Which phone is lighter?

Galaxy S23 is lighter at 168 g versus Galaxy S24 FE at 213 g (45 g difference).

Which phone is thinner?

Galaxy S23 is thinner at 7.6 mm compared with Galaxy S24 FE at 8 mm (0.40 mm difference).

Which phone is easier to carry?

Galaxy S23 is easier to carry with a smaller overall body size (70.9 × 146.3 × 7.6 mm, 168 g) than Galaxy S24 FE (77.3 × 162 × 8 mm, 213 g).

Which phone is better for one-handed use?

Galaxy S23 is better for one-handed use with a 70.9 mm width, 146.3 mm height, and 168 g weight versus Galaxy S24 FE at 77.3 mm, 162 mm, and 213 g.

Which device is heavier?

Galaxy S24 FE is heavier at 213g compared with Galaxy S23 at 168g.

How much heavier is Galaxy S23 than Galaxy S24 FE?

Galaxy S23 is 45g lighter than Galaxy S24 FE (168g vs 213g), not heavier.

Is the weight difference noticeable?

Yes — Galaxy S24 FE is 45g heavier than Galaxy S23 (213g vs 168g), which many people notice during extended browsing, gaming, or travel.

Device Size Comparison

Galaxy S23 vs Galaxy S24 FE

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Comparison Summary

Galaxy S24 FE is significantly wider than Galaxy S23 (77.3 mm vs 70.9 mm), Galaxy S24 FE is significantly heavier (213 g vs 168 g), and Galaxy S24 FE is noticeably thicker (8 mm vs 7.6 mm). Galaxy S24 FE is 6.4 mm wider and 15.7 mm taller than Galaxy S23, making Galaxy S24 FE significantly larger...

Key Differences

Weight
The Galaxy S24 FE is 45g heavier than the Galaxy S23 (26.8%).
Height
The Galaxy S24 FE is 15.7mm taller than the Galaxy S23.
Width
The Galaxy S24 FE is 6.4mm wider than the Galaxy S23.
Thickness
The Galaxy S24 FE is 0.4mm thicker than the Galaxy S23.

Winner Cards

Smaller body

Galaxy S23

Galaxy S23 (70.9 × 146.3 mm) vs Galaxy S24 FE (77.3 × 162 mm).

Lighter weight

Galaxy S23

Galaxy S23 (168 g) vs Galaxy S24 FE (213 g), 45 g lighter.

Thinner design

Galaxy S23

Galaxy S23 (7.6 mm) vs Galaxy S24 FE (8 mm).

Pocketability

Galaxy S23

Galaxy S23 has a smaller overall body size for pocket carry (70.9 × 146.3 × 7.6 mm).

Larger overall size

Galaxy S24 FE

Galaxy S24 FE is 6.4 mm wider and 15.7 mm taller than Galaxy S23 (77.3 × 162 mm vs 70.9 × 146.3 mm).

Dimension Comparison Table

Dimension	Galaxy S23	Galaxy S24 FE	Difference
Width	70.9 mm	77.3 mm	+6.4 mm
Height	146.3 mm	162 mm	+15.7 mm
Thickness	7.6 mm	8 mm	+0.4 mm
Weight	168 g	213 g	+45 g

Real-world Usage

Pocket Carry

The Galaxy S23's slimmer edge may slide into jeans or jacket pockets more easily, and the Galaxy S23 has the smaller listed frame for upright storage.

One-Hand Use

The Galaxy S23's shorter body may reduce vertical thumb travel; the Galaxy S24 FE covers more height when reaching the top of the screen.

Daily Comfort

Listed weight and bulk move together here: the Galaxy S24 FE is both heavier and larger, which can feel more substantial during routine handheld use.

Travel & Bag Carry

The Galaxy S24 FE uses more organizer space in a bag or backpack; the Galaxy S23 leaves more room beside cases and chargers, and the Galaxy S24 FE adds more listed mass to a packed carry.

Buying Recommendation

Who should choose the Galaxy S23?

Choose the Galaxy S23 if you want the more compact listed option with lighter listed weight (168g vs 213g), narrower 70.9 mm width (vs 77.3 mm), shorter 146.3 mm height (vs 162 mm), thinner 7.6 mm profile (vs 8 mm), and smaller width × height footprint (70.9 × 146.3 mm vs 77.3 × 162 mm).

Who should choose the Galaxy S24 FE?

Choose the Galaxy S24 FE if you prefer the larger listed body with higher listed weight (213g vs 168g), wider 77.3 mm body (vs 70.9 mm), taller 162 mm frame (vs 146.3 mm), thicker 8 mm edge (vs 7.6 mm), and larger overall footprint (77.3 × 162 mm vs 70.9 × 146.3 mm).

Overall recommendation

Overall, the Galaxy S23 is the more compact pick on listed size, and the Galaxy S24 FE is the larger option for buyers who want more physical presence from the official dimensions alone.

FAQ

Which phone is bigger?: Galaxy S24 FE is 6.4 mm wider and 15.7 mm taller than Galaxy S23 (77.3 × 162 mm vs 70.9 × 146.3 mm).
Which phone is lighter?: Galaxy S23 is lighter at 168 g versus Galaxy S24 FE at 213 g (45 g difference).
Which phone is thinner?: Galaxy S23 is thinner at 7.6 mm compared with Galaxy S24 FE at 8 mm (0.40 mm difference).
Which phone is easier to carry?: Galaxy S23 is easier to carry with a smaller overall body size (70.9 × 146.3 × 7.6 mm, 168 g) than Galaxy S24 FE (77.3 × 162 × 8 mm, 213 g).
Which phone is better for one-handed use?: Galaxy S23 is better for one-handed use with a 70.9 mm width, 146.3 mm height, and 168 g weight versus Galaxy S24 FE at 77.3 mm, 162 mm, and 213 g.
Which device is heavier?: Galaxy S24 FE is heavier at 213g compared with Galaxy S23 at 168g.
How much heavier is Galaxy S23 than Galaxy S24 FE?: Galaxy S23 is 45g lighter than Galaxy S24 FE (168g vs 213g), not heavier.
Is the weight difference noticeable?: Yes — Galaxy S24 FE is 45g heavier than Galaxy S23 (213g vs 168g), which many people notice during extended browsing, gaming, or travel.

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