Overall Score
56.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#4475)56.5
Performance(#3546)62.5
Camera(#3381)42.5
Display(#6477)67.5
Battery(#10993)43.5
Build(#9138)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy XCover 5
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 features a rugged design with dimensions of 147.1 x 71.6 x 9.2 mm and a weight of 172g, making it durable for outdoor use.
- Its 5.3-inch PLS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1480 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 311 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by the Exynos 850 chipset with an octa-core CPU and Mali-G52 GPU, it delivers satisfactory performance for everyday tasks.
- The rear camera is a 16 MP unit with f/1.8 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera serves basic selfie needs.
- The 3000mAh battery supports 15W charging but does not offer wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 11, it is upgradable to Android 14 with One UI 6.1, ensuring a relatively modern software experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C.
- The device is designed without stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack for audio.
- Its build quality and features make it suitable for users needing a reliable, rugged phone.
- Overall, the Galaxy XCover 5 balances performance and durability effectively.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, March 04
Announced2021, March 04
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.3"
TypePLS LCD
Resolution720 x 1480 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~311 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetExynos 850 (8 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G52
Memory64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/1.8, PDAF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, removable
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions147.1 x 71.6 x 9.2 mm (5.79 x 2.82 x 0.36 in)
Weight172 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, charging connector pins
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 14, One UI 6.1
OS VersionAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 14, One UI 6.1
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes