The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is expected to arrive with the same base memory configuration as its predecessor. According to recent reports, the phone will offer 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage in its entry-level version. While the hardware may stay the same, the price could increase in some European markets.
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Base Model May Stay Unchanged
The latest leak suggests Samsung will continue to offer the Galaxy S26 FE with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. This setup should provide enough performance for everyday tasks, gaming, multitasking, and most popular apps. It also keeps the Fan Edition lineup focused on delivering flagship-style features at a lower price than Samsung’s Ultra models. Samsung has not confirmed whether larger storage options will also be available, but higher-capacity versions are expected.
Price Could Rise in France
The biggest change may not be the hardware, but the price. According to the report, the Galaxy S26 FE could cost €50 to €170 more in France than the previous model, depending on the version. That would represent an increase of up to 18.3%. If the report is accurate, buyers may have to pay noticeably more for the new phone despite the familiar base configuration.
Price Increase Breakdown:
- 128 GB Model:Selling price: €799 (approx. ¥6,183 RMB at current exchange rates)Price increase: €50 (approx. ¥386.9 RMB at current exchange rates)Increase percentage: 6.68%
- Selling price: €799 (approx. ¥6,183 RMB at current exchange rates)
- Price increase: €50 (approx. ¥386.9 RMB at current exchange rates)
- Increase percentage: 6.68%
- 256 GB Model:Selling price: €899 (approx. ¥6,957 RMB at current exchange rates)Price increase: €90 (approx. ¥696.4 RMB at current exchange rates)Increase percentage: 11.12%
- Selling price: €899 (approx. ¥6,957 RMB at current exchange rates)
- Price increase: €90 (approx. ¥696.4 RMB at current exchange rates)
- Increase percentage: 11.12%
- 512 GB Model:Selling price: €1,099 (approx. ¥8,504 RMB at current exchange rates)Price increase: €170 (approx. ¥1,315 RMB at current exchange rates)Increase percentage: 18.3%
- Selling price: €1,099 (approx. ¥8,504 RMB at current exchange rates)
- Price increase: €170 (approx. ¥1,315 RMB at current exchange rates)
- Increase percentage: 18.3%
Why Prices May Be Going Up
Samsung has not explained the reported price increase. However, smartphone prices have been affected by several factors in recent years, including higher production costs, component prices, inflation, and currency changes. It is still unclear whether the same increase will apply to other European countries or if it will be limited to France.
Key Points
- Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is expected to keep an 8GB RAM base model.
- The entry-level version may include 128GB of internal storage.
- The base hardware appears similar to the previous Fan Edition model.
- France could see a price increase of €50 to €170.
- The highest reported increase is about 18.3%.
- The price change may depend on the storage version.
- Samsung has not confirmed the new pricing.
- It is unclear if other European countries will see the same increase.
- Higher production and component costs may play a role.
- More official information is expected before launch.
Official Details Are Still Coming
Samsung has not officially announced the Galaxy S26 FE or confirmed its specifications and pricing. More details should become available as the company gets closer to the official launch. For now, the leaked information suggests buyers can expect the same 8GB RAM and 128GB storage option, but they may also need to prepare for a higher price. The device is also expected to include the Exynos 2500.
