The iPhone 16 Plus and Galaxy S23 FE take different paths through price, hardware, camera priorities, and ecosystem extras.
This comparison breaks down price, design, display, performance, camera, battery, software, storage, transfer, and final buyer value so you can see where each phone actually leads.
TL;DR: The iPhone 16 Plus is the better buy on paper because it gives you stronger A18 performance, up to 27 hours of video playback, larger display, and 12MP TrueDepth front camera.
iPhone 16 Plus vs Galaxy S23 FE Specs Table
The specs table below highlights the exact launch-price, size, display, chip, camera, battery, USB, and connectivity differences between iPhone 16 Plus and Galaxy S23 FE before the section-by-section breakdown.
| Specifications | iPhone 16 Plus | Galaxy S23 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $899 | $599.99 |
| Dimensions | 6.33 x 3.06 x 0.31 in | 6.22 x 3.01 x 0.32 in |
| Weight | 199 g | 209 g |
| Processor | A18 | Exynos 2200 / Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (region-dependent) |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB / 256GB |
| Display | 6.7 in (Super Retina XDR OLED) | 6.4 in (Dynamic AMOLED 2X) |
| Resolution | 2796 x 1290 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, Thread, NFC, Ultra Wideband | 5G, LTE, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC |
| Rear Cameras | 48MP main + 12MP ultrawide | Triple rear camera |
| Front Camera | 12MP TrueDepth | 10MP |
| Battery | Up to 27 hours video playback | Up to 22 hours video playback |
| USB | USB 2 | USB-C, USB 3.2 |
| Colors | Ultramarine, Teal, Pink, White, Black | Mint, Cream, Graphite, Purple, Indigo, Tangerine |
iPhone 16 Plus vs Galaxy S23 FE: Price
The Galaxy S23 FE starts at $599.99, while the iPhone 16 Plus starts at $899. That creates a launch-price gap of $299.01.
The premium only makes sense if you specifically want stronger A18 performance, up to 27 hours of video playback, larger display, and 12MP TrueDepth front camera from the iPhone 16 Plus. If not, the Galaxy S23 FE keeps the cleaner value case.
Winner: Galaxy S23 FEiPhone 16 Plus vs Galaxy S23 FE: Design
The iPhone 16 Plus measures 6.33 x 3.06 x 0.31 in and weighs 199 g, while the Galaxy S23 FE comes in at 6.22 x 3.01 x 0.32 in and 209 g.
iPhone 16 Plus wins on design because it gives you the more practical physical design case.
Winner: iPhone 16 PlusiPhone 16 Plus vs Galaxy S23 FE: Display
The iPhone 16 Plus offers 6.7 in, 2796 x 1290, and 60Hz, while the Galaxy S23 FE counters with 6.4 in, 2340 x 1080, and Up to 120Hz.
iPhone 16 Plus takes the display section because it delivers a larger 6.7 in screen and higher pixel density.
Winner: iPhone 16 PlusiPhone 16 Plus vs Galaxy S23 FE: Performance
On paper, the iPhone 16 Plus runs A18, while the Galaxy S23 FE runs Exynos 2200 / Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (region-dependent). Transfer support also matters: iPhone 16 Plus uses USB 2, and Galaxy S23 FE uses USB-C, USB 3.2.
iPhone 16 Plus wins performance because it gives you stronger A18 performance and storage up to 512GB.
Winner: iPhone 16 PlusiPhone 16 Plus vs Galaxy S23 FE: Camera
The iPhone 16 Plus uses 48MP main + 12MP ultrawide on the back plus a 12MP TrueDepth front camera. The Galaxy S23 FE counters with Triple rear camera and a 10MP selfie camera.
The Galaxy S23 FE has the stronger rear camera setup because of its telephoto lens and broader focal-length flexibility. The iPhone 16 Plus has the upgraded 12MP TrueDepth front camera. The Galaxy S23 FE also has the better video-workflow angle because it offers USB-C, USB 3.2. That creates a real tradeoff rather than a total camera sweep from one side. Overall, the Galaxy S23 FE takes the camera section once rear-camera flexibility, front-camera hardware, and video-workflow practicality are weighed together.
Winner: Galaxy S23 FEiPhone 16 Plus vs Galaxy S23 FE: Battery
Apple lists the iPhone 16 Plus at Up to 27 hours video playback. Samsung lists the Galaxy S23 FE at Up to 22 hours video playback.
iPhone 16 Plus gets the battery win because its quoted video-playback figure is higher, giving it the stronger paper endurance claim.
Winner: iPhone 16 PlusiPhone 16 Plus vs Galaxy S23 FE: Software, Storage, and Features
The iPhone 16 Plus offers storage up to 512GB, plus 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, Thread, NFC, Ultra Wideband. The Galaxy S23 FE reaches up to 256GB, plus 5G, LTE, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC.
iPhone 16 Plus wins this section because it gives you storage up to 512GB, MagSafe/Qi2, Wi-Fi 7, and UWB.
Winner: iPhone 16 PlusSwitching to a New Phone? Use MobileTrans to Transfer Your Data
If you are moving between the iPhone 16 Plus and Galaxy S23 FE , the practical challenge is not just choosing a winner. It is also making sure your photos, videos, messages, contacts, and app data move over cleanly without wasting time.
That is where MobileTrans - Phone Transfer can help. It is useful whether you are jumping from iPhone to Samsung, Samsung to iPhone, or just setting up a second device while keeping your files organized.
How to transfer data using MobileTrans
If you decide to upgrade to either model, moving your data can be quick and simple with MobileTrans.
Step 01
Connect Your Phones
Install MobileTrans on your computer, then click the Phone to Phone tab and connect both Phones via USB.
Step 02
Choose What to Transfer
Select the data you want to move, such as contacts, photos, messages, videos, and other important files.
Step 03
Start the Transfer
Click the transfer button and wait for the process to finish. Once done, check your new phone to make sure everything has been copied successfully.
iPhone 16 Plus vs Galaxy S23 FE: Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the iPhone 16 Plus if you want stronger A18 performance, up to 27 hours of video playback, larger display, 12MP TrueDepth front camera, and storage up to 512GB.
Choose the Galaxy S23 FE only if you specifically care more about lower starting price of $599.99, telephoto flexibility, smaller footprint, and USB 3 than about the broader value case of the iPhone 16 Plus.
Winner: iPhone 16 PlusFinal Verdict
Final verdict: the iPhone 16 Plus wins this comparison because it gives you stronger A18 performance, up to 27 hours of video playback, larger display, 12MP TrueDepth front camera, and storage up to 512GB.
The Galaxy S23 FE still matters if you specifically want lower starting price of $599.99, telephoto flexibility, smaller footprint, and USB 3, but the value scoring here favors the iPhone 16 Plus.
