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3.51out of 5
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Manufacturer codeSM-S741BLGDEUB
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About the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Samsung SM-S741BLGDEUB is listed in the smartphones category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 17 cm (6.7"); internal storage capacity: 128 GB; mobile network generation: 5G; operating system installed: Android 17. This entry covers manufacturer code SM-S741BLGDEUB. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 17 cm (6.7") display is specified at 1080 x 2340 pixels. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
The listed maximum refresh rate is 120 Hz. To use it, the source device, cable, resolution and input must all support the intended mode. Refresh rate is separate from response time and input lag.
- Screen size
- 17 cm (6.7")
- Screen resolution
- 1080 x 2340 pixels
- Maximum refresh rate
- 120 Hz
- Processor family
- Samsung Exynos
- Processor model
- 2500
- Memory (RAM)
- 8 GB
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3.00 / 5Original rating: 3 / 5
Review covers Samsung Galaxy S26 FE. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code SM-S741BLGDEUB, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 26 Sep 2026
T3
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
Review covers Samsung Galaxy S26 FE. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code SM-S741BLGDEUB, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 27 Sep 2026
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3.50 / 5Original rating: 3.5 / 5
Review covers Samsung Galaxy S26 FE. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code SM-S741BLGDEUB, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 27 Sep 2026
GSMArena
4.20 / 5Original rating: 4.2 / 5
Review covers Samsung Galaxy S26 FE. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code SM-S741BLGDEUB, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 1 Oct 2026
WIRED
3.00 / 5Original rating: 6 / 10
Review covers Samsung Galaxy S26 FE. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code SM-S741BLGDEUB, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 1 Oct 2026
Engadget
3.35 / 5Original rating: 6.7 / 10
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Read the full review ↗Checked 1 Oct 2026
IT Pro
3.50 / 5Original rating: 3.5 / 5
Review covers Samsung Galaxy S26 FE. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code SM-S741BLGDEUB, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 1 Oct 2026
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Samsung Galaxy S26 FE specifications
Manufacturer code: SM-S741BLGDEUB · Icecat product 149997421 · Checked 25 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 17 cm (6.7") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels |
| Maximum refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| Processor family | Samsung Exynos |
| Processor model | 2500 |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB |
| Storage capacity | 128 GB |
| Mobile network generation | 5G |
| Rear camera resolution | 50 MP |
| Battery capacity | 4900 mAh |
| Operating system installed | Android 17 |
| NFC | Yes |
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Audio & listening3 details
| Hearing aid compatibility | Yes |
|---|---|
| Speakers | stereo |
| Audio formats supported | 3GA, AAC, AMR, APE, AWB, DFF, DSF, FLAC, IMY, M4A, Mid, MIDI, MP3, MXMF, OGA, OGG, OTA, RTTTL, RTX, WAV, XMF |
Display6 details
| Screen shape | Flat |
|---|---|
| Display technology marketing name | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Display glass type | Gorilla Glass |
| Display number of colours | 16 million colours |
| Display brightness | 1200 cd/m² |
| Maximum display brightness (HDR) | 1900 cd/m² |
Processor, memory & storage6 details
| Processor cores | 10 |
|---|---|
| Processor frequency | 2.74 GHz |
| Processor boost frequency | 3.3 GHz |
| Compatible memory cards | Not supported |
| Maximum frame rate | 30 fps |
| Panorama | Yes |
Camera, image & video30 details
| Rear camera sensor size | 1/1.56" |
|---|---|
| Second rear camera sensor size | 1/3.2" |
| Third rear camera sensor size | 1/4.4" |
| Second rear camera resolution (numeric) | 12 MP |
| Third rear camera resolution (numeric) | 8 MP |
| Fourth rear camera resolution (numeric) | 50 MP |
| Rear camera aperture number | 1.8 |
| Second rear camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Third rear camera aperture number | 2.4 |
| Rear camera pixel size | 1 µm |
| Rear camera pixel size (Quad Pixel technology) | 1.12 µm |
| Third rear camera pixel size (Quad Pixel technology) | 1 µm |
| Rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 84° |
| Second rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 123° |
| Third rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 32° |
| Optical zoom | 3x |
| Digital zoom | 30x |
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Front camera sensor size | 1/3.2" |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 12 MP |
| Front camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Front camera pixel size | 1.12 µm |
| Front camera field of view (FOV) angle | 85° |
| Rear camera flash | Yes |
| Video capture resolution (max) | 7680 x 4320 pixels |
| Rear camera type | Triple camera |
| Auto focus | Yes |
| Image stabilizer | Yes |
| Image stabilizer type | Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) |
| Video formats supported | 3G2, 3GP, AVI, FLV, M4V, MKV, MP4, WEBM |
Printing, scanning & paper2 details
| Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL) | No |
|---|---|
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
Connections & wireless11 details
| SIM card capability | Dual SIM |
|---|---|
| SIM card type | NanoSIM + eSIM |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 |
| 2G bands (primary SIM) | 850,1900,1800,900 MHz |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| USB connector type | USB Type-C |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| Headphone connectivity | USB Type-C |
Power & battery13 details
| Wireless charging | Yes |
|---|---|
| Battery recharge time | 1.1 h |
| Removable battery | No |
| Battery endurance in cycles | 1200 |
| Continuous video playback time (max) | 29 h |
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
| USB Type-C required charging power (min) | 10 W |
| USB Type-C required charging power (max) | 45 W |
| Energy efficiency class | A |
| Energy efficiency scale | A to G |
| Battery endurance per cycle | 3000 min |
| AC adapter included | No |
Controls & features7 details
| Slow motion mode | Yes |
|---|---|
| Slow motion rate | 240fps @FHD, 120fps @FHD, 120fps @UHD |
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Magnetic sensor | Yes |
| Geomagnetic sensor | Yes |
| Hall sensor | Yes |
Design & dimensions7 details
| Form factor | Bar |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Green |
| Water and dust resistance (IP rating) | IP68 |
| Width | 76.9 mm |
| Depth | 7.4 mm |
| Height | 161.6 mm |
| Weight | 193 g |
Software & compatibility4 details
| 3G bands supported | 2100,900,1900,850,1700 MHz |
|---|---|
| 4G bands supported | 2100,700,800,1900,850,1800,1500,2300,2600,900,1700,2500 MHz |
| 5G bands supported | 2100,700,1900,800,850,1800,2600,900,1700,2300,2500,3700,3500,1500 MHz |
| Compatibility | Galaxy Ring, Galaxy Buds Core, Galaxy Buds4 Pro, Galaxy Buds3 Pro, Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Galaxy Buds Pro, Galaxy Buds Live, Galaxy Buds+, Galaxy Buds4, Galaxy Buds3, Galaxy Buds2, Galaxy Buds, Galaxy Buds3 FE, Galaxy Buds FE, Galaxy Fit3, Galaxy Fit2, Galaxy Watch FE, Galaxy Watch Ultra2, Galaxy Watch Ultra, Galaxy Watch9, Galaxy Watch8, Galaxy Watch7, Galaxy Watch6, Galaxy Watch5, Galaxy Watch4, Galaxy Watch3, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Watch Active2, Galaxy Watch Active |
Further product details25 details
| Gorilla Glass version | Gorilla Glass Victus |
|---|---|
| Pixel density | 382 ppi |
| Flash type | LED |
| Night mode | Yes |
| Portrait mode | Yes |
| 2G standards | GSM |
| 3G standards | WCDMA |
| 4G standard | LTE-TDD & LTE-FDD |
| 5G standard | Sub6 TDD |
| MIMO | Yes |
| Modulation | 1024-QAM |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| BeiDou | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS) | Yes |
| Position location | Yes |
| Face recognition | Yes |
| Platform | Android |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Barometer | Yes |
| Repeated free fall reliability class | A |
| Repairability class | C |
| Security update term | 30 September 2033 |
Specifications describe the supplied product data, not measured review results. Battery life, range and performance figures are source claims and can vary with use.
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