Motorola Edge 70 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 7

Our Verdict: For hardware priorities, Motorola Edge 70 Pro stands out with a stronger expert-review average of 4.0/5. Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 pushes back on value, with listed deal totals starting around £331.55 versus about £713.16 for Motorola Edge 70 Pro. Choose Motorola Edge 70 Pro for expert-review confidence; choose Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 if keeping the total cost down matters.

The Galaxy XCover 7 is the cheaper one to own: around £380 over a typical contract, £333 less than the Edge 5G 70 Pro.

Expert Rating
4.0
10 reviews
3.6
6 reviews
Screen
6.8" 6.6"
Display
AMOLED PLS LCD
Resolution
1272 x 2772 1080 x 2408
Pixels Per Inch
449 400
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 5 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm)
Battery
6,500 mAh 4,050 mAh
Storage
512GB 128GB
OS
Android Android 14
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm 169 x 80.1 x 10.2 mm
Weight
190 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
£27.99/mo (£19.00 upfront) £13.79/mo (£49.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£747.00 £349.00

Prices updated 28 July 2026

Motorola Edge 70 Pro Motorola Edge 70 Pro Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Expert Rating 4.0
10 reviews
3.6
6 reviews
Screen 6.8" 6.6"
Display AMOLED PLS LCD
Resolution 1272 x 2772 1080 x 2408
Pixels Per Inch 449 400
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 5 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm)
Battery 6,500 mAh 4,050 mAh
Storage 512GB 128GB
OS Android Android 14
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm 169 x 80.1 x 10.2 mm
Weight 190 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 £27.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
£13.79/mo
£49.00 upfront
SIM-free £747.00 £349.00
Prices updated 28 July 2026
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Cheapest Deals

Motorola Edge 70 Pro
Motorola Edge 70 Pro

24 Months

512GB

Titan

200GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£27.99 per month, £19 upfront.

Use code: SAVING10 (£10)

Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Samsung Galaxy XCover 7

24 Months

128GB

Black

10GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£13.79 per month, £49 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Edge 70 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 £379.96 over the life of the deal from £13.79 per month with £49.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7's 6.6", the Motorola Edge 70 Pro has the sharper display at 449 pixels per inch versus 400, and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 has a PLS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro features a 50 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 Motorola Edge 70 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 Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 use?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 uses the Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 50g lighter at 190 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm, and is slimmer at 7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The Motorola Edge 70 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 Motorola Edge 70 Pro and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 run?

The Motorola Edge 70 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.