New Samsung smartphone gets old technology

In these expensive times, consumers pay attention to every cent – even when buying electronics. Samsung also knows this, which is why the manufacturer should rely on old technology for a new smartphone. What sounds like a rotten compromise could turn out to be a smart move.

The abbreviation “FE” has a special meaning at Samsung: Fan Edition. The smartphones in the series should convince buyers with flagship equipment at attractive prices. After the Galaxy S20 FE and Galaxy S21 FE, the manufacturer took a break. But this year it should be a Galaxy S23 FE give. If you believe an insider, buyers will have to swallow a small toad with the new FE.

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is said to be equipped with Snapdragon+ Gen 1

Because in Galaxy S23 FE is said to be the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 board and thus a processor from the previous year (via PhoneArena). For comparison: In the brand new Galaxy S23, Samsung relies on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in a special edition that Qualcomm only offers for Samsung and has slightly higher clock rates.

Anyone who also speculated on this Qualcomm chip in the Galaxy S23 FE could be disappointed. That doesn’t mean the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is bad though – quite the opposite. The eight-core processor should still have enough performance reserves for the coming years to master any challenge and ensure brisk performance.

According to insiders, Samsung has opted for the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 to “Adjust” prices on the Galaxy S23 FE. The direct predecessor was criticized for its high entry price. So it is most likely that Samsung will use the Using an old chip can reduce prices or at least keep them stable want. A clever move, because many consumers are currently saving everywhere.

The current Galaxy S23 hands-on:

Presentation in August or September

According to older reports, Samsung will present the Galaxy S23 FE in the second half of the year. The smartphone is said to take the place of the Galaxy A74, which is said to have been canceled. The presentation could take place in August or September.