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Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£190RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.6 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP

Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.0/10

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components

90%

5.7

Technical score

10%

8.1

User score

â–¼Worse than 80% of smartphones
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

â–¼Worse than 78%
5.7

Technical score

Technical score
5.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

25%

5.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.0

Camera

15%

5.0

Display

15%

4.6

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

4.7

Audio

3%

7.1

Design

â–¼Worse than 82%
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 69% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 69%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components:

25%

5.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.0

Camera

15%

5.0

Display

15%

4.6

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

4.7

Audio

3%

7.1

Design

5.7
User score
User score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 69% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 64% of models
Popularity:
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 6.9 points, which is higher than 64% of smartphones.
6.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

7.0
Brand name
Samsung
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) uses the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ processor model which is slower than processors in 64% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.7% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
6 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) has a RAM capacity of 6 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.8% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
no
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) does not include a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) has a main camera resolution of 50 MP which is lower than that of 71.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 which is narrower than that of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
20.5 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) has a main camera sensor area of 20.5 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 76.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) has a main camera pixel size of 0.64 µm which is smaller than in 75.1% of smartphones and equal to the size in 18.6% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.6 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) has a screen size of 6.6 inches which is smaller than the screens of 62.9% of smartphones and equal to those of 4.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2408 px
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) has a screen resolution of 1080x2408 px which is higher than that of 56.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Pixel density
400 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) has a pixel density of 400 ppi which is higher than that of 56.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.4% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,050 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) has a battery capacity of 4,050 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 89.6% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.3% of smartphones.
Charging speed
15 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) supports charging speeds of 15 W which is slower than in 87.7% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 5.9% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
153 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) reaches a full wired charge in 153 min which is slower than 95.9% of smartphones and equal to the time of 0.2% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
no
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
no
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
169 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) has a height of 169 mm which is taller than 86.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Width
80.1 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) has a width of 80.1 mm which is wider than 89.3% of smartphones.
Thickness
10.2 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) has a thickness of 10.2 mm which is thicker than 89% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Weight
240 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) weighs 240 g which is heavier than 88.8% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.5% of smartphones.
Device volume
135,200 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) has a device volume of 135,200 cm³ which is larger than 90.1% of smartphones.
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Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

246810TotalPerformance & HardwareSoftwareCameraConnectivityDisplayBatteryAudioDesign
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Circle to Search, Object Eraser, AI Select, Read Aloud
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • Has a rugged design
    This smartphone features a rugged design, the average smartphone does not. 7.5% of smartphones are built for durability.
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 1.1% higher user score
    User score
    8.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
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    Samsung Galaxy XCover7 |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
    the average smartphone
    Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.09 vs 8).
    8.09 vs 8
  • 36.8% cheaper
    Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£190 vs £260).
    £190 vs £260
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Circle to Search, Object Eraser, AI Select, Read Aloud
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2408 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2408 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 1.3% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (400 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    400 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • Has a rugged design
    This smartphone features a rugged design, the average smartphone does not. 7.5% of smartphones are built for durability.
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 91 min slower full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (153 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    153 min vs 62 min
  • 4.4% worse value for money
    Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.03 vs 7.3).
    7.03 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 8 GB
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4,096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 27% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (688 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    688 vs 942
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2,750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 24.6% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1909 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,909 vs 2,533
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 33.3% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17.07 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Single-lens main camera
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (5 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    5 MP vs 16 MP
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 24.2% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (500 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    500 nits vs 660 nits
  • 0.07 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 91 min slower full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (153 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    153 min vs 62 min
  • 19% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,050 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,050 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 54.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    15 W vs 33 W
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 22.3% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (240 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    240 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1.9 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (10.2 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    10.2 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 4.1 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (80.1 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    80.1 mm vs 76 mm
  • 5.4 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (169 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    169 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    South Korea vs China
  • 38.2% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (135,200 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    135,200 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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What customers like about Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB)

  • Durable design with IP68 water/dust resistance and MIL-STD-810H drop certification, resistant to drops and spills.
  • Removable/swappable battery, a rarity in modern phones, allowing for quick power swaps in the field.
  • Responsive touchscreen that works with gloves or wet hands.
  • Good, loud audio quality from speakers, useful in noisy environments.
  • Long-term software support with up to seven years of security updates and multiple OS upgrades.
  • A physical, programmable XCover Key button for quick access to apps or functions like the flashlight.
  • Decent performance for everyday work tasks and general use, running smoothly with work apps.
  • Good connectivity, including 5G and Wi-Fi 6E support in the Pro model.
  • Expandable storage via microSD card slot.
  • Retains a 3.5mm headphone jack, a useful feature for a rugged work phone.
  • Relatively sleek and less bulky design compared to other rugged phones.
  • Features like Knox Capture for barcode scanning and Samsung DeX support for a PC-like experience.
  • Bright display with good visibility in some bright conditions.
  • Good call quality with effective background noise isolation.

What customers don't like about Samsung Galaxy XCover7 (6GB + 128GB) |Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 (6GB + 128GB)

  • Middling overall performance for its price, with some users noting it feels like a budget phone performance-wise.
  • The display could be brighter and is reflective, making it hard to see in direct, bright sunlight.
  • The standard XCover 7 model has a 60Hz display refresh rate, which is lower than the 90Hz/120Hz norm in similarly priced non-rugged phones.
  • Battery capacity (4,050mAh) is considered small by rugged phone standards, leading to average battery life for the non-Pro model.
  • Comes without a charger in the box.
  • Camera quality is described as acceptable but underwhelming, with only 1080p video recording on the non-Pro model.
  • The thin rear panel on the XCover 7 can pop off and the battery spill out if dropped on hard surfaces, potentially compromising the IP rating.
  • Can heat up significantly under intensive applications or gaming.
  • No wireless charging option.
  • Lack of a physical fingerprint reader on the standard model, relying solely on less secure face recognition for some authentications.

Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 is a durable, enterprise-focused smartphone with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage, built to withstand harsh environments with MIL-STD-810H compliance and an IP68 water and dust resistance rating. Its main pros are the user-replaceable 4,050mAh battery, a glove-friendly 6.6-inch FHD+ display protected by Gorilla Glass Victus+, 5G connectivity, and long-term software support (up to four OS upgrades and five years of security updates). However, the phone has some notable cons, including a modest MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ processor that delivers only mid-range performance, a basic 60Hz LCD display, slow 15W charging, a mono speaker, and a lack of a fingerprint sensor in some models.

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