Samsung Galaxy S22 5G vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 7

Compare Samsung Galaxy S22 5G vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 vs MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 3700mAh…

Samsung

Galaxy XCover 7

$389

2categories won

4 categories tied · 20 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy S22 5G takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy S22 5G claims the overall win over the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Galaxy XCover 7 takes the lead, while the Galaxy S22 5G is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy S22 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy XCover 7 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy XCover 7

Galaxy XCover 7 takes battery honors offering 4,050 mAh alongside 15W charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy S22 5G

Galaxy S22 5G leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and 8GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy S22 5G

Galaxy S22 5G wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueTie

Both handsets sit in the exact same pricing bracket around $399.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

Galaxy S22 5G vs Galaxy XCover 7: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S22 5G, Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Specification	Galaxy S22 5G	Galaxy XCover 7
Screen size	6.1"	6.6"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1080 x 2408Winner
Pixel density	422 ppiWinner	400 ppi
Refresh rate	120 HzWinner	60 Hz
Peak brightness	1300 nitsWinner	600 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S22 5G, Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Specification	Galaxy S22 5G	Galaxy XCover 7
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1	MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
Process node	4 nmWinner	6 nm
AnTuTu score	940,000Winner	410,000
Geekbench multi	3950Winner	1950
Maximum RAM	8 GBWinner	6 GB
Maximum storage	256GBWinner	128GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S22 5G, Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Specification	Galaxy S22 5G	Galaxy XCover 7
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3Winner	1
Optical zoom	3x	—
Ultrawide	12 MP	—
Selfie camera	10 MPWinner	5 MP
Max video	8K at 24fps / 4K at 60fps	1080p@30fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S22 5G, Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Specification	Galaxy S22 5G	Galaxy XCover 7
Capacity	3,700 mAh	4,050 mAhWinner
Wired charging	25 WWinner	15 W
Wireless charging	15 WWinner	No

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S22 5G, Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Specification	Galaxy S22 5G	Galaxy XCover 7
Weight	167 gWinner	240 g
Thickness	7.6 mmWinner	10.2 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP68 / MIL-STD-810H
Build	Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus+ front and back	Shock-absorbing rugged polymer casing, Gorilla Glass Victus+ front

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S22 5G, Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Specification	Galaxy S22 5G	Galaxy XCover 7
Operating system	Android 12	Android 14
OS updates	4 years	4 years
Security updates	5 years	5 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S22 5G, Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Specification	Galaxy S22 5G	Galaxy XCover 7
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Storage expansion	None	microSD
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$399	$389