Samsung Galaxy S20 FE vs Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Our Verdict: There's six years between the Galaxy S20 FE and the Galaxy S26 FE, so the Galaxy S26 FE is ahead on most things. The S26 FE has a massively higher-resolution main camera, 50MP against the S20 Fan Edition's 12MP, and only the S26 FE is a 5G phone; the S20 Fan Edition maxes out at 4G. The S26 FE packs the bigger battery, 4900mAh against 4500mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and the S26 FE has the bigger screen at 6.7" against 6.5", while the S20 Fan Edition has the sharper one at 405 PPI. If you're on the S20 Fan Edition, the S26 FE is a real step up, but only worth it if the changes above matter to you.
If you'd rather pay up front, the S20 Fan Edition is the cheaper buy at £109 SIM-free.
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Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
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Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 10 reviews |
3.7 5 reviews |
| Screen | 6.5" | 6.7" |
| Display | Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 405 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 990 | Exynos 2500 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 4,900 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 17 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-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/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm | 161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 190 grams | 193 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 | - |
£14.99/mo
£259.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £109.00 | £697.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE's 6.5", the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE has the sharper display at 405 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE uses a Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panel while the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S20 FE or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £109.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE use?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is powered by the Exynos 990, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE uses the Exynos 2500 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is the more portable of the two: it's 3g lighter at 190 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE or Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
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 S26 FE run?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE runs Android 10 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE runs Android 17. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.