Motorola Moto G 06 Power vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro

Our Verdict: Comparing Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro and Motorola Moto G 06 Power, the choice mostly comes down to portability versus display quality. The Motorola gives you a larger 6.9-inch screen, a larger 7,000 mAh battery, and a lighter 220g body, while the Samsung is more appealing for a sharper 419 PPI display, a higher-resolution 13MP front camera, and 128GB storage. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Choose the Motorola for portability; choose the Samsung if display quality matters more.

Buying outright, the Moto G 06 Power starts at £90 SIM-free.

Screen
6.88" 6.3"
Display
IPS LCD PLS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1640 1080 x 2408
Pixels Per Inch
260 419
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm) Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G
Battery
7,000 mAh 4,050 mAh
Storage
64GB 128GB
OS
Android 15 Android 12
SIM Type
Nano SIM + Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
171.4 x 77.5 x 8.8 mm 168.8 x 79.9 x 9.9 mm
Weight
220 grams 235 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£8.50/mo (£0.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
£89.99 £589.00
Motorola Moto G 06 Power Motorola Moto G 06 Power Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro
Screen 6.88" 6.3"
Display IPS LCD PLS LCD
Resolution 720 x 1640 1080 x 2408
Pixels Per Inch 260 419
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm) Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G
Battery 7,000 mAh 4,050 mAh
Storage 64GB 128GB
OS Android 15 Android 12
SIM Type Nano SIM + Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 171.4 x 77.5 x 8.8 mm 168.8 x 79.9 x 9.9 mm
Weight 220 grams 235 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £8.50/mo
£0.00 upfront
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SIM-free £89.99 £589.00
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Motorola Moto G 06 Power
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24 Months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro's 6.3", the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro has the sharper display at 419 pixels per inch versus 260, and the Motorola Moto G 06 Power uses a IPS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro has a PLS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power features a 50 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 Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £89.99.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Moto G 06 Power and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power is available in 64GB, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Motorola Moto G 06 Power and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro use?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro uses the Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power is the more portable of the two: it's 15g lighter at 220 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 171.4 x 77.5 x 8.8 mm, and is slimmer at 8.8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Moto G 06 Power or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Motorola Moto G 06 Power and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro run?

The Motorola Moto G 06 Power runs Android 15 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.