Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G

Our verdict: The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G wins on both fronts with a 6.7" screen and 524 PPI. On paper, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G wins the camera battle with 64MP on the rear. Video callers will appreciate the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G and its 32MP front camera. Buying outright? The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is more affordable at £209.99 SIM-free.

Screen
6.5" 6.7"
Display
Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen Dynamic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen
Resolution
1080 x 2400 1440 x 3200
Pixels Per Inch
405 524
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 64 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset
Exynos 990 Exynos 990
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS
Android 10 Android
SIM Type
Standard 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/ax
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X
Dimensions
159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm 162 x 74 x 7.8 mm
Weight
190 grams 188 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
SIM-free
£209.99 £264.99
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G
Screen 6.5" 6.7"
Display Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen Dynamic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen
Resolution 1080 x 2400 1440 x 3200
Pixels Per Inch 405 524
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 64 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Chipset Exynos 990 Exynos 990
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS Android 10 Android
SIM Type Standard 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/ax
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X
Dimensions 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm 162 x 74 x 7.8 mm
Weight 190 grams 188 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
SIM-free £209.99 £264.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G has the sharper display at 524 pixels per inch versus 405, and the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G uses a Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panel while the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G has a Dynamic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G has a 64 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 S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £209.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G and Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G and Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G use?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is powered by the Exynos 990, while the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G uses the Exynos 990.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is the more portable of the two — they weigh about the same (190 grams vs 188 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G and Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G run?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G runs Android 10 and the Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 5G runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.