Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE

Our verdict: Neither phone sweeps the display: the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition is bigger at 6.7" while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is sharper at 403 PPI. Video callers will appreciate the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition and its 12MP front camera. Portability goes to the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition at 195g. The Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition is better sealed against water with its IP67 certification.

Screen
6.7" 6.4"
Display
Super AMOLED Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
385 403
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) Exynos 2200
Storage
128GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android 15 Android 13
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm 158 x 76.5 x 8.2 mm
Weight
195 grams 209 grams
Water Resistance
IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) IP53 - dust and splash protection
Contracts
SIM-free
£269.00 £199.00
Samsung Galaxy A36  Enterprise Edition Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition Samsung Galaxy S23 FE Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Screen 6.7" 6.4"
Display Super AMOLED Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 385 403
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm) Exynos 2200
Storage 128GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 13
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm 158 x 76.5 x 8.2 mm
Weight 195 grams 209 grams
Water Resistance IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) IP53 - dust and splash protection
Contracts
SIM-free £269.00 £199.00
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition or Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE's 6.4", the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has the sharper display at 403 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition or Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition or Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £199.00.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE use?

The Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition is powered by the Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE uses the Exynos 2200.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition or Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?

It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is more compact. It's 14g lighter at 195 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is actually the more compact phone at 158 x 76.5 x 8.2 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition or Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?

The Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE run?

The Samsung Galaxy A36 Enterprise Edition runs Android 15 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE runs Android 13. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.