Galaxy Note FE
The "Fan Edition" revival of the Note 7 — safe battery, S Pen.
The Galaxy Note FE is a flagship Samsung smartphone released Jul 2017, with a launch price of $610. It pairs the Exynos 8890 with a 5.7" QHD AMOLED display, a 12 MP · f/1.7 main camera and a 3,200 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 62/100 — The Note 7, reborn safely. Standout strengths: note 7 features made safe. and s pen + qhd amoled + ip68. Main trade-off: reduced 3,200 mah battery.
The Note 7, reborn safely.
Galaxy Note FE revived the recalled Note 7 with a safe smaller battery, keeping the S Pen, QHD AMOLED, IP68 and iris scanner. A redemption arc for Samsung's most infamous phone.
Read the full review- Note 7 features made safe.
- S Pen + QHD AMOLED + IP68.
- Iris scanner + jack + microSD.
- Wireless charging.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Galaxy Note FE compares
| Galaxy Note FE | iPhone SE (2nd gen) | Galaxy A17 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 62 | 62 | 62 |
| Chipset | Exynos 8890 | Apple A13 Bionic | Exynos 1330 |
| Display | 5.7" QHD AMOLED | 4.7" LCD 60 Hz | 6.7" Super AMOLED 90 Hz |
| Main camera | 12 MP · f/1.7 | 12 MP · f/1.8 | 50 MP · OIS |
| Battery | 3,200 mAh | 1,821 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $610 | $399 | $199 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy Note FE released?
The Galaxy Note FE was released in Jul 2017.
How much does the Galaxy Note FE cost?
The Galaxy Note FE launched at $610 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy Note FE screen size and type?
The Galaxy Note FE has a 5.7" QHD AMOLED display.
What chipset does the Galaxy Note FE use?
The Galaxy Note FE is powered by the Exynos 8890 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy Note FE have?
The Galaxy Note FE ships with 4 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy Note FE battery capacity?
The Galaxy Note FE has a 3,200 mAh battery.
How fast does the Galaxy Note FE charge?
The Galaxy Note FE supports 15 W wired charging.
Does the Galaxy Note FE have wireless charging?
The Galaxy Note FE supports Qi wireless charging.
What is the Galaxy Note FE main camera?
The Galaxy Note FE has a 12 MP · f/1.7 main camera.
Does the Galaxy Note FE have 5G?
The Galaxy Note FE does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the Galaxy Note FE waterproof?
The Galaxy Note FE is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.
Does the Galaxy Note FE have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy Note FE has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Galaxy Note FE weigh?
The Galaxy Note FE weighs 167 g.
What colours does the Galaxy Note FE come in?
The Galaxy Note FE is available in 3 colours: Blue Coral, Black Onyx, Gold Platinum.
Is the Galaxy Note FE worth buying?
Galaxy Note FE revived the recalled Note 7 with a safe smaller battery, keeping the S Pen, QHD AMOLED, IP68 and iris scanner. A redemption arc for Samsung's most infamous phone. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy Note FE an editorial score of 62/100.
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