Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Xiaomi 11i
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 11i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads — 45/100 vs 34/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 11i has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi 11i doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Xiaomi 11i
- Higher performance (20/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 207g vs 209g
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (41/100 vs 38/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs the Xiaomi 11i, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE scores 11 points higher (45/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (63/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i leads (51/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (63/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (51/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 11i and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (41/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | Xiaomi 11i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1436963 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1675 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4453 | — | |
| Display | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 127 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 11, MIUI 12.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1450 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $599 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 11i
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 11i
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 11i
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 11i
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (20/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (63/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (51/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 11i and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (41/100 vs 38/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 11i — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi 11i — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on camera score (63/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on performance (20/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE over the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 11i is a better fit for everyday use.