HONOR Magic 7 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
The Galaxy XCover 7 is the cheaper one to own: around £380 over a typical contract, £1016 less than the Magic 7 Pro.
13 reviews 3.6
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Prices updated 28 July 2026
HONOR Magic 7 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
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| Expert Rating | 4.1 13 reviews |
3.6 6 reviews |
| Screen | 6.8" | 6.6" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | PLS LCD |
| Resolution | 1280 x 2800 | 1080 x 2408 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 453 | 400 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 5 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm) |
| Battery | 5,270 mAh | 4,050 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android | Android 14 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.7 x 77.1 x 8.8 mm | 169 x 80.1 x 10.2 mm |
| Weight | 223 grams | 240 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£113.17/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£11.71/mo
£99.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £439.00 | £349.00 |
| Prices updated 28 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 is cheaper on contract at £380.04 over the life of the deal from £11.71 per month with £99.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7's 6.6", the HONOR Magic 7 Pro has the sharper display at 453 pixels per inch versus 400, and the HONOR Magic 7 Pro uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 has a PLS LCD.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro features a 200 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 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 HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?
The Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £349.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 comes in 128GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 use?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 uses the Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 17g lighter at 223 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.7 x 77.1 x 8.8 mm, and is slimmer at 8.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 run?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.