Samsung Galaxy F13 vs Galaxy A23: The Ultimate Budget Showdown

Looking for a reliable and affordable Samsung smartphone? The Galaxy F13 and A23 are strong contenders in the budget segment. But which one offers the best value for your money? This detailed comparison will help you decide.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Galaxy A23 edges out the F13 thanks to its faster Snapdragon chipset, brighter display, and quicker 25W charging. While the F13 is a solid option, the A23 provides a noticeably better overall experience for a slight price premium.

PHONES
Phone Names	Samsung Galaxy F13	Samsung Galaxy A23

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41
Speed	HSPA, LTE	HSPA, LTE
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE

Launch
Announced	2022, June 22	2022, March 04
Status	Available. Released 2022, June 29	Available. Released 2022, March 25

Body
Build	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back
Dimensions	165.4 x 76.9 x 9.3 mm (6.51 x 3.03 x 0.37 in)	165.4 x 76.9 x 8.4 mm (6.51 x 3.03 x 0.33 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	207 g (7.30 oz)	195 g (6.88 oz)

Display
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 5	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution	1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~400 ppi density)	1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~400 ppi density)
Size	6.6 inches, 104.9 cm2 (~82.5% screen-to-body ratio)	6.6 inches, 104.9 cm2 (~82.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	PLS LCD	PLS LCD, 90Hz

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)	Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo 265 Silver)
Chipset	Exynos 850 (8 nm)	Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm)
GPU	Mali-G52	Adreno 610
OS	Android 12, upgradable to Android 13, One UI Core 5	Android 12, upgradable to Android 14, One UI 6.1

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (dedicated slot)	microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal	64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM	64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
	eMMC 5.1	eMMC 5.1

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, panorama, HDR	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Quad	-	50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF, OIS 5 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens
Single	8 MP, f/2.2, (wide)	8 MP, f/2.2, (wide)
Triple	50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF 5 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide) Auxiliary lens	-
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Features	HDR	-
Single	8 MP, f/2.2, (wide)	8 MP, f/2.2, (wide)
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes

Comms
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, LE	5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC	Yes	Yes (market/region dependent)
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Radio	FM radio	FM radio
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 2.0
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass
	Virtual proximity sensing	Virtual proximity sensing

Battery
Charging	15W wired	25W wired
Type	Li-Po 6000 mAh	Li-Po 5000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Waterfall Blue, Sunrise Copper, Nightsky Green	Black, White, Peach, Blue
Models	SM-E135F, SM-E135F/DS	SM-A235F, SM-A235F/DS, SM-A235F/DSN, SM-A235M, SM-A235M/DS, SM-A235N
Price	About 150 EUR	£ 99.00 / ₹ 14,999
SAR	0.55 W/kg (head)	0.48 W/kg (head)
SAR EU	0.45 W/kg (head) 1.36 W/kg (body)	0.36 W/kg (head) 0.96 W/kg (body)

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 130h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: 1241:1
Loudspeaker	-	-27.6 LUFS (Good)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 273554 (v9) GeekBench: 1632 (v5.1) GFXBench: 6.7fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Samsung Galaxy F13

Large Battery (6000mAh)
Affordable Price
Decent Display
Expandable Storage

Slower Performance
Slower Charging (15W)
Less Bright Display
Older Chipset

Samsung Galaxy A23

Faster Performance (Snapdragon 680)
Brighter Display
Faster Charging (25W)
More Efficient Chipset
Improved Camera

Slightly Higher Price
Still a Budget Phone (limited features)

Display Comparison

The Galaxy A23 boasts a brighter display (464 nits vs F13's likely lower brightness) and a similar excellent contrast ratio (1241:1). Both offer a 6.6-inch FHD+ display, but the A23's improved brightness makes it more usable outdoors.

Camera Comparison

While both phones offer capable cameras, the Galaxy A23 generally produces better image quality, especially in challenging lighting conditions. The A23's image processing is likely more refined. Specific camera specs are not fully detailed, but the A23 is expected to have a slight edge.

Performance

The Snapdragon 680 in the Galaxy A23 is significantly faster and more efficient than the Exynos 850 in the F13. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and a more responsive user experience on the A23. The A23's 6nm process also contributes to better power efficiency.

Battery Life

Both phones offer excellent battery life, with an endurance rating of 130 hours. However, the Galaxy A23's 25W charging is faster than the F13's 15W charging, allowing for quicker top-ups.

Buying Guide

The Samsung Galaxy F13 is ideal for users prioritizing a large battery and basic functionality on a tight budget. The Samsung Galaxy A23 is a better choice for those who value performance, a brighter display, and faster charging, even if it means spending a bit more.