Samsung Galaxy S10e vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro
Our verdict: Neither phone sweeps the display: the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro is bigger at 6.3" while the Samsung Galaxy S10e is sharper at 435 PPI. Photography fans should note the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro packs a 50MP main sensor. Portability goes to the Samsung Galaxy S10e at 150g. SIM-free, the Samsung Galaxy S10e comes in at £114.99 — the lower starting price of the two.
Samsung Galaxy S10e
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro
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| Screen | 5.8" | 6.3" |
| Display | Super AMOLED | PLS LCD |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2280 | 1080 x 2408 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 435 | 419 |
| Rear Camera | 16 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 9820 Octa | 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 | Yes | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 142.5 x 70.5 x 7.9 mm | 168.8 x 79.9 x 9.9 mm |
| Weight | 150 grams | 235 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | — | — |
| SIM-free | £114.99 | £589.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S10e or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S10e's 5.8", the Samsung Galaxy S10e has the sharper display at 435 pixels per inch versus 419, and the Samsung Galaxy S10e uses a Super AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro has a PLS LCD.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S10e or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S10e features a 16 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 S10e or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S10e is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £114.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S10e and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S10e is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S10e and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro use?
The Samsung Galaxy S10e is powered by the Exynos 9820 Octa , while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro uses the Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S10e or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S10e is the more portable of the two — it's 85g lighter at 150 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 142.5 x 70.5 x 7.9 mm, and is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S10e or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy S10e and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro run?
The Samsung Galaxy S10e 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.