Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Sony Xperia 5 IV
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Sony Xperia 5 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads — 67/100 vs 63/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 5 IV has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is faster in AnTuTu (1,436,963 vs 1,242,193); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has the stronger camera (127 vs 119); the Sony Xperia 5 IV is noticeably lighter (172g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Sony Xperia 5 IV
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1436963 vs 1242193
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 IV better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Lighter: 172g vs 209g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs the Sony Xperia 5 IV, the Sony Xperia 5 IV scores 4 points higher (67/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (66/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Sony Xperia 5 IV are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (66/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (74/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | Sony Xperia 5 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1436963 | 1242193 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 127 | 119 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1450 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 172 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and Sony Xperia 5 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads Sony Xperia 5 IV by 15.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Sony Xperia 5 IV
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Sony Xperia 5 IV are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (66/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (74/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Sony Xperia 5 IV — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on camera score (63/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE over the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for active users.