The all-new Samsung Galaxy S23 collection could also be holding the highlight, however Samsung additionally simply revealed a fairly whole lot on its earlier technology mannequin. 2022’s Galaxy S22 is now completely discounted to $699. That’s $100 cheaper than its launch value or the price of a brand new Galaxy S23.

Saving a Benjamin is all the time appreciated, however Samsung additionally throws in 4 free months of YouTube Premium and SiriusXM streaming, together with 6 months of 100GB OneDrive cloud storage, for getting new immediately. Not unhealthy in any respect. It’s only a disgrace that Samsung isn’t making use of comparable financial savings to the Galaxy S22 Plus and S22 Extremely fashions. These seem like staying at present costs till inventory is depleted.

After all, the Galaxy S22 isn’t the one inexpensive Samsung flagship. Early 2022’s Galaxy S21 FE is cheaper nonetheless at $599. Nonetheless, that mannequin is significantly extra dated within the digital camera and processor departments. It’s operating on early 2021 {hardware}, making the S22 completely the higher deal given the value distinction.

However earlier than you leap on the low cost, bear in mind Samsung has Galaxy S23 freebies too. This contains the identical companies as above, in addition to three months of Spotify without spending a dime. Not forgetting that Samsung will double your storage through the pre-order window, netting you 256GB for simply $799 fairly than simply 128GB. That’s additionally a fairly strong deal.

This leads us properly to the trade-offs price contemplating. Larger storage is one (in the event you leap on the S23 early), however the newer mannequin additionally sports activities a slightly bigger battery — 3,900mAh vs 3,700mAh. Battery life didn’t impress throughout our Galaxy S22 overview, so this little enhance is definitely price contemplating in the event you’re trying to maximize screen-on time.

Different enhancements are much less eye-catching. Sure, you’re additionally fractionally enhanced drop safety, a slightly sooner and extra environment friendly Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, and a brand new selfie digital camera with the Galaxy S23. Is that price that further $100? That’s powerful to guage, however these modifications are unlikely to make a noticeable distinction to your expertise. Until you’re after most efficiency or are an avid selfie snapper.

Aside from the above and the cellphone’s revamped look, the Galaxy S22 nonetheless presents the majority of the Galaxy S23’s expertise. It’s already upgraded to Android 13 and can see the newest OneUI 5.1 tweaks within the not-too-distant future. The S22 has the identical rear cameras too, so it stays a pictures powerhouse. Although Samsung has introduced its greatest Nightography capabilities to the newer mannequin.

Make sure you verify our full Galaxy S23 vs Galaxy S22 showdown for a more in-depth take a look at the advantageous variations between the 2. However it suffices to say; the Galaxy S22 was nice final yr and is even higher at $699. You need to actually contemplate this deal earlier than leaping on the new face on the town, particularly as Samsung appears reluctant to launch one other Galaxy FE mannequin.