Motorola Razr 70 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Our Verdict: The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has the bigger battery of the two, 5000mAh against 4050mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the Razr 70 Ultra has the stronger screen, bigger at 7" against 6.6" and sharper at 462 PPI. The Razr 70 Ultra goes up to 512GB of storage, where the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 tops out at 128GB, and the Razr 70 Ultra uses an OLED panel, which gives it richer contrast than the Galaxy XCover 7's LCD. Only pay up for the Razr 70 Ultra if you'll use what it offers; if not, the Galaxy XCover 7 makes more sense.
The Galaxy XCover 7 is the cheaper one to own: around £380 over a typical contract, £701 less than the Razr 70 Ultra.
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Prices updated 27 July 2026
Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
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| Expert Rating | 3.8 10 reviews |
3.6 6 reviews |
| Screen | 7" | 6.6" |
| Display | Foldable LTPO AMOLED | PLS LCD |
| Resolution | 2992 x 1224 | 1080 x 2408 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 462 | 400 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 5 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm) |
| Battery | 5,000 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/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm | 169 x 80.1 x 10.2 mm |
| Weight | 199 grams | 240 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£29.99/mo
£339.00 upfront |
£13.79/mo
£49.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £1197.00 | £349.00 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra 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 Razr 70 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?
The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has the bigger screen at 7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7's 6.6", the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra has the sharper display at 462 pixels per inch versus 400, and the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra uses a Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 has a PLS LCD.
Which has the better camera, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?
The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra 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 Razr 70 Ultra 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 Razr 70 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?
The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 use?
The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is powered by the Qualcomm 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 Motorola Razr 70 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?
The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is the more portable of the two: it's 41g lighter at 199 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 171.5 x 74 x 7.2 mm, and is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Motorola Razr 70 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?
The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible 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 Razr 70 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 run?
The Motorola Razr 70 Ultra 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.