Обзор Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Galaxy S23: Which should you buy?

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After a nearly two-year-long hiatus, Samsung has revived its Fan Edition smartphone line with the Galaxy S23 FE. It brings some big upgrades to its predecessor, like more capable cameras, a faster chip, and a more modern design. But even though it bears the Galaxy S23 branding, there are still some major differences that set the FE apart from Samsung’s latest flagship smartphones. In this comparison, we’ll take a closer look at the differences between the Galaxy S23 FE vs Galaxy S23 and help you pick the right smartphone for your needs.

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Galaxy S23: At a glance

• With its starting price of $599, the Galaxy S23 FE is cheaper than the entire mainline S23 series.
• Compared to the base Galaxy S23’s 6.1-inch display, the Fan Edition packs a larger 6.4-inch display.
• The FE’s larger footprint allows it to accommodate a significantly larger 4,500mAh battery.
• The mainline Galaxy S23 series packs a far more powerful and efficient Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset.
• In select regions, Samsung will include its in-house Exynos chipset in the Galaxy S23 FE. That’s not the case for the flagship S23 line; all regions enjoy the same chip and associated performance.
• Compared to the similarly sized Galaxy S23 Plus, the S23 FE is significantly cheaper but has a smaller battery and slower charging speeds. The FE also relies on older UFS 3.1 storage, which may result in slower loading times.
• While all Galaxy S23 models feature a glass back, the Fan Edition skimps a bit with Gorilla Glass 5 protection on the back. The flagship models use Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for better durability.
• Samsung’s flagship smartphones include a handful of extra premium features like eSIM support and an ultra-wideband (UWB) chip in the Galaxy S23 Plus.

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Galaxy S23: Specs

	Samsung Galaxy S23 FE	Samsung Galaxy S23	Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus
Display	6.4-inch Super AMOLED FHD+ (2,340 x 1,080) 19.5:9 aspect ratio 120Hz refresh rate	6.1-inch Dynamic AMOLED FHD+ (2,340 x 1,080) 19.5:9 aspect ratio 120Hz refresh rate	6.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED FHD+ (2,340 x 1,080) 19.5:9 aspect ratio 120Hz refresh rate
Processor	USA: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Global: Samsung Exynos 2200	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
RAM	8GB	8GB	8GB
Storage	UFS 3.1: 128GB, 256GB	128GB (UFS 3.1), 256GB (UFS 4.0)	UFS 4.0: 256GB or 512GB
Battery and charging	4,500mAh battery 25W wired charging 15W wireless charging 4.5W reverse wireless charging No charger in the box	3,900mAh battery 25W wired charging 15W wireless charging 4.5W reverse wireless charging No charger in the box	4,700mAh battery 45W wired charging 15W wireless charging 4.5W reverse wireless charging No charger in the box
Cameras	Rear: - 50MP main: ƒ/1.8 aperture, OIS - 12MP ultrawide: ƒ/2.2 aperture, 123-degree FoV - 8MP telephoto: ƒ/2.4 aperture, 3x optical zoom Front: - 10MP: ƒ/2.4 aperture	Rear: - 50MP main: ƒ/1.8 aperture, OIS - 12MP ultrawide: ƒ/2.2 aperture - 10MP telephoto: ƒ/2.4 aperture, 3x optical zoom Front: - 12MP: ƒ/2.2 aperture	Rear: - 50MP main: ƒ/1.8 aperture, OIS - 12MP ultrawide: ƒ/2.2 aperture - 10MP telephoto: ƒ/2.4 aperture, 3x optical zoom Front: - 12MP: ƒ/2.2 aperture
Audio	Stereo speakers Dual mics No 3.5mm jack	Stereo speakers Dual mics No 3.5mm jack	Stereo speakers Dual mics No 3.5mm jack
Security	In-display fingerprint Samsung Knox 5 years of security updates	In-display fingerprint Samsung Knox 5 years of security updates	In-display fingerprint Samsung Knox 5 years of security updates
Water resistance	IP68	IP68	IP68
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth 5.3 NFC support	Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth 5.3 NFC support mmWave 5G eSIM support	Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth 5.3 NFC support mmWave 5G eSIM support UWB chip
Software	One UI 5.1 based on Android 13	One UI 5.1 based on Android 13	One UI 5.1 based on Android 13
Materials	Gorilla Glass Victus front Metal frame Gorilla Glass 5 back	Gorilla Glass Victus front Metal frame Gorilla Glass Victus 2 rear panel	Gorilla Glass Victus front Metal frame Gorilla Glass Victus 2 rear panel
Dimensions and weight	157.9 x 76.5 x 8.1mm 209g	146.3 x 70.8 x 7.6mm 168g	157.7 x 76.2 x 7.6mm 196g

Based on the spec sheet, we’re glad to report that Samsung hasn’t changed its strategy with the Galaxy S23 FE. It includes everything we’d typically expect from the Fan Edition line and is essentially a slightly cut-down version of the flagship S23 series. Its display size sits between the regular S23 and S23 Plus, ultimately landing a bit closer to the latter.