Galaxy S23 128GB – Purple – Unlocked

The Galaxy S23 Purple 128GB is still a capable phone in 2026, and the refurbished price makes it genuinely competitive. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 has held up better than many expected – it handles current apps without throttling, and the chip runs efficiently enough that battery life does not take a hit under normal load. The 120Hz AMOLED display remains one of the better screens in its size class: colours are accurate, brightness is solid outdoors, and the 6.1-inch format fits comfortably in one hand. Samsung extended software support on the S23 range to four OS upgrades and five years of security patches, which is longer than most Android brands offer. That matters for buyers who want to hold on to a phone for a few years rather than upgrade again soon. The

The 50MP main camera on the Galaxy S23 performs well in most conditions. Daylight shots are detailed and colours stay natural rather than over-sharpened. Dynamic range holds up in high-contrast scenes – you are unlikely to lose sky detail on a sunny day. Low-light performance improved noticeably with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 compared to Exynos variants sold in some regions, and Samsung Nightography processing recovers usable detail in dim conditions, though very dark environments still introduce grain. The 12MP wide lens produces consistent results that match the main sensor in colour tone, which is not always the case across camera systems at this price. The 10MP telephoto at 3x optical zoom is genuinely useful for portraits and distant subjects, and avoids the mushy results of digital zoom on phones without a dedicated lens.

The 3900mAh battery in the Galaxy S23 is not the largest in the Android market, but the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is efficient enough that it lasts through a full day for most users. Moderate use – calls, messaging, social media, some video – typically leaves charge to spare by bedtime. Heavy users who stream a lot or play games for extended periods may find they need a top-up in the afternoon. Refurbished units on this site are checked for battery health before dispatch. Where capacity has degraded beyond an acceptable level the battery is replaced or the grade is marked down to reflect it. The 25W wired charging support gets the phone from flat to around 50% in roughly half an hour. Wireless charging at 15W is also supported on this model, so you have the option to use a charging pad overnight without dealing with cables.

A few things are worth checking before you commit to any refurbished Galaxy S23. Start with the condition grade on the listing – Grade A means minimal cosmetic wear, while lower grades may have visible marks on the body or frame.Confirm the phone is unlocked: this listing is fully unlocked and works across all major UK carriers. Verify the warranty details – every Galaxy S23 Purple 128GB sold here comes with a full one-year hardware warranty. Check what is included in the box, as some refurbished listings include a charger and others do not. Make sure the handset has been factory reset and that no previous accounts remain linked to the device. Software version is also worth noting – units here are updated before dispatch so you are not starting on an outdated build straight out of the box.