Samsung Galaxy A71 vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro

Our verdict: You'll get more screen real estate from the Samsung Galaxy A71 at 6.7", though the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro is crisper at 419 PPI. Keen photographers will appreciate the Samsung Galaxy A71 and its 64MP main camera. Video callers will appreciate the Samsung Galaxy A71 and its 32MP front camera. Day-to-day comfort favours the Samsung Galaxy A71 at 179g.

Screen
6.7" 6.3"
Display
Super AMOLED PLS LCD
Resolution
1080 x 2240 1080 x 2408
Pixels Per Inch
371 419
Rear Camera
64 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730 Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G
Storage
128GB 128GB
OS
Android Android 12
SIM Type
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, LE 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm 168.8 x 79.9 x 9.9 mm
Weight
179 grams 235 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
SIM-free
£129.99 £589.00
Samsung Galaxy A71 Samsung Galaxy A71 Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro
Screen 6.7" 6.3"
Display Super AMOLED PLS LCD
Resolution 1080 x 2240 1080 x 2408
Pixels Per Inch 371 419
Rear Camera 64 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730 Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android Android 12
SIM Type 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, LE 5.2, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm 168.8 x 79.9 x 9.9 mm
Weight 179 grams 235 grams
Water Resistance Not rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
SIM-free £129.99 £589.00
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A71 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 has the bigger screen at 6.7" 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 371, and the Samsung Galaxy A71 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro has a PLS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A71 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 features a 64 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 Samsung Galaxy A71 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £129.99.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy A71 and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A71 and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro use?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 is powered by the Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro uses the Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A71 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 is the more portable of the two — it's 56g lighter at 179 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm, and is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy A71 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 is rated Not rated, 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 Samsung Galaxy A71 and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro run?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 runs Android 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.