Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro
Our Verdict: If you've got the Galaxy XCover 6 Pro, the Galaxy S20 FE 5G is 14 years of updates on from it. The XCover 6 Pro has the better camera on paper, 50MP versus 12MP, and there's more battery in the S20 5G Fan Edition, 4500mAh to 4050mAh, which usually means longer between charges. The S20 5G Fan Edition offers up to 256GB of storage versus 128GB on the XCover 6 Pro, and the S20 5G Fan Edition has the bigger screen, 6.5" against 6.3". If you're on the XCover 6 Pro, the S20 5G Fan Edition is a real step up, but only worth it if the changes above matter to you.
If you'd rather pay up front, the S20 5G Fan Edition is the cheaper buy at £185 SIM-free.
Prices updated 11 July 2026
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro
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| Screen | 6.5" | 6.3" |
| Display | Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen | PLS LCD |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1080 x 2408 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 405 | 419 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 32 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 990 | Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 4,050 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 12 |
| SIM Type | Standard SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm | 168.8 x 79.9 x 9.9 mm |
| Weight | 190 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 | £184.99 | £559.55 |
| Prices updated 11 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G has the bigger screen at 6.5" 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 405, and the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G uses a Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen panel while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro has a PLS LCD.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G features a 12 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 S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £184.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro use?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is powered by the Exynos 990, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro uses the Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 45g lighter at 190 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.8 x 74.5 x 8.4 mm, and is slimmer at 8.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G 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 S20 FE 5G and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro run?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G runs Android 10 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.