Galaxy S23 Plus Ireland price: new, refurbished & trade-in

The Galaxy S23 Plus still holds its ground against newer models in 2025, but pricing in Ireland remains a confusing mix of carrier deals, refurbished listings, and trade-in offers. This guide breaks down the real costs, trade-in values, and whether the S23 Plus is still a smart buy for Irish consumers.

Price in Ireland (new, 256GB): €459 with 3.ie plan; ~€1,049 SIM-free from Samsung ·
Refurbished price (256GB): From ~€450 on Back Market Ireland ·
Trade-in value (good condition): €200–€350 depending on platform ·
Release year: 2023 (February) ·
Battery capacity: 4700 mAh ·
Main camera resolution: 50 MP

How much is the S23 Plus in Ireland?

Irish buyers have three distinct routes to a Galaxy S23 Plus: buying new SIM-free, signing a carrier plan, or going refurbished. Each comes with a trade-off between upfront cost, warranty, and long-term value.

Where to buy the Galaxy S23 Plus in Ireland

• Samsung Ireland (new, SIM-free): €1,049 for the 256GB model, with free delivery and a 2-year manufacturer warranty (Samsung Ireland official store).
• Three.ie (carrier plan): €459 upfront on a €60/month 5G plan with unlimited data, plus free Galaxy Buds FE – worth roughly €100 if sold separately (Three Ireland offer page). Total cost over 24 months: €1,899.
• Currys.ie (new SIM-free): Typically priced at €1,049 but occasionally on sale for ~€950 (Currys Ireland).
• Smart Cellular.ie (refurbished): Excellent condition 256GB models from €500, with a 12-month warranty (Smart Cellular Ireland).
• Back Market Ireland (refurbished): From €450 for a 256GB unit in good condition, with 12-month warranty and 30-day returns (Back Market Ireland).
• ViberStore Ireland (refurbished): Sells the 256GB model at €569.99, offering a full warranty and 30-day trial – claims up to 40% cheaper than new (ViberStore Ireland).

New vs refurbished pricing

The price gap is stark. At Back Market Ireland, a refurbished Galaxy S23 Plus can be up to 70% cheaper than the launch price (Back Market Ireland). ViberStore Ireland frames its €569.99 refurbished unit as 40% off new (ViberStore Ireland).

The pattern: a refurbished S23 Plus offers flagship performance at half the cost of a new S24 Plus.

Which is better, Samsung S23 Plus or S24 Plus?

The S24 Plus arrived in January 2024 as the natural successor, but the S23 Plus still packs a capable Snapdragon chip and a premium build. The deciding factors are processor performance, battery life, and software features – plus the price difference in Ireland.

Key specification differences

Six headline specs, one clear pattern: the S23 Plus holds its own for hundreds less.

Processor and battery improvements

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in the S23 Plus is widely regarded as more efficient than the Exynos 2200 in the S24 Plus – a reversal of the usual pattern. Benchmark tests show the Snapdragon core outperforming Exynos by roughly 10% in multi-core performance (Mediascope Daily). The S24 Plus’s larger 4900 mAh battery does give an extra hour or two of screen time, but the S23 Plus’s 4700 mAh cell still comfortably lasts a full day.

Price difference in Ireland

The S24 Plus launched at about €150 more than the S23 Plus’s original price. In 2025, the gap can be bigger – a new S24 Plus still hovers around €1,099, while a refurbished S23 Plus is under €500 (Back Market Ireland).

The implication: The S24 Plus is better for long-term users, but most buyers should save with the S23 Plus.

How much can I sell my Galaxy S23 Plus for?

If you already own an S23 Plus and are thinking of selling, the amount you’ll get depends heavily on condition, carrier brand, and where you sell. Here’s the latest data from Irish and UK buyback platforms.

Trade-in values at major carriers

• Three Ireland: Typically offers €200–€300 for a good-condition S23 Plus when trading in for a new device (check Three Ireland trade-in page).
• TradeIn.ie: Quotes around €250–€350 depending on condition (TradeIn.ie).
• BankMyCell: Reports a best resale price of $260 (roughly €240) for unlocked units, with carrier-branded versions lower: Verizon $230, AT&T $250, T-Mobile $202, Sprint $195 (BankMyCell).
• Compare and Recycle: Requires the device to power on, show only minor signs of use, and have fully functional hardware to receive full quoted price (Compare and Recycle UK).

Peer-to-peer selling price

On DoneDeal or Facebook Marketplace, a 256GB S23 Plus in excellent condition typically lists for €400–€500 (DoneDeal Ireland). Private sale cuts out the middleman, but you lose the convenience and security of a trade-in program.

What this means: Selling privately yields higher returns but requires effort.

Is the S23 Plus worth the upgrade?

This question depends entirely on what you’re coming from. The S23 Plus was a significant leap over the S22 series, but against newer models the gap narrows.

Should you upgrade from S22 series

• Battery life improved by roughly 15% over the S22 Plus (Samsung Ireland).
• The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is a major upgrade from the Exynos 2200 found in the S22 series – expect smoother gaming and better efficiency (Mediascope Daily).
• Nightography camera improvements deliver noticeably better low-light photos (Samsung Ireland).

Should you upgrade from older models

If you’re on an S21 or older, the S23 Plus represents a massive leap in camera quality, battery life, and screen smoothness. The 6.6-inch 120Hz display alone makes everyday use far more enjoyable.

Battery life and camera performance

The 4700 mAh battery, combined with the efficient Snapdragon chip, delivers a full day of heavy use – 6+ hours of screen-on time is realistic. The 50 MP main camera with OIS competes with many 2024 flagships; the telephoto and ultrawide sensors are solid but not class-leading.

The pattern: upgrading from S22 or older is worthwhile when the net cost is low.

What are the disadvantages of the S23 Plus?

No phone is perfect. The S23 Plus has several missing features that may matter to certain buyers, especially compared to the Ultra or newer models.

Missing features compared to Ultra

• No S Pen support – the display lacks the digitizer layer (Samsung Ireland).
• No 10x optical zoom camera – only 3x optical from the telephoto lens.
• Plastic frame (armor aluminum) versus the Ultra’s more premium metal frame (Samsung Ireland).

Charging speed

Top speed is 45W wired charging – slower than many Chinese competitors that offer 80W or even 100W. A full charge takes about 60 minutes (Samsung Ireland).

No microSD slot

Storage is sealed – 256GB or 512GB internal only. If you need more space later, you’re out of luck. Cloud storage is the only workaround.

The catch: you trade premium features for significant savings.

Timeline: Galaxy S23 Plus price history in Ireland

Understanding how prices have moved helps you gauge whether to buy now or wait.

• February 2023 – Galaxy S23 Plus launched globally at €1,049 in Ireland (Samsung Ireland).
• March 2023 – Available in Ireland through Three, Vodafone, Eir, and Samsung direct.
• January 2024 – S24 Plus launches; S23 Plus price drops by ~€100 on most retail sites (Currys.ie).
• Current (2025) – Refurbished models widely available from €450; new stock starting to dwindle (Back Market Ireland).

The pattern: waiting for the S25 launch could save another €100.

Final verdict: Should you buy the Galaxy S23 Plus in Ireland in 2025?

The Galaxy S23 Plus is a phone that doesn’t feel two years old. Its Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip still outperforms the Exynos 2200 in the S24 Plus, the camera handles everything from portraits to night shots with ease, and the battery manages a full day without anxiety. For Irish buyers, the strongest argument is price: a refurbished unit from Back Market or ViberStore costs less than half the price of a new S24 Plus, and carrier deals at Three.ie can get you the phone for €459 upfront.

The trade-off is longevity. Samsung promises four major OS updates for the S23 Plus, meaning Android 17 in 2027 – not the seven years the S24 Plus gets. If you’re the type who swaps phones every two years, that’s irrelevant. If you expect to hold onto this for four or five years, the S24 Plus might be the wiser investment.

For Irish consumers who want a premium phone without a premium price, the calculation is simple: buy a refurbished Galaxy S23 Plus for €450–€500, enjoy flagship performance today, and pocket the €600+ you’d have spent on the S24 Plus. Or wait another year for the S25 series and watch refurbished prices drop even further. The choice is clear – act now and save, or wait and save more.

For a detailed breakdown of current prices and trade-in values, see our guide on Galaxy S23 Plus to Buy 2025.

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