Samsung Galaxy S23 FE 128GB 5G Review in Kenya by Cytech Digital
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE 5G features a 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1450 nits (peak) display, and measures 158 x 76.5 x 8.2 mm. made up of Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame, the Galaxy S23 model weighs 209g. Running on Android 13, One UI 5.1, the Galaxy handset is powered by an Octa-core, Exynos 2200 (4 nm) processor. It is anchored by 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB, and 8GB RAM phone memory (no MicroSD slot for additional memory). The memory is instrumental in storing pictures and videos recorded by the single, front-facing 10MP camera and triple 50MP + 8MP + 12MP lenses at the phone’s rear. The primary camera records up to 8K videos.
Powering the handset is capable Li-Ion 4,500 mAh, a non-removable battery that provides enough sustainable power for a day before recharging. To recharge, use the wired 25W fast charger to refuel 1-50% of the battery in 30 minutes. Besides, the charging system on the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE supports wireless charging. Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is now available at Phoneplace Kenya at an affordable retail price, with several colour variants for your choosing: Mint, Cream, Graphite, Purple, Indigo and Tangerine.
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Brand
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Samsung
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Model
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Galaxy S23 FE 5G
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Announced
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4 October 2023
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Released
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5 October 2023
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Operating System
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Android 13, One UI 5.1
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Chipset
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Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) – USA Exynos 2200 (4 nm) – International |
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CPU Speed
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Octa-core (1×2.8 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3×2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A510) – International Octa-core (1×3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3×2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4×1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) – USA |
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GPU
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Xclipse 920 – International Adreno 730 – USA |
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Storage
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256GB
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RAM
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8GB
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Card Slot
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No
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Rear Camera
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50 MP + 8 MP + 12 MP
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Front Camera
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10 MP
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Network
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GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
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Sim Card
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Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
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Weight
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209 g (7.37 oz) |
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Dimensions
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158 x 76.5 x 8.2 mm (6.22 x 3.01 x 0.32 in) |
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Screen Resolution
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1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~403 ppi density) |
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Display Type
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Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 1450 nits (peak) |
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Display Size
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6.4 inches, 100.5 cm2 (~83.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
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3.5mm jack
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No |
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Bluetooth
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5.3, A2DP, LE
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GPS
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GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
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NFC
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Yes
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Wi-Fi
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Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
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USB
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USB Type-C, OTG |
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Radio
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No
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Sensor
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Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass Bixby natural language commands and dictation Samsung Pay (Visa, MasterCard certified) |
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Battery
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Li-Ion 4,500 mAh, non-removable |
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Fast Charging
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25W wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min Wirless |
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Colors
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Mint, Cream, Graphite, Purple, Indigo, Tangerine |
Pros
- Premium look and feel
- 5G enabled
- An upgrade of the primary lens, bringing it up from 12MP to 50MP, making it to be at par with the Samsung Galaxy S23 flagship
- 8K video recording capabilities
- Ray tracing, which is great for best gaming experience
- Immersive, cinematic display
- Powerful Performance
- Ample Storage choices
- Samsung Galaxy S23 FE 5G is waterproof with IP68 rating
- Latest Software
- Long-lasting battery
Cons
- Samsung Galaxy S23 FE 5G has a pricey tag
- No MicroSD
- No 3.5mm jack port
Alternative Products
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 12/256GB - KSh180,000
- Samsung Galaxy Z-Flip 6 - KSh107,000
- Samsung Galaxy S23 FE 128GB 5G - KSh52,000
- Samsung Galaxy A16 - KSh18,000
- Samsung Galaxy S25 12/256GB - KSh99,500
