Definition:
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a fan edition model of the Galaxy S23 series, providing high-end features and performance at a more affordable price compared to the flagship models. It boasts a refined design, robust performance, and a solid camera setup.

Product Overview:

Network Technology:

  • Supported Technologies: GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G
  • Launch Date: Announced on October 4, 2023
  • Current Status: Available; released on October 5, 2023

Body Dimensions & Build:

  • Dimensions: 158 x 76.5 x 8.2 mm (6.22 x 3.01 x 0.32 in)
  • Weight: 209 g (7.37 oz)
  • Build Materials: Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
  • SIM Options:
    • Single SIM (Nano-SIM)
    • Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
    • Dual SIM (2 Nano-SIMs or SIM & eSIM, dual stand-by)
  • Water/Dust Resistance: IP68 (dust/water resistant up to 1.5m for 30 min)

Display:

  • Type: Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+
  • Size: 6.4 inches (~83.2% screen-to-body ratio)
  • Resolution: 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
  • Brightness: 1450 nits (peak)
  • Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 5

Platform:

  • Operating System: Android 13, upgradable up to 4 major Android versions, One UI 6.1
  • Chipset Options:
    • Exynos 2200 (4 nm) – International
    • Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) – USA
  • CPU Options:
    • Exynos: Octa-core (1×2.8 GHz Cortex-X2, 3×2.50 GHz Cortex-A710, 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A510)
    • Snapdragon: Octa-core (1×3.00 GHz Cortex-X2, 3×2.50 GHz Cortex-A710, 4×1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
  • GPU Options:
    • Exynos: Xclipse 920
    • Snapdragon: Adreno 730

Memory:

  • Internal Storage Options:
    • 128GB with 8GB RAM
    • 256GB with 8GB RAM
  • Card Slot: No
  • Storage Type: UFS

Main Camera:

  • Triple Cameras:
    • 50 MP (wide, f/1.8, PDAF, OIS)
    • 8 MP (telephoto, f/2.4, 3x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS)
    • 12 MP (ultrawide, f/2.2, 123˚)
  • Features: LED flash, HDR, panorama
  • Video Capabilities: 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 720p@960fps

Selfie Camera:

  • Single Camera:
    • 10 MP (wide, f/2.4)
  • Video Capabilities: 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS

Sound:

  • Speakers: Yes, with stereo speakers
  • 3.5mm Jack: No
  • Audio Quality: 32-bit/384kHz
  • Loudspeaker: -23.7 LUFS (Very good)

Connectivity:

  • WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
  • Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE
  • Positioning: GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
  • NFC: Yes
  • Radio: Unspecified
  • USB: USB Type-C, OTG

Features & Sensors:

  • Sensors: Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass
  • Additional Features: Virtual proximity sensing, Samsung DeX

Battery:

  • Type: Li-Ion 4500 mAh, non-removable
  • Charging:
    • 25W wired, PD3.0 (50% in 30 min)
    • 15W wireless
    • Reverse wireless

Models:

  • SM-S711B, SM-S711B/DS, SM-S711U1, SM-S711U, SM-S711W, SM-S7110, SM-S711N

SAR Values:

  • SAR (Head): 0.80 W/kg
  • SAR (Body): 0.72 W/kg
  • SAR EU: 0.76 W/kg (head), 1.04 W/kg (body)

Price:

  • Approximate Prices: $262.42 / €457.85 / £320.00 / ₹36,489

Tests:

  • Performance:
    • AnTuTu: 940,921 (v9), 1,129,280 (v10)
    • GeekBench: 3,550 (v5.1), 3,946 (v6)
    • GFXBench: 79fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
  • Display: 985 nits max brightness (measured)
  • Loudspeaker: -23.7 LUFS (Very good)

Colors Available:

  • Mint
  • Cream
  • Graphite
  • Purple
  • Indigo
  • Tangerine

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