Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro

Our verdict: Selfie fans take note: the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro has a 13MP front camera. If contracts aren't your thing, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 at £349.00 SIM-free is the cheaper buy.

Screen
6.6" 6.6"
Display
PLS LCD IPS LCD
Resolution
1080 x 2408 1080 x 2408
Pixels Per Inch
400 400
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
5 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm) Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm)
Storage
128GB 128GB
OS
Android 14 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 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
169 x 80.1 x 10.2 mm 168.6 x 79.9 x 10.2 mm
Weight
240 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
£13.79/mo (£49.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£349.00 £499.00
Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro
Screen 6.6" 6.6"
Display PLS LCD IPS LCD
Resolution 1080 x 2408 1080 x 2408
Pixels Per Inch 400 400
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 5 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm) Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm)
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android 14 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 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 169 x 80.1 x 10.2 mm 168.6 x 79.9 x 10.2 mm
Weight 240 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 £13.79/mo
£49.00 upfront
SIM-free £349.00 £499.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.6", both screens are similarly sharp at around 400 pixels per inch, and the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 uses a PLS LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro has a IPS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 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 XCover 7 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £349.00.

What storage options are available for the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro use?

The Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 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 XCover 7 or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro?

They weigh about the same (240 grams vs 240 grams), both are similar in overall footprint.

Which is more water resistant, the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 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 XCover 7 and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Pro run?

The Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 runs Android 14 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.