Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro
Our Verdict: If you've got the Galaxy XCover 6 Pro, the Galaxy S22 Ultra is 16 years of updates on from it. The S22 Ultra 5G has a considerably higher-resolution main camera, 108MP against the XCover 6 Pro's 50MP, plus a 40MP selfie camera against 13MP, and there's more battery in the S22 Ultra 5G, 5000mAh to 4050mAh, which usually means longer between charges. The S22 Ultra 5G has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.3" and sharper at 500 PPI, and the S22 Ultra 5G goes up to 512GB of storage, where the XCover 6 Pro tops out at 128GB. The S22 Ultra 5G is the better phone; upgrade from the XCover 6 Pro if you want the newer hardware, or hold on if yours still does the job.
If you'd rather pay up front, the S22 Ultra 5G is the cheaper buy at £280 SIM-free.
Prices updated 10 July 2026
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro
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| Screen | 6.8" | 6.3" |
| Display | AMOLED | PLS LCD |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3080 | 1080 x 2408 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 500 | 419 |
| Rear Camera | 108 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 40 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 2200 | Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 4,050 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 12 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 163.3 x 77.9 x 8.9 mm | 168.8 x 79.9 x 9.9 mm |
| Weight | 228 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 | £279.95 | £559.55 |
| Prices updated 10 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro's 6.3", the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has the sharper display at 500 pixels per inch versus 419, and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro has a PLS LCD.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra features a 108 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 S22 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £279.95.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro use?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is powered by the Exynos 2200, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro uses the Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is the more portable of the two: it's 7g lighter at 228 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 163.3 x 77.9 x 8.9 mm, and is slimmer at 8.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 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 S22 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro run?
Both phones run Android 12.