Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 7

Compare Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm) vs MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, 50MP vs…

Samsung

Galaxy XCover 7

$389

3categories won

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

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus claims the overall win over the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Galaxy S23 Plus leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy S23 Plus. Choose the Galaxy S23 Plus if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy XCover 7 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy S23 Plus

Galaxy S23 Plus wins on endurance with 4,700 mAh and 45W fast charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy S23 Plus

Galaxy S23 Plus leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm) and 8GB RAM.

📸 CameraGalaxy S23 Plus

Galaxy S23 Plus wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy XCover 7

Galaxy XCover 7 wins on budget and value at $389 compared to $999.

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 S23 Plus vs Galaxy XCover 7: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy XCover 7
Screen size	6.6"	6.6"
Resolution	1080 x 2340	1080 x 2408Winner
Pixel density	390 ppi	400 ppi
Refresh rate	120 HzWinner	60 Hz
Peak brightness	1750 nitsWinner	600 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy XCover 7
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm)	MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
Process node	4 nmWinner	6 nm
AnTuTu score	3,200,000Winner	410,000
Geekbench multi	10800Winner	1950
Maximum RAM	8 GBWinner	6 GB
Maximum storage	512GBWinner	128GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy XCover 7
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3Winner	1
Optical zoom	3x	—
Ultrawide	12 MP	—
Selfie camera	12 MPWinner	5 MP
Max video	8K at 30fps	1080p@30fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy XCover 7
Capacity	4,700 mAhWinner	4,050 mAh
Wired charging	45 WWinner	15 W
Wireless charging	15 WWinner	No

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy XCover 7
Weight	196 gWinner	240 g
Thickness	7.6 mmWinner	10.2 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP68 / MIL-STD-810H
Build	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and back, Armor Aluminum frame	Shock-absorbing rugged polymer casing, Gorilla Glass Victus+ front

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy XCover 7
Operating system	Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 (One UI 7)	Android 14
OS updates	4 years	4 years
Security updates	4 years	5 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus, Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Specification	Galaxy S23 Plus	Galaxy XCover 7
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Storage expansion	None	microSD
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$999	$389Winner