Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro
Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro leads on camera hardware with a 50MP main sensor to the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max's 12MP, and only the Galaxy XCover 6 Pro is a 5G phone; the iPhone 11 Pro Max maxes out at 4G. The iPhone 11 Pro Max has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.5" against 6.3" and sharper at 456 PPI, and the iPhone 11 Pro Max offers up to 512GB of storage versus 128GB on the Galaxy XCover 6 Pro. Only pay up for the Galaxy XCover 6 Pro if you'll use what it offers; if not, the iPhone 11 Pro Max makes more sense.
If you'd rather pay up front, the iPhone 11 Pro Max is the cheaper buy at £180 SIM-free.
Prices updated 22 July 2026
Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro
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| Screen | 6.5" | 6.3" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | PLS LCD |
| Resolution | 1242 x 2688 | 1080 x 2408 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 456 | 419 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) | Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G |
| Battery | 3,969 mAh | 4,050 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 12 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 158 x 77.8 x 8.1 mm | 168.8 x 79.9 x 9.9 mm |
| Weight | 226 grams | 235 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - | - |
| SIM-free | £179.99 | £559.55 |
| Prices updated 22 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.5" compared to the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro's 6.3", the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max has the sharper display at 456 pixels per inch versus 419, and the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro has a PLS LCD.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is available in 64GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro uses the Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max is the more portable of the two: it's 9g lighter at 226 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158 x 77.8 x 8.1 mm, and is slimmer at 8.1mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro run?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro runs Android 12. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.