Samsung Galaxy S20 FE vs Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Our Verdict: The Galaxy S20 FE and the Galaxy S22 Ultra are two years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The S22 Ultra 5G leads on camera hardware with a 108MP main sensor to the S20 Fan Edition's 12MP, plus a 40MP selfie camera against 32MP, and only the S22 Ultra 5G is a 5G phone; the S20 Fan Edition maxes out at 4G. The S22 Ultra 5G has the bigger battery of the two, 5000mAh against 4500mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the S22 Ultra 5G has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.5" and sharper at 500 PPI. The S22 Ultra 5G is the better phone; upgrade from the S20 Fan Edition if you want the newer hardware, or hold on if yours still does the job.
Buying outright, the S20 Fan Edition starts at £160 SIM-free.
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Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 10 reviews |
4.6 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.8" |
| Display | Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1440 x 3080 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 405 | 500 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 108 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 40 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 990 | Exynos 2200 |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 12 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | 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 | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm | 163.3 x 77.9 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight | 190 grams | 228 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 | £159.99 | £284.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has the sharper display at 500 pixels per inch versus 405, and the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE uses a Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panel while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has a 108 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 or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £159.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra use?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is powered by the Exynos 990, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra uses the Exynos 2200.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is the more portable of the two: it's 38g lighter at 190 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm, and is slimmer at 8.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE or Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
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 and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra run?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE runs Android 10 and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra runs Android 12. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.