rebates for those who pick up an unlocked device. That's not much, but it could be worth considering if you're looking to buy a device upfront.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra deals in the UK

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: free Galaxy Buds2 , plus up to £600 off with trade-in at Samsung (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: free Galaxy Buds2 , plus up to £600 off with trade-in at Samsung (opens in new tab)
A strong candidate for Galaxy S22 Ultra deal of the week in the UK, Samsung's own flexible array of promotions is well worth checking out if you're going unlocked. First up, this retailer is throwing in a free pair of Galaxy Buds2 - a pair of wireless earbuds worth £140 by themselves. Secondly, it's also offering a compelling trade-in rebate of up to £600 off, with a guaranteed minimum rebate of £150. Put together, you've got a really strong offering for those who'd prefer to skip the tariff. 

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra:  at Affordable Mobiles | O2| £79 upfront | unlimited data | unlimited calls and texts | £57 per month (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: at Affordable Mobiles | O2| £79 upfront | unlimited data | unlimited calls and texts | £57 per month (opens in new tab)
One of the best unlimited data options we've seen in the initial batch of Galaxy S23 deals in the UK is this excellent 24-month O2 tariff from Affordable Mobiles. The retailer has recently reduced the upfront price on this one from £179 down to a really, really reasonable £79. That makes this tariff, which was already pretty good value, even better value when you consider it's all-you-can-eat data at a reasonable monthly rate.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra:  at Affordable Mobiles| Three | £124 upfront | 100GB data | unlimited calls and texts | £57 per month (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: at Affordable Mobiles| Three | £124 upfront | 100GB data | unlimited calls and texts | £57 per month (opens in new tab)
Another strong offering from Affordable Mobiles, this Galaxy S23 Ultra deal on the Three network offers a reasonable amount of data, a fairly low upfront price, and decent monthly costs to boot. This is a fairly good all-rounder and one of the cheaper options we've found on the Three network this week.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra:  at Vodafone| Mobiles.co.uk| £425 upfront | 250GB data | unlimited calls and texts | £40 per month (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: at Vodafone| Mobiles.co.uk| £425 upfront | 250GB data | unlimited calls and texts | £40 per month (opens in new tab)
A slightly cheaper option that still carries a decent amount of data is this Vodafone tariff at Mobiles.co.uk. 250GB is more than enough for most users and this one has a really reasonable monthly price. The downside? A fair amount to pay upfront, although this does result in a much lower total amount paid (£1,385).

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra:  at Vodafone| Vodafone| £49 upfront | unlimited data | unlimited calls and texts | £63 per month (opens in new tab)

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: at Vodafone| Vodafone| £49 upfront | unlimited data | unlimited calls and texts | £63 per month (opens in new tab)
If you're looking to trade in an old device, Vodafone itself is a solid option thanks to a massive trade-in rebate of up to £648 on offer. If you're bundling this one up with a plan, our pick for overall value is the Unlimited Max + 3 Xtra benefits plan, which is the basic unlimited data option without all the streaming benefits. Those who think they can do without all that data, however, may want to opt for the 100GB + 2 Xtra benefits plan for £27 per month.

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Galaxy S23 Ultra deals: what you need to know

What's new with the Galaxy S23 Ultra?

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- 200MP main camera
- Snapdragon Gen 8 2 chip
- Recycled materials

So here it is, folks, the Galaxy S23 Ultra - Samsung's brand-new flagship for 2023. Was it everything we hoped for? Well, as expected, it's a relatively incremental upgrade from the previous generation with a design that's eerily similar to the Galaxy S22 Ultra. That said, there are some key internal upgrades that are likely to bring it in line with the best phones money can buy right now.

Foremost among these is the inclusion of the latest Snapdragon Gen 8 2, a chip that, according to Samsung, provides 51% better NPU performance, 41% GPU performance, and 33% CPU performance. While figures like these tend to be cherry-picked for marketing purposes, functionally speaking, you can expect the Galaxy S23 Ultra to perform right up there with the very best from Apple and other brands.

A few other key upgrades include hyper-efficient LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage (shared with the Plus model) and a brand-new 200MP main camera. It's not just a significant bump in the resolution that makes the camera noteworthy on the S23 Ultra either, as Samsung has improved image stabilization and the selfie setup and included some new computation trickery to greatly improve night-time videography.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 series specs
Samsung Galaxy S23Samsung Galaxy S23 PlusSamsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Starting price:$799.99 / £769$999 / £1,049$1,199 / £1,249
Dimensions:5.8 x 2.8 x 0.3 inches6.2 x 3 x 0.3 inches6.4 x 3.1 x 0.35 inches
Weight:6 ounces7.3 ounces8.2 ounces
OS:Android 13Android 13Android 13
Screen Size:6.1 inch6.6 inch6.8-inch
Resolution:2316 x 1080 pixels2316 x 1080 pixels3,088 × 1,440
CPU:Qualcomm Snapdragon Gen 8 2 Mobile Platform for GalaxyQualcomm Snapdragon Gen 8 2 Mobile Platform for GalaxyQualcomm Snapdragon Gen 8 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
RAM:8GB8GB8GB, 12GB
Storage:128GB, 256GB256GB, 512GB256GB, 512GB, 1TB
Battery:3,900 mAh4,700 mAh5,000 mAh
Rear Cameras:50MP Wide, 12MP Ultrawide, 10MP telepoto50MP Wide, 12MP Ultrawide, 10MP telepoto200MP Wide, 12MP Ultrawide, 10MP 10x telepoto, 10MP 3x zoom
Front Camera:12MP12MP12MP

Is the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra worth it?

Our advice

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- Avoid buying upfront if you can
- Consider your trade-in options
- The Galaxy S23 Plus is a compelling alternative

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (or any Samsung Ultra device, for that matter) is always going to be a niche buy. At over a grand upfront, it's a luxury purchase that realistically can be overkill for those who simply want to cover the basics with their cell phone. The Plus model also arguably offers a viable cheaper alternative this year with its sharing of key internal upgrades (LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage). 

With all that said, however, there is a serious case for the Galaxy S23 Ultra, with the foremost reason being the kinds of deals available on this device. If you're eligible for a relatively decent trade-in promotion, for example, then you may be able to shave a significant chunk off the price of a Galaxy S23 Ultra - enough to justify the high price, at least. 

In the scenario that you do pick up a Galaxy S23 Ultra, then you'll also be looking at a better trade-in rate down the line when it comes to upgrading to the next series. Overall, it's not a bad idea to buy into the top-of-the-line model if you're someone who likes to upgrade their device every year or so. 

Our advice? Shop around at the major carriers and retailers to see what kind of Galaxy S23 Ultra deals you're eligible for. If you can, say, get $800 to $1,000 off this device with a trade or plan deal, then consider your options for the Ultra versus other models. Generally speaking, you may have to spend a bit of cash to get the Ultra model (even with a trade-in), but that may be worth it if the camera and design appeal to you.

Alex Whitelock
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Alex is deals editor at Future PLC and an all-around expert at one thing - saving readers as much cash as possible while scoring them the best products for their needs. With content that's always packed full of helpful information, no-nonsense expertise, and of course deals, Alex has also written for other leading sites such as T3 and GamesRadar. At work, you'll find him mostly covering computing, gaming, and advising people on how to save on their cell phone plans. Outside of work, you'll find him playing guitar, indulging his love for music, or down at the local climbing gym mostly hanging off boulders far too difficult for his abilities.