GENERAL |
|
Brand |
Samsung |
Model |
Galaxy Xcover 5 |
Status |
Available |
Release Date |
12 March 2021 |
Operating System |
Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, One UI 5 |
SIM |
Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
Networks |
2G, 3G, 4G |
Body and Dimensions |
|
Height |
147.1 mm |
Width |
71.6 mm |
Thickness |
9.2 mm |
Weight |
172 g (6.07 oz) |
Colors |
Black |
Display |
|
Screen type |
PLS LCD |
Screen Size |
5.3 inches |
Screen Resolution |
720 x 1480 pixels |
Aspect Radio |
18.5:9 |
Pixel Density |
311 PPI |
screen-to-body ratio |
67.7% |
Hardware |
|
Chipset |
Exynos 850 (8nm) |
CPU |
Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
GPU |
Mali-G52 |
RAM and Storage |
64GB 4GB RAM |
Card Slot |
microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
Primary Camera |
|
No. of Cameras |
Single |
Lens |
16 MP, f/1.8, PDAF |
Features |
Dual LED flash, HDR, panorama |
Video Recording |
1080p@30fps |
Front Camera |
|
No. of Cameras |
Single |
Lens |
5 MP, f/2.2 |
Features |
- |
Video Recording |
1080p@30fps |
Connectivity |
|
USB |
USB Type-C 2.0, charging connector pins |
NFC |
Yes |
Radio |
Unspecified |
Bluetooth |
5.0, A2DP, LE |
Loudspeaker |
Yes, with stereo speakers |
Sensors |
|
Fingerprint |
N/A |
Other Sensors |
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Battery |
|
Type |
Li-Ion, Removable |
Capacity |
3000 mAh |
Fast Charger |
15W wired |
Network |
|
2G Band |
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (Dual SIM model only) |
3G Band |
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
4G Band |
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66 |
Speed |
HSPA, LTE-A |
Hotspot |
Yes |
The Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5 is a rugged smartphone that was released on 12th March 2021. Designed to withstand tough environments and outdoor activities, it offers a durable construction, essential features, and reliable performance for users seeking a ruggedized device.
Running on Android 11, with the option to upgrade to Android 13 and Samsung's One UI 5, the Galaxy Xcover 5 provides a user-friendly and intuitive interface. The phone features a 5.3-inch PLS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1480 pixels, offering decent visuals and readability in various lighting conditions.
Under the hood, the phone is powered by the Exynos 850 chipset, featuring an octa-core CPU with eight Cortex-A55 cores clocked at 2.0 GHz. The device also comes with a Mali-G52 GPU for handling graphics and light gaming.
The Galaxy Xcover 5 comes with 64GB of storage and 4GB of RAM, providing sufficient space for apps, media, and multitasking. It also supports expandable storage through a dedicated microSDXC card slot, allowing users to add more storage as needed.
For photography, the phone features a single 16 MP wide lens with f/1.8 aperture and PDAF on the back. The rear camera supports video recording at 1080p@30fps and comes with features like dual LED flash, HDR, and panorama. On the front, there is a single 5 MP wide lens for capturing selfies and supporting video recording at 1080p@30fps.
The Galaxy Xcover 5 is equipped with a 3000 mAh removable Li-Ion battery, providing decent battery life for a rugged device. The device also supports 15W wired fast charging for quicker recharging.