Poco F7 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
The Poco F7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $399 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F7 leads — 66/100 vs 63/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F7 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4500); the Poco F7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,199,079 vs 1,436,963).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F7
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
What makes Poco F7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2199079 vs 1436963
- Better Geekbench Single: 2072 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6649 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $599
- Higher performance (80/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 215g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F7 vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, the Poco F7 scores 3 points higher (66/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F7 leads (80/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 leads (68/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Poco F7 — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 40/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Poco F7 is a bit better (80/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F7 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Poco F7 (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (68/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Poco F7 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F7 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2199079 | 1436963 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2072 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6649 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 127 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 1450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×77.9×8.2 mm | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Poco F7
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Poco F7
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F7
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F7 and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F7 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 53.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Poco F7 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F7 is a bit better (80/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F7 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Poco F7 (63/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (68/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Poco F7 are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F7 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Poco F7 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco F7 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Poco F7 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F7 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on camera score (63/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F7 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Poco F7 leads on performance (80/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Poco F7 over the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Poco F7 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for active users.