Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro
Our Verdict: The Galaxy XCover 6 Pro and the Galaxy S23 FE are 17 years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The S23 FE has the bigger battery of the two, 4500mAh against 4050mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the S23 FE goes up to 256GB of storage, where the XCover 6 Pro tops out at 128GB. The XCover 6 Pro has the sharper display at 419 PPI to 403, and the S23 FE uses an OLED panel, which gives it richer contrast than the XCover 6 Pro's LCD. If you're on the XCover 6 Pro, the S23 FE is a real step up, but only worth it if the changes above matter to you.
Buying outright, the S23 FE starts at £199 SIM-free.
Prices updated 21 July 2026
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro
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| Screen | 6.4" | 6.3" |
| Display | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | PLS LCD |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2408 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 403 | 419 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 10 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 2200 | Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 4,050 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android 13 | 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 | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 158 x 76.5 x 8.2 mm | 168.8 x 79.9 x 9.9 mm |
| Weight | 209 grams | 235 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP53 - dust and splash protection | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - | - |
| SIM-free | £199.00 | £559.55 |
| Prices updated 21 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has the bigger screen at 6.4" 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 403, and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE uses a Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro has a PLS LCD.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE features a 50 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 S23 FE or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £199.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro use?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE 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 S23 FE or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is the more portable of the two: it's 26g lighter at 209 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158 x 76.5 x 8.2 mm, and is slimmer at 8.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection, 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 S23 FE and Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro run?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE runs Android 13 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.