Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro
Our Verdict: If you've got the Galaxy XCover 7 Pro, the Galaxy S25 Ultra is 18 years of updates on from it. The S25 Ultra has the better camera on paper, 200MP versus 50MP, and there's more battery in the S25 Ultra, 5000mAh to 4350mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The S25 Ultra has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.6" and sharper at 505 PPI, and the S25 Ultra offers up to 1TB of storage versus 128GB on the XCover 7 Pro. The S25 Ultra 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 27 July 2026
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro
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| Screen | 6.8" | 6.6" |
| Display | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3120 | 1080 x 2408 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 505 | 400 |
| Rear Camera | 200 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 | 5,000 mAh | 4,350 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 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/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm | 168.6 x 79.9 x 10.2 mm |
| Weight | 219 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 |
£33.79/mo
£29.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £569.99 | £499.00 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the sharper display at 505 pixels per inch versus 400, and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 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 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra features a 200 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 Ultra 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 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro use?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 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 Ultra or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is the more portable of the two: it's 21g lighter at 219 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm, and is slimmer at 8.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 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 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro run?
Both phones run Android 15.