Samsung S23 FE plans

Optus is the only provider still selling the budget-friendly S23 FE on a phone plan.

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Key takeaways

  • Optus is currently the only provider offering the Samsung S23 FE on a mobile phone plan.
  • The S23 FE, starting from $999 for 128GB, suits users seeking flagship features at a mid-range price.
  • It features a 50MP camera and IP68 rating, powered by an Exynos 2200 processor, not Snapdragon.

How much does the Samsung S23 cost in Australia?

The S23 FE will suit users looking for a decent mid-range phone under the $1,000 mark.

Here's how much you're looking at paying based on the storage capacities on offer:

  • $999 for 128GB
  • $1,099 for 256GB

Is the Samsung S23 FE right for me?

Samsung dubs it the perfect alternative to its premium flagship, which starts at just under $1,000. With it, you get the best bits of the S23 without the hefty price tag.

It'll suit those looking for a mid-range phone that might be jumping ship from the A Series. It may also be an option for Android users that haven't switched to a newer handset in over 5 years.

Good to know. Samsung's fan edition phone is a device packed with fan-favourite features for each generation of the flagship S Series.

Samsung S23 FE availability in Australia

The Samsung S23 FE was unveiled in Australia on October 12, 2023.

Since then, we've had the S24 FE launch as the newest fan edition phone of the flagship lineup.

Samsung S23 FE specs and features

The S23 FE stays on message with the iconic S series design with a triple lens layout, glass front and back, plus a metal finish.

After a first look, you could liken it to somewhere between an A54 and an S23.

A key difference between Samsung's flagship and the fan edition is the chipset, which keeps the price point in check. Instead of being powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, it runs on Exynos 2200, same as the Galaxy S22 series.

Samsung boasts its pro-grade camera features will help users take better photos, especially at night.

It is available in Mint, Cream, Graphite, and Purple. Indigo and Tangerine used to be available exclusively from Samsung but the phone's been discontinued in Australia.

Here's a rundown of the S23 FE specs at a glance:

Display6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED
Operating systemAndroid 13 with One UI 5.1
Camera50MP main, 12MP telephoto 3x optical zoom, ultrawide 8MP
Battery4,500mAh
IP ratingIP68
ProcessorExynos 2200
Storage128GB or 256GB
RAM8GB

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Mariam Gabaji is a journalist with 13 years of experience, specialising in consumer topics like mobile services and energy costs. Her work appears in the ABC, Yahoo Finance, 9News, The Guardian, SBS, 7News, A Current Affair and Money Magazine. Mariam holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and was a finalist for the 2024 and 2025 IT Journalism Award for Best Telecommunications Journalist. See full bio

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