Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 64/100 vs 63/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 1,436,963); the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is noticeably lighter (209g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Tecno Phantom V Fold
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 299g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 1436963
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 1 points higher (64/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (74/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Tecno Phantom V Fold are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (48/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Tecno Phantom V Fold are nearly equal (51/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 1436963 | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 127 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1450 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 209 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 6.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom V Fold
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (74/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Tecno Phantom V Fold are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (48/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Tecno Phantom V Fold are nearly equal (51/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on camera score (63/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (74/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.