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4.29out of 5
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Manufacturer codeSM-G780FZBDEUB
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About the Samsung S20 FE
Samsung SM-G780FZBDEUB is listed in the smartphones category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 16.5 cm (6.5"); internal storage capacity: 128 GB; mobile network generation: 4G; operating system installed: Android 10. This entry covers manufacturer code SM-G780FZBDEUB. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 16.5 cm (6.5") display is specified at 1080 x 2400 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. A higher refresh rate can make scrolling and supported games look smoother. The rate used depends on the app and display settings, and can affect battery life.
- Screen size
- 16.5 cm (6.5")
- Screen resolution
- 1080 x 2400 pixels
- Maximum refresh rate
- 120 Hz
- Processor family
- Samsung Exynos
- Processor model
- 990
- Memory (RAM)
- 6 GB
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4.50 / 5Original rating: 4.5 / 5
Review covers Samsung Galaxy S20 FE. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code SM-G780FZBDEUB, 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 21 Oct 2026
Tom's Guide
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
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Read the full review ↗Checked 20 Oct 2026
Laptop Mag
4.50 / 5Original rating: 4.5 / 5
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Read the full review ↗Checked 20 Oct 2026
Tech Advisor
4.50 / 5Original rating: 4.5 / 5
Review covers Samsung Galaxy S20 FE. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code SM-G780FZBDEUB, 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 20 Oct 2026
TechRadar
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
Reviewed model: Samsung Galaxy S20 FE. Storage, colour and included accessories may differ from this listing.
Read the full review ↗Checked 19 Oct 2026
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4.50 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 90%
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is a phone that - aside from a slightly cheap build - is hard to find much fault with. It stands up to flagships while costing less, which is all the more remarkable given that it's made by Samsung.Best Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 4G...
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4.00 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 80%
In my view, it doesn't make much business sense to launch an almost like-for-like handset for less, mere months after the original versions first launched. Despite the (few) differences, if I bought the regular Galaxy S20 on day one, I would be a bit peev...
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Samsung S20 FE specifications
Manufacturer code: SM-G780FZBDEUB · Icecat product 85761128 · Checked 23 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
Key specifications
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| Screen size | 16.5 cm (6.5") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels |
| Maximum refresh rate | 120 Hz |
| Processor family | Samsung Exynos |
| Processor model | 990 |
| Memory (RAM) | 6 GB |
| Storage capacity | 128 GB |
| Mobile network generation | 4G |
| Rear camera resolution | 12 MP |
| Battery capacity | 4500 mAh |
| Operating system installed | Android 10 |
| NFC | Yes |
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Audio & listening4 details
| Speakerphone | Yes |
|---|---|
| Speakers | stereo |
| Audio system | Dolby Atmos |
| Audio formats supported | 3GA, AAC, AMR, APE, AWB, DFF, DSF, FLAC, IMY, M4A, Mid, MIDI, MP3, MXMF, OGA, OGG, OTA, RTTTL, RTX, WAV, WMA, XMF |
Display10 details
| Screen shape | Flat |
|---|---|
| Display technology marketing name | Super AMOLED |
| Panel type | OLED |
| Display glass type | Gorilla Glass |
| Display number of colours | 16 million colours |
| Display brightness | 420 cd/m² |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Yes |
| Touchscreen type | Capacitive |
| Rounded display corners | Yes |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
Processor, memory & storage6 details
| Processor cores | 8 |
|---|---|
| Processor frequency | 2.73 GHz |
| Coprocessor | Yes |
| RAM type | LPDDR5 |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Maximum frame rate | 960 fps |
Camera, image & video26 details
| Second rear camera resolution (numeric) | 12 MP |
|---|---|
| Third rear camera resolution (numeric) | 8 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 | 1.8 µm |
| Second rear camera pixel size | 1 µm |
| Third rear camera pixel size | 1.12 µm |
| Rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 79° |
| Second rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 123° |
| Optical zoom | 3x |
| Digital zoom | 30x |
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 32 MP |
| Front camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Front camera pixel size | 0.8 µm |
| Front camera field of view (FOV) angle | 81° |
| Rear camera flash | Yes |
| Video capture resolution (max) | 7680 x 4320 pixels |
| Resolution at capture speed | 1280x720@30fps, 1920x1080@30fps, 1920x1080@60fps, 3840x2160@30fps, 3840x2160@60fps |
| Video recording modes | 720p, 1080p, 2160p |
| Rear camera type | Triple camera |
| Auto focus | Yes |
| Image stabilizer | Yes |
| Auto exposure | Yes |
| Video formats supported | 3G2, 3GP, ASF, AVI, FLV, M4V, MKV, MP4, WEBM, WMV |
Connections & wireless16 details
| USB mass storage | Yes |
|---|---|
| SIM card type | NanoSIM |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| 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 | 5.0 |
| Bluetooth profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HID, HOGP, HSP, OPP, PAN, PBAP, SAP |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| USB port | Yes |
| USB connector type | USB Type-C |
| USB version | 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) |
| Wi-Fi positioning | Yes |
| USB On-The-Go support | Yes |
| Wireless Power Share | Yes |
| Browsing time (Wi-Fi) (max) | 16 h |
| SIM card ejector pin | Yes |
Power & battery6 details
| Fast charging | Yes |
|---|---|
| Wireless charging | Yes |
| Talk time (4G) (max) | 23 h |
| Stated music playback time | 70 h |
| Continuous video playback time (max) | 17 h |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
Controls & features11 details
| Face detection | Yes |
|---|---|
| Smile detection | Yes |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Voice dialling | Yes |
| Voice commands | Yes |
| Voice codecs | LDAC |
| Virtual assistant | Samsung Bixby |
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Geomagnetic sensor | Yes |
| Hall sensor | Yes |
Design & dimensions9 details
| Form factor | Bar |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Navy |
| Colour name | Cloud Navy |
| Protection features | Dust resistant, Water resistant |
| Water and dust resistance (IP rating) | IP68 |
| Width | 74.5 mm |
| Depth | 8.4 mm |
| Height | 159.8 mm |
| Weight | 190 g |
Software & compatibility2 details
| 3G bands supported | 850,900,1800,1900,2100 MHz |
|---|---|
| 4G bands supported | 700,850,900,1800,1900,2100,2300,2600 MHz |
Further product details37 details
| Gorilla Glass version | Gorilla Glass 3 |
|---|---|
| Native aspect ratio | 20:9 |
| Pixel density | 407 ppi |
| Maximum memory card size | 1 TB |
| Flash type | LED |
| Geotagging | Yes |
| Multi-shot | Yes |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Night mode | Yes |
| 3G standards | HSPA+, HSUPA, UMTS, WCDMA |
| 4G standard | LTE-TDD & LTE-FDD |
| aptX technology | Yes |
| Tethering (modem-mode) | Yes |
| Miracast | Yes |
| MIMO | Yes |
| Subscription type | No subscription |
| Short Message Service (SMS) | Yes |
| Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) | Yes |
| Yes | |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| BeiDou | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Position location | Yes |
| Face recognition | Yes |
| Vibrating alert | Yes |
| Platform | Android |
| App distribution platform | Google Play |
| Google applications | Gmail, Google Maps, Google Play |
| Browsing time (4G) (max) | 14 h |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Barometer | Yes |
| Repairability index | 8.1 |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Head SAR (EU) | 0.241 W/kg |
| Body SAR (EU) | 1.447 W/kg |
Packaging & supplied accessories2 details
| Cables included | USB Type-C |
|---|---|
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85171300 |
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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