Motorola Edge 70 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
The Galaxy XCover 7 is the cheaper one to own: around £380 over a typical contract, £333 less than the Edge 5G 70 Pro.
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Prices updated 28 July 2026
Motorola Edge 70 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
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| 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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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.