Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S23
Our Verdict: The Galaxy S20 FE 5G and the Galaxy S23 are two years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The S23 5G leads on camera hardware with a 50MP main sensor to the S20 5G Fan Edition's 12MP, and the S20 5G Fan Edition has the bigger battery of the two, 4500mAh against 3900mAh, which usually means longer between charges. The S20 5G Fan Edition has the bigger screen at 6.5" against 6.1", while the S23 5G has the sharper one at 422 PPI, and the S23 5G is the lighter phone at 167g against 190g. Coming from the S20 5G Fan Edition, the S23 5G is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
Buying outright, the S20 5G Fan Edition starts at £120 SIM-free.
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Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G
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Samsung Galaxy S23
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| Release Date | 2 October 2020 | 17 February 2023 |
| Expert Rating |
4.3 10 reviews |
4.2 13 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.1" |
| Display | Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 405 | 422 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 990 | Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 3,900 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 13 |
| 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/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm | 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 190 grams | 167 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 | - |
£20.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £119.99 | £209.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G has the bigger screen at 6.5" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S23's 6.1", the Samsung Galaxy S23 has the sharper display at 422 pixels per inch versus 405, and the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G uses a Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panel while the Samsung Galaxy S23 has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 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 S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £119.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G and Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G and Samsung Galaxy S23 use?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is powered by the Exynos 990, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 uses the Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is the more portable of the two: it's 23g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm, and is slimmer at 7.6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy S23?
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 S23 run?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G runs Android 10 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 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.