{"id":76760,"date":"2023-11-01T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-10-31T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/?p=76760"},"modified":"2023-11-01T03:43:33","modified_gmt":"2023-10-31T19:43:33","slug":"is-samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/2023\/11\/01\/is-samsung-galaxy-s23-fe-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Is the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE For You?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Thanks to Samsung, I have the chance to review the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (Fan Edition). It is a short review but as a S23 Ultra user, I believe I can immediately let you know if it is worth having.<\/p>\n\n\n

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As you might already saw on my previous post, I went to their launch event recently<\/a> and had the chance to see other S23 FE colorways. <\/p>\n\n\n

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The Samsung Galaxy FE is definitely targeted for the younger generation who wanted a Galaxy phone with similar features to the flagship and yet does not break the bank. At less than SGD 1,000, it has almost the same specs as the Galaxy S23+ except for the screen size and processor specs (S23 FE is using Exynos 2200 while S23+ is using Snapdragon 8 Gen 2) and some minor details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, why did Samsung have the Fan Edition. I believe the best reason is that it feels like a flagship (slightly bulkier) with a pricing that is comfortable for most people.<\/p>\n\n\n

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If you compare the size of the screen to other Flaship S Series , the Galaxy S23 FE has a unique screen size.<\/p>\n\n\n

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I tried to compare the specs of the S23 FE and the S23+, they are like 95% the same. Do note that even though the S23+ has a bigger screen, it is lighter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of camera specs, they are similar, and most will not notice the differences. Of course, if you are a person who wants the best camera system, the S23 FE is NOT for you. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Here are the camera specs differences between the S23 FE and the S23 Plus. Can you spot the differences?<\/p>\n\n\n

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For the front facing camera, it does not have auto focus.<\/p>\n\n\n

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The moment I looked at the bottom of the S23 FE, it immediately reminds me of iPhone.<\/p>\n\n\n

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In fact, I stacked up the S23 FE, iPhone 14 and iPhone 12 as shown below. They are quite similar, right? <\/p>\n\n\n

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On the top, it has a microphone and the SIM card slot.<\/p>\n\n\n

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On one side, it has the rocker volume buttons and the power on\/off button. On the other side, it does not have any buttons at all.<\/p>\n\n\n

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It is using One UI Version 5.1 which is the same as my S23 Ultra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I did not specifically focus on the camera. Instead, I focused on the user experience of using it as a normal phone. The battery is good. Screen size is good, and really good for viewing content on it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As mentioned earlier, it is slightly bulkier than the S23+. You can feel that it is very solid and well built. Without any casing, the 3 rear cameras lenses are quite protruding. I do suggest that you get a casing for it. My review unit does not come with any casing. You can check out my unboxing here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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