Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro vs TCL 4042 S

Our Verdict: Comparing Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro and TCL 4042 S, the choice mostly comes down to display quality versus portability. The Samsung gives you a larger 6.3-inch screen, a sharper 419 PPI display, and a larger 4,050 mAh battery, while the TCL is more appealing for a lighter 111g body. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Choose the Samsung for display quality; choose the TCL if portability matters more.

Screen

6.3" 2.8"

Display

PLS LCD QVGA

Resolution

1080 x 2408 240 x 320

Pixels Per Inch

419 143

Rear Camera

50 Megapixels N/A

Front Camera

13 Megapixels N/A

Chipset

Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G UMS9117-L (T107)

Battery

4,050 mAh 1,500 mAh

Storage

128GB

Android 12 Mocor (RTOS)

SIM Type

Nano SIM Nano SIM

Connectivity

Up to 5G Up to 4G

Wi-Fi

802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e -

Bluetooth

5.2, A2DP, LE 5.0

Dimensions

168.8 x 79.9 x 9.9 mm 137.48 x 57.5 x 13.65 mm

Weight

235 grams 111 grams

Water Resistance

IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes Not rated

Contracts

- £7.50/mo (£0.00 upfront)

SIM-free

£589.00 -

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	Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro	TCL 4042 S
Screen	6.3"	2.8"
Display	PLS LCD	QVGA
Resolution	1080 x 2408	240 x 320
Pixels Per Inch	419	143
Rear Camera	50 Megapixels	N/A
Front Camera	13 Megapixels	N/A
Chipset	Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G	UMS9117-L (T107)
Battery	4,050 mAh	1,500 mAh
Storage	128GB
OS	Android 12	Mocor (RTOS)
SIM Type	Nano SIM	Nano SIM
Connectivity	Up to 5G	Up to 4G
Wi-Fi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e	-
Bluetooth	5.2, A2DP, LE	5.0
Dimensions	168.8 x 79.9 x 9.9 mm	137.48 x 57.5 x 13.65 mm
Weight	235 grams	111 grams
Water Resistance	IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes	Not rated
Contracts	-	£7.50/mo £0.00 upfront
SIM-free	£589.00	-
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro or TCL 4042 S?

The Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the TCL 4042 S's 2.8", the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro has the sharper display at 419 pixels per inch versus 143, and the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro uses a PLS LCD panel while the TCL 4042 S has a QVGA.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro or TCL 4042 S?

The Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the TCL 4042 S has a N/A rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro and TCL 4042 S use?

The Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G, while the TCL 4042 S uses the UMS9117-L (T107).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro or TCL 4042 S?

The TCL 4042 S is the more portable of the two: it's 124g lighter at 111 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 137.48 x 57.5 x 13.65 mm, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro is slimmer at 9.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro or TCL 4042 S?

The Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the TCL 4042 S is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro and TCL 4042 S run?

The Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro runs Android 12 and the TCL 4042 S runs Mocor (RTOS). This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.