Expert review Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Samsung S23 FE
- You can take razor-sharp photos with the various cameras in this device.
- With the telephoto lens, you can zoom up to 3 times without losing quality.
- You're ensured of Android and security updates until 2027.
- You can't expand the storage capacity with a memory card.
First impression
Thanks to the glass back and aluminum housing, the Samsung S23 FE looks luxurious. I also notice that there's no camera island on the back of this device. The 3 cameras are located separately on the back. I was already used to this because of the S23 series. Thanks to its medium size, I find the S23 FE comfortable to hold.
Just as powerful as the S23 and S23 Plus
The S23 FE has a different processor than the S23 models that were released earlier this year. Still, I notice little difference between the performance of these smartphones. With the S23 FE, I can easily play 3D games. I also notice that my apps open quickly. In addition, multitasking isn't a problem for the S23 FE.
Razor-sharp photos and videos
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With the wide-angle lens, you can easily photograph a group of buildings.
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You can see a lot of detail in the photos you take with the standard lens.
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Thanks to the telephoto lens, I can zoom in 3 times without losing quality.
There are 3 cameras on the back of the Samsung S23 FE: a standard lens, wide-angle lens, and telephoto lens. This means that I have a suitable camera for almost any situation. I can take sharp photos with all of the cameras, both during the day and at night. I find the wide-angle lens especially useful for taking a photo of a large building. The telephoto lens is ideal for zooming in far.
Sharp, medium-sized screen
The 6.4-inch screen of the S23 FE has an average size. It's difficult for me to control the screen with 1 hand. Thanks to the Full HD resolution and AMOLED technology, images look sharp and colorful. Though the screen isn't very large, I can still comfortably watch movies and series on Netflix or Videoland.
Good battery life, charging is slower
I notice that the 4500mAh battery of the S23 FE usually lasts until the end of the day. If you take many photos, play games, or watch videos, you'll need to charge this Samsung phone multiple times. The fastest way to do this is with a 25W fast charger from Samsung. Unfortunately, this isn't included. The battery charges about 50% in 30 minutes. This is slower than with other smartphones in this price range.
Conclusion
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a mid-range smartphone with features of a high-end device. On paper, its speed is slightly less than the regular S23 series. I didn't notice much of this. The cameras of the S23 FE are the biggest reason to choose this device. One of the few cons is that charging the battery takes a relatively long time.
New: the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
In the meantime, Samsung has released the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE. This means the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is less readily available. The S24 FE has a new, more powerful processor. The S24 FE also has a larger screen and a larger battery.
