Samsung Galaxy S25 FE vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro
Our Verdict: The Galaxy XCover 7 Pro and the Galaxy S25 FE are 18 years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The S25 FE packs the bigger battery, 4900mAh against 4350mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and the S25 FE goes up to 512GB of storage, where the XCover 7 Pro tops out at 128GB. The XCover 7 Pro has the sharper display at 400 PPI to 385, and the S25 FE uses an OLED panel, which gives it richer contrast than the XCover 7 Pro's LCD. If you're on the XCover 7 Pro, the S25 FE is a real step up, but only worth it if the changes above matter to you.
Buying outright, the S25 FE starts at £400 SIM-free.
Prices updated 26 July 2026
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro
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| Screen | 6.7" | 6.6" |
| Display | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 1080 x 2408 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 385 | 400 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Exynos 2400 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,900 mAh | 4,350 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-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 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm | 168.6 x 79.9 x 10.2 mm |
| Weight | 190 grams | 240 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 |
£23.54/mo
£9.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £399.99 | £499.00 |
| Prices updated 26 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE 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 385, and the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE uses a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro has a IPS LCD.
Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE features a 50 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 S25 FE or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £399.99.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro use?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is powered by the Exynos 2400 (4 nm), 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 S25 FE or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is the more portable of the two: it's 50g lighter at 190 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 161.3 x 76.6 x 7.4 mm, and is slimmer at 7.4mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 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 S25 FE and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro run?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE runs Android 16 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.