Itel S23
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- Release June 2023
- OS Android 12
- Display 6.6" IPS LCD
- Camera 50MP Dual
- RAM 4GB / 128GB
- Battery 5000mAh
PROS
- 1 5000mAh battery
- 2 6.6-inch 90Hz display
- 3 Up to 256GB UFS 2.2 storage with a dedicated microSD slot
- 4 Side-mounted fingerprint sensor and USB Type-C
- 5 3.5mm headphone jack and FM radio
CONS
- 1 720p display at 267 ppi
- 2 Unisoc T606 is a basic-use chip only
- 3 Android 12 with no update promise
- 4 Single useful 50MP camera — the 0.08MP helper adds nothing
- 5 No NFC and no 5G
- 6 10W charging is slow
Prices
Specification
Network
| Technology The mobile network technology the phone uses, such as GSM, HSPA or LTE. It determines which types of networks the phone can connect to. | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G bands The second-generation mobile network bands the phone can use for calls and basic data. Support for more bands means better compatibility with different networks. | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| 3G bands The third-generation mobile network bands the phone supports for calls and mobile data. More supported bands mean better compatibility with different networks. | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands The fourth-generation (LTE) mobile network bands the phone supports. More supported bands mean better compatibility and coverage on different networks. | LTE |
| Speed The data speed the phone can support on mobile networks. Higher speeds mean faster downloads and uploads when the network supports them. | HSPA+/LTE |
Body
| Dimensions The height, width and thickness of the phone, usually measured in millimetres. Smaller dimensions generally make a phone easier to hold. | 164 x 76 x 8 mm (6.46 x 2.99 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight How heavy the phone is, measured in grams. A lower weight generally makes a phone more comfortable to hold for long periods. | 195 g (6.88 oz) |
| SIM The SIM card type and number the phone accepts, such as Nano-SIM or dual SIM. It determines how many mobile connections can be used. | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
Display
| Type The kind of display panel used in the phone. Different panel types affect colour, contrast and power use. | IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors |
| Size The diagonal size of the display, measured in inches from corner to corner. | 6.6 inches, 104.6 cm2 (~84.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution The number of pixels in the display, shown as width by height. Higher resolution generally means a sharper image. | 720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~267 ppi density) |
| Features Additional functions included for that part of the phone, such as special modes or enhancements. The list shows which extra functions are supported. | 90Hz |
Platform
| OS The operating system software that runs the phone and its apps. Its version affects features, security and app compatibility. | Android 12 |
| Chipset The main processor platform that powers the device. It controls performance, power efficiency and supported features. | Unisoc T606 (12 nm) |
| CPU The central processing unit that runs apps and tasks. More cores and higher clock speeds generally mean faster performance. | Octa-core (2x1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU The graphics processing unit that handles images, video and games. A more capable GPU generally gives smoother graphics and gaming. | Mali-G57 MP1 |
Memory
| Card slot A special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory (or in the past these slots have been used to add some missing features such as Wi-Fi connectivity). Memory cards have different capacities and are used to store and transfer files between compatible devices. There are several types of memory cards. The most popular and frequently used by mobile phone manufacturers is microSD; however, up until recently Sony Ericsson exclusively used the Memory Stick Micro (M2) card type developed by Sony. | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal Storage The built-in storage space for apps, photos and files, measured in gigabytes. More storage lets you keep more content on the phone. | 128 GB / 256 GB UFS 2.2 |
| RAM The memory the phone uses to run apps and keep them open in the background, measured in gigabytes. More RAM generally helps multitasking run smoothly. | 4 GB / 8 GB |
Camera
| Dual A camera is a device that captures light and processes it into an image. It does this through a lens, which focuses the light onto a light-sensitive surface where a picture is formed. This could be film in traditional cameras or an electronic sensor in digital cameras. | 50 MP, f/1.6, (wide), AF + 0.08 MP (auxiliary lens) |
| Features Additional functions included for that part of the phone, such as special modes or enhancements. The list shows which extra functions are supported. | LED flash |
| Video The meaning of VIDEO CAMERA is a camera that records video and usually audio | 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie camera The front-facing camera used for self-portraits and video calls. Higher megapixels can give more detail, along with features such as autofocus or flash. | Single 8 MP |
More
| Alert types The ways the phone signals incoming calls and notifications, such as vibration, ringing tones or MP3 ringtones. | Vibration, MP3, WAV ringtones |
| Loudspeaker The built-in speaker used for calls on speakerphone, music and videos. It states whether the phone has one and its type, such as stereo speakers. | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack A round headphone port for wired headphones and audio accessories. If present, wired audio can be used without an adapter. | Yes |
| WLAN The Wi-Fi standards the phone supports for wireless internet. Newer standards generally offer faster speeds and better connections. | Yes |
| Bluetooth A short-range wireless technology for connecting accessories such as headphones and speakers. A newer version generally offers better range, speed and power efficiency. | Yes |
| GPS Satellite positioning used to find the phone location for maps and navigation. Support for more satellite systems can improve accuracy. | GPS |
| NFC Near Field Communication, a short-range wireless feature for contactless payments and quick pairing. It works only over very short distances. | No |
| FM radio Mobile phones that support FM radio have a dedicated FM radio receiver chip. This chip is responsible for receiving FM radio signals and converting them into audio signals that can be played through the phone's speakers or headphones. | Yes |
| USB The USB port used for charging and data transfer. Newer USB versions generally offer faster transfer speeds and a reversible connector. | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Infrared port An infrared (IR) port is a port on an electronic device that sends and receives data using infrared light. IR ports were commonly used in wireless devices to allow for fast communication with other devices, such as base stations. IR ports work by allowing two devices to face each other and share data using infrared rays within a range of 10 meters. | |
| Sensors Built-in sensors that detect motion, light, position and other conditions. They enable features such as auto-rotation, face unlock and navigation. | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer |
| Battery Type The kind of battery used in the phone and whether it can be removed. It describes the battery technology and form. | Non-removable Li-Po |
| Battery Capacity The size of the battery, measured in milliamp-hours (mAh). A higher capacity usually means longer use between charges. | 5000 mAh |
| Charging How the battery is charged, including wired and wireless charging speeds in watts. Higher wattage usually means faster charging. | 10W wired |
| Made by The company that makes the device. It names the manufacturer responsible for the phone. | China |
| Color The color options in which the phone is available. Color choice does not affect performance or features. | Starry Black, Mystery White |
| Models The specific model numbers or variants of the phone sold in different regions. Different models may vary in bands or storage. | S665L |
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Design and Display
The Itel S23 has a 6.6-inch IPS LCD display with a 720 x 1612 resolution (around 267 ppi) and a 90Hz refresh rate, and the panel covers about 84.0% of the front. The 8MP selfie camera sits in a waterdrop notch at the top of the screen — not a punch-hole, despite what MobileDokan’s own prose says; the images show a teardrop cutout. There is no display protection stated, so do not expect Gorilla Glass here: MobileDokan’s prose mentions it, but the spec table carries no protection row, and the spec table wins.
At 164 x 76 x 8 mm and 195 g, it is a chunky but comfortable handset, with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor on the frame. It comes in two colours: Starry Black and Mystery White.
Performance
Inside is the Unisoc T606, a 12 nm chip with an octa-core CPU (2×1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 and 6×1.6 GHz Cortex-A55) and a Mali-G57 MP1 GPU. It is paired with 4GB or 8GB of RAM and 128GB or 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage, with a microSDXC card slot — a dedicated slot — for more room.
Say it plainly: this is a basic-use chip. Calls, messaging, light apps and little else are its comfort zone — it is not a phone for heavy gaming or demanding multitasking. No software update promise is stated anywhere, so do not buy this phone expecting one.
Camera
- Main: 50MP f/1.6 wide rear camera with autofocus.
- Auxiliary: 0.08MP helper lens — it adds nothing to your photos, so judge the camera on the 50MP sensor alone.
- Selfie: 8MP front camera with panorama.
Video recording is 1080p at 30fps on the rear camera. No front-video resolution is stated anywhere, so none is claimed here. The honest trade-off is that this is a single useful 50MP camera: there is no ultra-wide lens, no night mode and no stabilisation, so it is a daylight-snapshots-only setup.
Battery and Charging
The 5000mAh non-removable Li-Po battery is charged over USB Type-C at 10W wired. Say it plainly: 10W is slow by 2026 standards, but a 5000mAh battery on a 720p display lasts a full day of basic use, often two.
Software
The S23 runs Android 12 out of the box. Say it plainly: Android 12 is three generations old, and this phone will not get a major update — buy it for what it runs today.
Price in Pakistan
The Itel S23 is expected in Pakistan from Rs. 21,999 for the 4GB RAM + 128GB storage variant, with the 8GB + 128GB variant at Rs. 23,999 and the 8GB + 256GB variant at Rs. 26,999 — three variants, all priced from MobileDokan’s official rows.
Pakistani retailer mymobile lists the S23 at Rs. 21,999 to Rs. 28,999 depending on the variant. Its low end matches the base-row conversion exactly, and its top end is 1.07x the top-row conversion — the MobileDokan basis is well supported. PTA versus Non-PTA pricing is not yet confirmed for this model.
4GB + 128GB — Expected: Rs. 21,999
8GB + 128GB — Expected: Rs. 23,999
8GB + 256GB — Expected: Rs. 26,999
| Model | Itel S23 |
| Price | PKR. 21,999 (Expected) |
| Display | 6.6″ IPS LCD 720×1612 pixels |
| RAM | 4 GB / 8 GB |
| ROM | 128 GB / 256 GB |
| Released | June 2023 |
Buying in Pakistan
- Check the exact model number — S665L — and the variant before you pay: 4GB + 128GB, 8GB + 128GB or 8GB + 256GB, because the price differs between them.
- Confirm the warranty — itel Pakistan warranty if buying new from an authorised seller.
- Confirm the PTA/DIRBS status for the exact IMEI before paying.
- Make sure it is the S23 and not the S23 Plus — a different phone, with a curved AMOLED display, a 32MP selfie camera and a price of Rs. 39,999.
- Test the side-mounted fingerprint sensor and the touchscreen before paying.
Final Verdict: A basic budget phone that does the basics — and nothing more
The Itel S23 is for calls, messaging and light apps at the lowest price, with a big battery and plenty of storage for the money. Anyone wanting a better camera, faster charging or a sharper display should spend more. The 2.55/5 rating is honest: it is a basic phone, priced like one.
