Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro
Our Verdict: There's 18 years between the Galaxy XCover 7 Pro and the Galaxy S25+, so the Galaxy S25+ is ahead on most things. The S25+ has the bigger battery of the two, 4900mAh against 4350mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use, and the S25+ goes up to 512GB of storage, where the XCover 7 Pro tops out at 128GB. The S25+ has the sharper display at 513 PPI to 400, and the S25+ uses an OLED panel, which gives it richer contrast than the XCover 7 Pro's LCD. The S25+ is the better phone; upgrade from the XCover 7 Pro if you want the newer hardware, or hold on if yours still does the job.
If you'd rather pay up front, the XCover 7 Pro is the cheaper buy at £499 SIM-free.
Prices updated 26 July 2026
Samsung Galaxy S25+
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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 | 1440 x 3120 | 1080 x 2408 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 513 | 400 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,900 mAh | 4,350 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android 15 | 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 | 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 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 |
£69.83/mo
£30.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £539.99 | £499.00 |
| Prices updated 26 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the sharper display at 513 pixels per inch versus 400, and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ 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+ or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ 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+ or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £499.00.
What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro use?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 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+ or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is the more portable of the two: it's 50g lighter at 190 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm, and is slimmer at 7.35mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ 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+ and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro run?
Both phones run Android 15.