Motorola Moto G 37 vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 7

Our Verdict: Against Galaxy XCover 7, Moto G 37 has the larger battery, 5,200mAh against 4,050mAh. Current deal totals put Moto G 37 from about £209, around £122.55 below Galaxy XCover 7. Galaxy XCover 7 pushes back because Galaxy XCover 7 also has the sharper display at about 400 PPI to 264. Pick Moto G 37 if that advantage matches your priorities; consider Galaxy XCover 7 if its specific trade-offs suit you better.

On price there's almost nothing between them: both work out around £379 over a full contract.

Screen
6.67" 6.6"
Display
IPS LCD PLS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1604 1080 x 2408
Pixels Per Inch
264 400
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 5 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm)
Battery
5,200 mAh 4,050 mAh
Storage
128GB 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 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
166.2 x 76.5 x 7.8 mm 169 x 80.1 x 10.2 mm
Weight
191 grams 240 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£10.00/mo (£199.00 upfront) £13.79/mo (£49.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£209.00 £349.00

Prices updated 27 July 2026

Motorola Moto G 37 Motorola Moto G 37 Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Screen 6.67" 6.6"
Display IPS LCD PLS LCD
Resolution 720 x 1604 1080 x 2408
Pixels Per Inch 264 400
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 5 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm)
Battery 5,200 mAh 4,050 mAh
Storage 128GB 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 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 166.2 x 76.5 x 7.8 mm 169 x 80.1 x 10.2 mm
Weight 191 grams 240 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £10.00/mo
£199.00 upfront
£13.79/mo
£49.00 upfront
SIM-free £209.00 £349.00
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Motorola Moto G 37
Motorola Moto G 37

18 Months

128GB

PANTONE Impenetrable

25GB

Data

£10 per month, £199 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Samsung Galaxy XCover 7

24 Months

128GB

Black

10GB

Data

£13.79 per month, £49 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Motorola Moto G 37 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Moto G 37 is cheaper on contract at £379.00 over the life of the deal from £10.00 per month with £199.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Motorola Moto G 37 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 has the sharper display at 400 pixels per inch versus 264, and the Motorola Moto G 37 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 has a PLS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the Motorola Moto G 37 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The Motorola Moto G 37 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 Moto G 37 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The Motorola Moto G 37 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £209.00.

What storage options are available for the Motorola Moto G 37 and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The Motorola Moto G 37 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Motorola Moto G 37 and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 use?

The Motorola Moto G 37 is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 uses the Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Motorola Moto G 37 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The Motorola Moto G 37 is the more portable of the two: it's 49g lighter at 191 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 166.2 x 76.5 x 7.8 mm, and is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Moto G 37 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The Motorola Moto G 37 is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), 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 Moto G 37 and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 run?

The Motorola Moto G 37 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.