Samsung's new Galaxy S20 FE is a solid mid-range option for users who want 5G capabilities and solid specs at a reasonable price.
The new Galaxy starts at $699 and offers new color options, powerful cameras and a 6.5-inch, 120Hz display that can make video look smoother. It’s meant to target consumers who want a phone that’s better than a budget Android or iPhone but are wary of spending too much at a time when the economy is in a recession due to the coronavirus pandemic.
“If you’re an Android user looking to upgrade your old phone but don’t want to break the bank, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE with its feature set is a great option,” Chris Hauk, consumer privacy champion at Pixel Privacy, said in an email interview. “If you’re an iPhone user, you may want to consider the iPhone SE or the upcoming least expensive iPhone 12 since you’re already locked into the Apple ecosystem.”
The S20 is an appealing option for photographers. It packs a large image sensor, and Samsung claims a 30x camera zoom “allowing you to zoom in and capture vivid details from far away.” The screen is sure to impress, too, with a buttery-smooth 120Hz refresh rate on an AMOLED panel that’s perfect for watching video or fluidly scrolling through social media feeds.
