Samsung Galaxy A71 vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro

Our verdict: If you want a bigger screen, the Samsung Galaxy A71 has 6.7"; if you prefer sharpness, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro hits 400 PPI. With 64MP on the rear, the Samsung Galaxy A71 has the higher-resolution camera. Front-camera quality goes to the Samsung Galaxy A71 at 32MP. Portability goes to the Samsung Galaxy A71 at 179g.

Screen
6.7" 6.6"
Display
Super AMOLED IPS LCD
Resolution
1080 x 2240 1080 x 2408
Pixels Per Inch
371 400
Rear Camera
64 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
32 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730 Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm)
Storage
128GB 128GB
OS
Android Android 15
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm 168.6 x 79.9 x 10.2 mm
Weight
179 grams 240 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
SIM-free
£129.99 £499.00
Samsung Galaxy A71 Samsung Galaxy A71 Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro
Screen 6.7" 6.6"
Display Super AMOLED IPS LCD
Resolution 1080 x 2240 1080 x 2408
Pixels Per Inch 371 400
Rear Camera 64 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 32 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730 Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm)
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android Android 15
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 163.6 x 76 x 7.7 mm 168.6 x 79.9 x 10.2 mm
Weight 179 grams 240 grams
Water Resistance Not rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
SIM-free £129.99 £499.00
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy A71 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro has the sharper display at 400 pixels per inch versus 371, and the Samsung Galaxy A71 uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro has a IPS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy A71 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 features a 64 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 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 7 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 7 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy A71 and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro use?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 is powered by the Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro uses the Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy A71 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 is the more portable of the two — it's 61g 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 7 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 is rated Not rated, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 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 7 Pro run?

The Samsung Galaxy A71 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.