Overall Score
68.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#684)68.8
Performance(#2548)64.8
Camera(#752)51.6
Display(#644)88.5
Battery(#381)73.5
Build(#1592)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE features a sleek design with dimensions of 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm and a weight of 190g, utilizing a glass front, plastic back, and aluminum frame.
- Its 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and HDR10+ support, providing vibrant visuals and smooth scrolling.
- Performance is powered by either the Exynos 990 or Snapdragon 865 chipset, paired with up to 8GB of RAM, ensuring efficient multitasking and gaming.
- The camera system includes a versatile triple rear setup with a 12 MP wide, 8 MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom, and a 12 MP ultrawide lens, capable of 4K video recording and enhanced low-light performance.
- A 32 MP front camera delivers high-quality selfies.
- The 4500mAh battery supports 25W fast charging and wireless charging, offering ample power for daily use.
- The device runs on Android 10, upgradable to Android 13, with One UI 5.1 for a user-friendly experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, though it lacks 5G support.
- Stereo speakers enhance audio quality, while the absence of a headphone jack may be a drawback for some users.
- Overall, the Galaxy S20 FE combines solid performance, a vibrant display, and a capable camera in a stylish package.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, September 23
Announced2020, September 23
DescriptionAlso available with 5GAlso known as Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition, Samsung Galaxy S20 Lite, Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 4G
Display
Size6.5"
TypeSuper AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~407 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate120Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetExynos 990 (7 nm+) - Version 1Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+) - Version 2
CPUOcta-core (2x2.73 GHz Mongoose M5 & 2x2.50 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) - Version 1Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) - Version 2
GPUMali-G77 MP11 - Version 1Adreno 650 - Version 2
Memory128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.76", 1.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS8 MP, f/2.4, 76mm (telephoto), 1/4.5", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.0", 1.12µm
Front Camera32 MP
Front Camera Details32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm
Video Recording4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4500 mAh
Charging Details25W wired, PD3.015W wireless (Qi)4.5W reverse wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm (6.29 x 2.93 x 0.33 in)
Weight190 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsCloud Lavender, Cloud Mint, Cloud Navy, Cloud White, Cloud Red, Cloud Orange
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat19 1800/200 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.2, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 10, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5.1
OS VersionAndroid 10, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5.1
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo