Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8

Compare Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 side by side: Exynos 2200 (4 nm) / Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for…

Samsung

Galaxy Z Flip 8

$1,099

14categories won

5 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the Galaxy S23 FE leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy Z Flip 8. Choose the Galaxy Z Flip 8 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy S23 FE if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy Z Flip 8

Galaxy Z Flip 8 takes battery honors offering 4,400 mAh alongside 45W charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy Z Flip 8

Galaxy Z Flip 8 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy and 16GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy S23 FE

Galaxy S23 FE wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy S23 FE

Galaxy S23 FE provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $599 vs $1099.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

Galaxy S23 FE vs Galaxy Z Flip 8: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	Galaxy S23 FE	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Screen size	6.4"	6.75"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1080 x 2640Winner
Pixel density	403 ppi	423 ppiWinner
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1450 nits	2800 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	Galaxy S23 FE	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Chipset	Exynos 2200 (4 nm) / Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy
Process node	4 nm	2 nmWinner
AnTuTu score	3,200,000	3,200,000
Geekbench multi	10800	10800
Maximum RAM	8 GB	16 GBWinner
Maximum storage	256GB	512GBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	Galaxy S23 FE	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Optical zoom	3x	—
Ultrawide	12 MP	50 MPWinner
Selfie camera	10 MP	12 MPWinner
Max video	8K at 24fps	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	Galaxy S23 FE	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Capacity	4,500 mAh	4,400 mAh
Wired charging	25 W	45 WWinner
Wireless charging	15 W	20 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	Galaxy S23 FE	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Weight	209 g	187 gWinner
Thickness	8.2 mm	6.7 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Corning Gorilla Glass 5 front and back, aluminum frame	Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	Galaxy S23 FE	Galaxy Z Flip 8
Operating system	Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 (One UI 7)	Android 17
OS updates	4 years	7 yearsWinner
Security updates	4 years	7 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Specification	Galaxy S23 FE	Galaxy Z Flip 8
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$599Winner	$1,099