When Samsung’s Galaxy S23 came out in spring of 2023, it earned major praise from sites like PCMag for its pocketability, performance, and high-quality camera setup. Now, a little over a year out from release, you can add affordability to that list. Samsung has added all models of the Galaxy S23, including the base Galaxy S23, the Galaxy S23 Plus, and the Galaxy S23 Ultra to its “Certified Re-Newed” program, which means you can now buy refurbished versions of these phones straight from the manufacturer at a discount.
Samsung’s Certified Re-Newed phones are backed by the same one-year warranty as brand-new models, and they go through a 147-point inspection process before making their way to consumers. Samsung also gives each of its refurbished phones a new battery and ships them in a new box with a new data cable and ejector pin. The certified Re-Newed Galaxy S23 starts at $619 for the basic version, $769 for the Plus version, and $919 for the Ultra version. That means saving anywhere from $180 to $280, depending on the model.
The Galaxy S23 isn’t the newest or best Samsung smartphone, but it’s still recent and competitive, with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip on all models and up to 200 megapixels of camera prowess on the Ultra model specifically.
Whether you’ll want to take advantage of these deals depends on how much you value Samsung’s certification process, and if you're willing to trade in a qualifying phone (you can check if your phone is supported during checkout), which will save you another $300. Used Galaxy S23 phones can go for as low as $380 on eBay or $414 on Amazon, but buying from third-party vendors always presents a risk. Some marketplaces, like Back Market, run their own verification programs, making them somewhat of a middle ground between buying straight from a seller and going right to Samsung. For more details, check out our guide on the do’s and don’ts of buying a refurbished smartphone.
Regardless of where you buy, rest assured that the Galaxy S23 will still see years of support, including the recent addition of new Galaxy AI features.