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Galaxy S23 FE vs 13 Pro 5G

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Galaxy S23 FE
Samsung · 2023

Galaxy S23 FE

$599
83.5/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
83.5
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera91/100
Battery78/100
13 Pro 5G
Realme · 2024

13 Pro 5G

$300
83.4/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
83.4
Benchmark
Performance95/100
Camera84/100
Battery86/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy S23 FE:
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.4" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy 13 Pro 5G:
  • ✓17g lighter chassis (192g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$299 lower launch MSRP ($300 vs $599)
  • ✓Larger 5,200 mAh battery capacity (+700 mAh more capacity)

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationGalaxy S23 FE13 Pro 5G
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechDynamic AMOLED 2XAMOLED / OLED display
Screen Size6.4"6.7"
Resolution & Density2340x1080 (403 ppi)N/A
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion60 Hz
Brightness1,450 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 13Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB16 GB
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB128GB / 256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.8, OIS50 MP
Telephoto Zoom8 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OISNone (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens10 MP, f/2.416 MP
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions158 x 76.5 x 8.3 mmN/A
Weight209 g192 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68Not certified
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh5,200 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless Charging15W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.1Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$599$300
Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy S23 FE edges ahead with a BeastScore of 83.5/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy S23 FE ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 91/100 camera rating.

When to buy Galaxy S23 FE:
Higher overall BeastScore: 83.5 vs top rival 83.4 · Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W
When to buy 13 Pro 5G:
Larger battery capacity: 5,200 mAh (+700 mAh more) · More system memory: 16GB RAM vs max 8GB
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy S23 FE vs 13 Pro 5G

Which phone is better: Galaxy S23 FE or 13 Pro 5G?

Galaxy S23 FE leads with an overall BeastScore of 83.5/100 compared to 13 Pro 5G (83.4/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 83.5 vs top rival 83.4 and Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy S23 FE and 13 Pro 5G?

Galaxy S23 FE is equipped with a 6.4-inch display and 4500 mAh battery, while 13 Pro 5G features a 6.7-inch display and 5200 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Galaxy S23 FE and 13 Pro 5G?

In lab hardware evaluations, Galaxy S23 FE scores 91/100 in camera performance, while 13 Pro 5G scores 84/100.

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