the Samsung mobile which shows that high-end can also be affordable

Samsung, like every year, did not wait long to present the new Samsung Galaxy S24, equipped with a significant dose of artificial intelligence to attract users with functions that can prove very useful. However, not all users are looking for a mobile phone that comes close to, or even exceeds, the thousand euro mark.

Many people are simply looking for a device that works fast, has a good camera, a quality screen and above all that it presents better value for money than a traditional high-end mobile phone. And that’s where the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE comes in, a version of its mobile phone from last year that the company just launched.

At EL ESPAÑOL – El Androide Libre we have been testing this device for a few weeks, and the truth is that it offers a lot for a price that it doesn’t reach 700 dollars. It could become one of the most interesting devices in the company’s catalog, also due to its size, located between the base model of the Galaxy S and the Plus model.

A recognizable design

The Korean company has been doing a good job for years when it comes to the design of its mobile phones and tablets. One of the things that stands out the most about the device is the fact that its edges are slightly curved, while its back is completely flat. This gives it a fairly recognizable and simple appearance, while offering good grip with this curvature.

It does not have a camera module as such, but the company is committed to introducing each sensor directly on the back. With this vertical placement, it gives it an aesthetic that we really liked. Its front camera sits in a hole in the central part of the screen.

On its right side we find the volume and power button, while at the bottom we find one of its speakers and the USB Type C port. Above there is only a opening to extract the SIM tray and a second microphone which eliminates ambient noise. on calls.

The only “but” that can be said about this design is that the bezel that lines the front of the device is a bit larger than on other high-end models, and this is especially noticeable when the screen background is light in color. Beyond that, it is a device that fits very well in the hand, and offers great sensations when used without a case.

Its screen is of quality

The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is not excessively large, in fact, it only takes up a little more than other compact devices on the market like the Google Pixel 7a. Your panel has a Diagonal of 6.4 inches, it is a Dynamic AMOLED and it has Full HD+ resolution, a standard except when we talk about high-end mobile phones. If there is something that characterizes Samsung, it is the use of its own panels, which always tend to stand out.

It is capable of displaying vivid colors that make the experience of using the mobile phone very pleasant and attractive. It is also possible to choose in the settings a less intense and less tiring color settings for the eyes for prolonged use. Likewise, when night comes, you can activate a reading mode which allows you not to strain your eyes too much.

When it comes to watching movies and series on Netflix, HBO Max or any other streaming service, the performance is very good, and although the panel is not excessively large, it can be a great alternative for downloading content and watch it while traveling or traveling. public transport routes.

Thanks to its brightness of 1,450 nits, Using your cell phone on the street on a sunny day won’t be complicated at all.. Its brightness is not excessively high either, but it is more than enough for its content to be seen without problem. Without a doubt, this panel is one of the mobile’s strong points.

Good in power and software

Samsung typically uses its own processors for some devices, including the Galaxy S family, as is the case. On this occasion, the company decided to use an Exynos 2200, the same as used in the Galaxy S22 and that today it is capable of offering very good performance, while leaving a certain distance in this sense with the Galaxy S24s to come.

Samsung’s strategy with its FE range is to make them sleek, high-end devices, but which offer an experience similar to that offered by their flagship models. The processor represents the small sacrifices that the company makes to lower the final price for the user, but it remains a good choice, even for intensive use.

Still, it’s a model capable of running any game, and it also has no problem accomplishing heavy tasks. In this case, the brand It was accompanied by 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB internal storage. There is also a model with 128 GB of internal storage. Although, taking into account the photographic capabilities of the device (with the corresponding increase in the weight of photographs and videos) and the fact that it does not have the capacity to use a micro SD card, it is less less logical to opt for the model base.

In daily use, we encountered no problems in terms of performance. One UI is a customization layer that isn’t exactly lightweight, but makes up for it with the large number of native features and services it offers. Samsung has its own gallery, calculator, calendar, notes and media player app, as well as other interesting apps like Smart Things or Samsung Wallet, although there are no restrictions if you want to use Google’s and uninstall those of Samsung.

This is not the first time that we discuss the virtues of this layer, which has exclusive features such as Edge Contents, a drop-down bar that can include quick access to applications and other functions; Galaxy Themes, an interface management system that allows you to switch between different styles and even download custom themes from other users.

It also has a device maintenance section in the settings through which you can know the status of battery, memory, storage, performance and optimization of applications, there is even a special mode to protect user privacy if the phone mobile should be sent to technical service, to name some of its many options.

Approved in cameras

Logically, the photographic section is another of the victims compared to the Galaxy S family from the beginning of the year. But that doesn’t make things bad, they maintain a high standard. Simply, It lags behind in features and details compared to models like the Galaxy S24 Ultra, whose camera is a real Swiss army knife. Its resolution also decreases, since this Galaxy S23 Fe has cameras of 50, 13 and 8 Mpx, amounts that are not that bulky, but which work quite well.

The images it takes are very good, both with its main camera and with the telephoto and wide-angle lenses. They have good quality during the day, where they are able to achieve a great level of detail and adequately depict any landscape you wish to capture. It sometimes happens that the treatment saturates certain colors a little more, making the result more attractive but also less natural. Either way, it’s something that can be fixed with a little image editing.

At night, the main camera remains at a good level, but without reaching the most current high-end standards. However, it is worth noting that it is several notches above some cheaper devices. It has an optical image stabilizer, which will make involuntary hand movements less noticeable when taking photos and videos.

One of the great positive points of this camera is its triple telephoto sensor, thanks to which it is possible to get quite close to objects located relatively far away without losing the level of detail of the photograph. These are ideal sensors for anyone who loves photography, but doesn’t want to bother with a high-end device.

I buy it?

Samsung’s strategy in the market is also to enable every type of user to have a business cell phone in different price ranges, including the high end. You can get this device as a first step in this segment in the brand’s catalog, and it is a mobile phone that may have few ifs and buts. Its screen is one of its best sections, which allows you to enjoy a great experience at any time and in any activity.

On the power side, it uses its own high-end processor, but from previous generations. It works quite well and has no disadvantages if we take into account that it is one of the factors which made it possible to lower the price Of the device. It’s possible to play any game and quickly switch between apps, which is why we don’t put any buts in it.

It is a very capable mobile phone that can be a great option for anyone who wants a fast, well-designed device that works quickly. Battery life is one of the few areas for improvement, but it still lasts a full day without issue. Its price starts at 709 dollars, although it can be found at a considerably lower price.

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