Samsung Galaxy S23 FE 5G in Kenya

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE 5G price in Kenya is KSH 58,000. It 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 YES Gadgets Kenya at an affordable retail price, with several colour variants for your choosing: Mint, Cream, Graphite, Purple, Indigo and Tangerine.

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE 5G specs & price in Kenya

Brand	Samsung
Model	Galaxy S23 FE 5G
Announced	4 October 2023
Released	5 October 2023
Operating System	Android 13, One UI 5.1
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) – USA Exynos 2200 (4 nm) – International
CPU Speed	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
GPU	Xclipse 920 – International Adreno 730 – USA
Storage	128GB/256GB
RAM	8GB
Card Slot	No
Rear Camera	50 MP + 8 MP + 12 MP
Front Camera	10 MP
Network	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Sim Card	Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Weight	209 g (7.37 oz)
Dimensions	158 x 76.5 x 8.2 mm (6.22 x 3.01 x 0.32 in)
Screen Resolution	1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
Display Type	Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 1450 nits (peak)
Display Size	6.4 inches, 100.5 cm2 (~83.2% screen-to-body ratio)
3.5mm jack	No
Bluetooth	5.3, A2DP, LE
GPS	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
NFC	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
USB	USB Type-C, OTG
Radio	No
Sensor	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass Bixby natural language commands and dictation Samsung Pay (Visa, MasterCard certified)
Battery	Li-Ion 4,500 mAh, non-removable
Fast Charging	25W wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min Wirless
Colors	Mint, Cream, Graphite, Purple, Indigo, Tangerine
Price in Kenya	Ksh 58,000

Body Build and Display

The Galaxy S23 FE weighs 209g and measures 158 x 76.5 x 8.2 mm. It is a great phone, based on the design and aesthetics of the phone. The familiar design excellence of the smartphone is inherited from the Samsung Galaxy S23 flagship, with the premium aesthetics making it fashionable, appealing and great to grasp and operate.

Made of a glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame. It is IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) and has a tamper-proof Corning Gorilla Glass 5 display protection, making it ideal to use in all-weather condition. Samsung Galaxy S23 FE

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE Display

The phone has a dazzling display that is both smooth and immersive. Vision Booster optimizes your display settings for clear visuals in bright light, and an adaptive 120Hz refresh rate ensures smooth scrolling and gaming.

The 6.4-inch, Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with an impressive resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels is a 19.5:9 ratio (~403 ppi density), as good as it comes for Samsung’s high-end smartphones. Protected by the tamper-proof Corning Gorilla Glass 5, you will have no dull moment when you power the display and immerse yourself in gaming and watching videos.

The Camera Setup

The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE camera set-up lets you take the best shots, day or night. A pro-grade camera turns your shots into works of art, no matter the time of day. Get detail and clarity in every photo with a high-resolution sensor.

Front Camera

For selfies, use the single, 10 MP, f/2.4, 26mm (wide) that takes decent, high-quality pictures and videos for your indulgence with family and friends. Show off the real you with the selfie-ready Front Camera. Clarity and consistency create a lasting impression.

Main Camera

The primary Camera consists of a triple-lens setup:

• 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), PDAF, OIS
• 8 MP, f/2.4, 75mm (telephoto), PDAF, with 3x optical zoom
• 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide) sensor

Make every photo sweeter with a 50MP high-resolution camera that can capture even the tiniest details.

Vivid Details at Night

Don’t let low light hold back your creativity. Your photos are captured in rich colour with reduced noise, and night videos are smooth and steady, even in the dark. Nightography lets you capture epic photos, no matter where you are or what time of day. The dark is no longer a deal-breaker.

Photo Remaster

Breathe new life into old memories. Rediscover old photos and sharpen blurry pictures with Photo Remaster.

Video Recording

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE makes your video recording experience even better. The main camera is well equipped to record 8K@24fps, 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 720p@960fps videos without compromise.

Performance

The Do-it-All processing power on Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a statement of intent by Samsung on the capabilities of the new handset. Give your live-streaming, video editing and social content creation a boost with the premium processing power you expect from Samsung Galaxy.

It packs an impressive:

• Exynos 2200 (4 nm) chipset
• Octa-core (1×2.8 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3×2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A510) CPU
• Xclipse 920

The integrated processing unit offers reliability and efficiency regarding multi-tasking, high-setting gaming, video editing and power optimization on the battery.

Phone Memory

Smartphone storage plays a fundamental role in enabling the downloading and storage of applications, running on essential software on the handset and storing files, data and media taken or shared through social media. Samsung ensures you have no limitations regarding your preferred applications access and use besides the content you want to be saved on your phone by installing 128GB 8GB RAM / 256GB 8GB RAM (No MicroSD). Additional memory would still have made a difference, but it does not impact the handset’s functionality as much.

Connectivity and Communications

Connectivity

The FE family connects you to the people and passions you love. The Galaxy FE line is designed to work together seamlessly across your smartphone, Tab and Buds.

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE supports 5G GSM connectivity, supporting 2G, 3G up to 5G bandwidth. Thus, you can enjoy fast uploading and downloading large files based on the supported HSPA, LTE-A (CA), 5G network speeds.

Other connectivity options include:

• Internet: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
• Bluetooth: 3, A2DP, LE
• USB: USB Type-C, OTG
• NFC

Communications Aids

For the best experience when using the handset for communication, make use of the following:

• Stereo speakers, which are essential for high-quality audio output
• GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS for positioning and accurate location when travelling or motoring to unfamiliar areas
• Radio for listening to your favourite radio presenters and shows
• Multiple sensors which help better handle the handset: Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass, and Virtual proximity sensing.

Battery and Power Management

Powering the Samsung handset is an able and reliant Li-Ion 4500 mAh, non-removable battery that provides 24 hours of use before recharging if you are an average user.  Get the power you need for the things you love with an intelligent battery that keeps you going all day and into the night. You can watch videos for up to 21 hours and listen for up to 66 hours on the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE before recharging. You can opt for wireless battery recharging or fast charging through the 25W wired PD2.0 unit that charges 1-50% in 30 minutes.

Pros and Cons of Samsung Galaxy S23 FE

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 Handsets of Samsung Galaxy S23 FE

• Samsung Galaxy S23
• Samsung Galaxy S23+
• iPhonea 15 Pro
• Google Pixel 8