Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Vivo V30 Pro
The Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and Vivo V30 Pro occupy different market positions despite similar $499-599 pricing. Display quality favors the V30 Pro significantly, with a larger 6.78-inch AMOLED screen, higher 2800 x 1260 resolution, and exceptional 2800 nits brightness compared to the S23 FE's 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X at 1450 nits. The V30 Pro also weighs 187g versus 209g, feels slimmer at 7.39mm thickness, and delivers superior charging speeds at 80W versus Samsung's 25W. However, the S23 FE excels in camera versatility with its telephoto lens offering 3x optical zoom and superior optical image stabilization across more focal lengths. Samsung's IP68 rating provides better water resistance than Vivo's IP54. Processing power slightly favors the S23 FE with its Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 variant in some markets, though the Dimensity 8200 remains competitive. Battery capacity tips toward Vivo at 5000mAh versus 4500mAh, but wireless charging exists only on Samsung. For buyers prioritizing display excellence, thinness, and fast charging, the V30 Pro delivers better value. Those wanting optical zoom versatility and wireless convenience should choose the S23 FE.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE if…
- →Flagship features like 120Hz AMOLED and IP68 at a lower price
- →Bright 1450-nit display for good outdoor visibility
- →3x optical zoom telephoto is rare in this price range
Buy the Vivo V30 Pro if…
- →Zeiss-tuned triple 50 MP camera system
- →50 MP autofocus selfie camera is class-leading
- →Bright 2800 nit AMOLED display
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Pros
- Flagship features like 120Hz AMOLED and IP68 at a lower price
- Bright 1450-nit display for good outdoor visibility
- 3x optical zoom telephoto is rare in this price range
- Four years of OS updates guaranteed
- Wireless charging with reverse wireless PowerShare
Cons
- Exynos 2200 variant has weaker performance and efficiency
- Only 25W wired charging is slow for 2023
- Gorilla Glass 5 is older protection than Victus 2
- 8 MP telephoto resolution is low
- Heavier at 209 g due to older processor thermals
Vivo V30 Pro
Pros
- Zeiss-tuned triple 50 MP camera system
- 50 MP autofocus selfie camera is class-leading
- Bright 2800 nit AMOLED display
- Slim and lightweight design at 7.39 mm
- 80W fast charging
Cons
- No telephoto camera
- IP54 is only splash-proof
- No wireless charging
- Limited availability in some markets
- Funtouch OS has bloatware
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | Vivo V30 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (One UI 5.1) | Android 14, Funtouch OS 14 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 209 g | 187 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 5 | Aluminum frame, glass back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP54 |
| Dimensions | 158 x 76.5 x 8.2 mm | 164.08 x 74.93 x 7.39 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.88, OIS (Sony IMX920) |
| Front camera | 10 MP, f/2.4 | 50 MP, f/2.0, AF |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Telephoto | 8 MP, f/2.4, 3x optical zoom, OIS | — |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 50 MP, f/2.0 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wired | 80W FlashCharge wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W, Wireless PowerShare | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.4 inches | 6.78 inches |
| Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 2800 x 1260 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1450 | 2800 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz + 3x3.0 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Xclipse 920 / Adreno 730 | Mali-G610 MC6 |
| Chipset | Samsung Exynos 2200 / Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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